Designing for users with dyslexia
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Designing for users with dyslexia
Do...
- Use images and diagrams to support text
- Align text to the left and keep a consistent layout
- Consider producing materials in other formats (for example, audio or video)
- Keep content short, clear and simple
- Let users change the contrast between background and text
Don't...
- Use large blocks of heavy text
- Underline words, use italics or write in capitals
- Force users to remember things from previous pages – give reminders and prompts
- Rely on accurate spelling – use autocorrect or provide suggestions
- Put too much information in one place
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