Accessibility at Fresno State
Websites
This page outlines standards and best practices for Fresno State websites managed in Omni CMS. Following these guidelines helps ensure that our web presence is consistent, accessible, and user-friendly.
Accessibility Requirements
- Use proper heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3) to organize content.
- Provide meaningful link text that clearly describes the destination.
- Include alternative text for informative images.
- Avoid conveying information solely through color or visual formatting.
Content and Design Standards
- Use approved Fresno State branding, colors, and typography.
- Keep content concise, scannable, and written in plain language.
- Ensure that contact information and calls to action are easy to find.
Omni CMS Practices
- Use components and snippets designed for accessibility whenever possible.
- Avoid pasting complex formatting from Word or other editors.
- Run accessibility checks on pages and fix issues before publishing.
Additional Guidance
For more detailed standards, including examples and training videos, refer to the web support site and accessibility documentation for Omni CMS.