When you create slides, putting the objects in a logical reading order is crucial for screen-reader users to understand the slide. With your presentation open, select Review > Check Accessibility. Select the …

There are two ways to check and change the reading order of items on a slide – the Reading Order Pane or Selection Pane. Use the down arrow in the Accessibility Box – this will open a drop-down …

Select Reading Order Pane from the Accessibility ribbon. Drag and drop or use up and down buttons in the Reading Order pane to arrange objects into a logical reading order reflecting the visual presentation.

Setting a logical reading order for your slides makes it much easier for screen reader users to understand your slide content. When you add content to your PowerPoint slide, it is automatically …

Use the Reading Order Pane to control what screen reader users hear and ensure that content is read in a logical, accessible order. Rename the objects inside the Selection Pane for complex slides to aid …

Ensure accessible slide content with proper reading order in PowerPoint. Follow Bakersfield College’s guide to meet ADA and WCAG standards for screen readers.

Apr 10, 2025 · Here’s how you can check the reading order of a Microsoft PowerPoint slide: For more information about adjusting the reading order and other accessibility fixes in Microsoft PowerPoint, …

Feb 10, 2025 · On the reading order pane, arrange elements in logical reading order by clicking and dragging each so that the slide title is listed in the number-one position, followed by the content, and …

Apr 3, 2024 · When creating a slide with a complex layout, it is important to ensure that the objects (textboxes, image Alt text and table text) are read in a coherent order in a screen reader.