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Graphical Links
ISSUE:
The use of images as navigational controls can be a tremendous aid for visitors with learning disabilities, mobility impairments and those whose native language is not that in which the page is presented. Select images carefully and provide a clear, complete and concise alternative text description. See "ALT Tags" for more information.
It may be difficult or impossible for some individuals with mobility impairments to use a mouse with enough precision to click on small controls. Buttons and icons should be 36pt by 36pt or larger.
STANDARD:
- Include clear, concise and informative alternative text for all non-text controls.
- Use buttons and icons that are 36pt by 36pt or larger.
EXAMPLE:
| INCORRECT | CORRECT |
|---|---|
| ALT="U of M Wordmark" | ALT="University of Minnesota, System Wide Home Page" |
| ALT="Home" | ALT="Department of [Blank] Home Page" |
| ALT="Events" | ALT="Department of [Blank], Calendar of Events" |
