Question
How do I use the check accessibility feature in Word 2016?
Answer
Follow the steps below to check accessibility in Word 2016 and other Office 2016 applications.
1. Click on File at the top left hand side on the ribbon.
2. Click on Info in the menu bar on the left hand side. Then click on the “Check for Issues” button and click on “Check Accessibility” option.
3. The Accessibility Checker will then appear in a side bar in your document. The results are grouped into three categories. Errors are items that will cause an issue with accessibility. Warnings are items that can be problematic and should be looked at. Tips are items that may be accessible but there is may be a better way to format them to make them easier to access. Down at the bottom under "Additional Information" when you click on each item a reason why it was flagged is provided and steps that can be taken to mitigate the problem.
If you are using a MAC computer, Word 2019 or Office 365 at home you can find the Check Accessibility button under the Review ribbon instead of under File menu.
