Web Design for Autism
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Be visual
Nobody likes reading big chunks of text.
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Avoid Distractions
Animated or moving images are extremely distracting.
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Maintain Focus
Web site users can only do one thing at a time.
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Add Structure
Use lists, headings and consistent navigation to add structure to content.
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Don't Use Jargon
Most web sites offer services and information, not brands.
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Give Directions
Identify your web site users and what they want.
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Provide Help
Everyone makes mistakes. Help users recover from errors.
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Celebrate Success
Everyone likes positive feedback. Let users know where they are up to.
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Remove Ambiguity
The meaning of words and images may not be obvious to everyone.
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All websites and applications which form part of the University web presence are expected to be compliant with the W3C's Web Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA guidelines.
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