How to Make Accessible Hyperlinks When Designing for Web
Learn how to make hyperlinks readable by those using assistive devices and software, whether you’re creating a PDF for download or working with web elements.
In this accessibility video, Colleen Gratzer shows how to make hyperlinks readable by those using assistive devices. She demonstrates that you aren’t limited to a simple blue underline and that you can really get creative with the design. Whether you’re creating a PDF for download or working with web elements, you can provide accessibility and still retain a fun and distinctive look to your design.
This video is an excerpt from Colleen’s “Designing for Web Accessibility” session at CreativePro’s Design + Accessibility Summit. View the agenda and register for this year’s event at https://creativepro.com/design-accessibility-summit.
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This article was last modified on August 29, 2025
This article was first published on November 13, 2023
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