The same goes for the number zero (‘0’) and the letter ‘O’ and for the letters ‘q’ and the ‘g’<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nAvoid bold and italic text, or all capital letters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Dyslexics often learn the ‘form’ of common words by heart, that way they don’t have to read these words letter by letter. When you change the appearance of a word, for example by displaying it in bold or italics, the shape of the word changes. A dyslexic does not recognize the form and has to read the word after all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A site like Wikipedia makes extensive use of bold and italicized text, and is therefore an excellent example of a website that is not pleasant or easy for people with dyslexia to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Accessible layout for dyslexia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Your site’s page layouts are also of great importance for the readability of your website. This also applies to visitors without dyslexia: an accessible layout is a plus for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First of all, don’t make the text area too wide. Between 400px and 700px is optimal. Also make sure you have plenty of white space. It’s best to write in smaller paragraphs instead of large blocks of text. Preferably do this in a clear and logical layout. For example, provide clear headers, use bullet points and center texts as little as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the example below, the left-hand website is difficult to read. In contrast to the website on the right, with a lot of white space and a pleasant layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\nChoose the right colors for accessibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Many dyslexics have difficulty with high-contrast texts. It is therefore better not to opt for black on white, but instead, for example, for dark gray or dark blue on off-white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But of course you can achieve even more with colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sharp contrasts or ‘pure’ colors do not promote easy reading, especially for dyslexics. For example, do not place red on green. Making a Dark Mode available is a great option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Write dyslexia-friendly text<\/h3>\n\n\n\n A good layout, pleasant font and fine colors will go a long way. But do you really want to make your website easily accessible for dyslexics? Then immerse yourself in writing good text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dyslexia-friendly text has:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nThe most important information at the beginning of the text<\/li>\n\n\n\n A clear summary as a conclusion<\/li>\n\n\n\n Clear headers, bullets, and quotes for variety<\/li>\n\n\n\n Short paragraphs<\/li>\n\n\n\n One piece of information per sentence<\/li>\n\n\n\n Active language use (i.e. \u201cI was\u201d instead of \u201cI have been\u201d)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Explanatory images, tables, or graphs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nYou won’t find this in a dyslexia-friendly text:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nSarcasm (unless clarified with emojis, for example)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Animated GIFs, flashing elements, and popups<\/li>\n\n\n\n Abbreviations not written out (unless the abbreviation is commonly used, like VAT)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Foreign words and filler words<\/li>\n\n\n\n Links and buttons with generic text like ‘click here’ (instead, describe exactly what happens when someone clicks on that button or link)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Incomplete information because you think the reader already has certain knowledge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nNeed an extra pair of eyes to make your site dyslexia-friendly? Sometimes it takes some puzzling before you realize what works well for your site. Feel free to contact me. If possible, I\u2019ll gladly take a moment to help you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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