Creating User-Friendly Accessible Forms in InDesign

Creating accessible fillable PDF forms doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this session, we’ll show you how to design forms in Adobe InDesign with accessibility in mind, ensuring that your documents are usable by everyone. You’ll learn how to create fillable fields, add descriptions, and handle tag structures effectively. We’ll explore methods for creating accessible forms directly in InDesign and address common challenges in Adobe Acrobat. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped with practical strategies to design, export, and test accessible forms that meet accessibility standards without sacrificing form functionality or design integrity.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how to create accessible fillable PDF forms directly in InDesign.
• Understand the importance of tooltips (field descriptions) and how to add them for full accessibility.
• Discover how to address tag structure and form field order for compatibility with assistive technology.
• Gain insights on exporting forms to a tagged PDF with all necessary accessibility features in place.