Accessible Layouts
Start each slide with a layout, never use "Blank" slides.
Each slide must have a slide title box.
Order of Objects
Home ► Arrange ► Selection Panel
Click and drag elements to change the order.
A screen reader will read elements from the bottom to the top.

Fixing Hyperlinks
Replace URLs with more reader friendly link text.
Highlight Text to link ► Right Click ► Hyperlink ► Paste URL
Accessible Images
Every image must have alt text.
Right Click ► Format Picture ► Size and Properties ► Add Alt Text

Tables & Charts
Insert ► Add Table ► Check Header Row & First Column (If Needed)
Right Click Table ► Format Shape ► Size and Properties ► Add Alt Text

Use Accessibility Checker
File ► Inspect Presentation ► Check for Issues ► Check Accessibility
Fix warnings and consider fixing errors and tips.

More Information

For more information visit UNR's page on
Creating Accessible Microsoft PowerPoint Documents

For more assistance with 508 accessibility or to answer specific
questions submit a media request or email media@casat.org