Learn how to create accessible word processing documents—including Microsoft Word documents, that conform to the Section 508 Standards.
Authoring Guides
Training Videos
How to Make an Accessible Document in Microsoft Word
The Accessible Electronic Document Community of Practice (AED CoP) created this series of videos to explain and demonstrate the minimum steps needed to ensure your Microsoft Word document is Section 508 conformant.
Duration 59m 21s | 14-Part Video Series
Agency-Developed Guidance
The resources in this section were developed by federal agencies and shared here for your convenience. Note, much of this guidance predates the [Revised 508 Standards][1].
- Resources for Developers and Document Authors - Guidance on how to create accessible electronic content
- Alternate Text For Images (PDF) - Developed by SSA
- Making a diagram screen reader friendly - ONRR.gov
Related Resources
- Create Accessible Digital Products
- Web Accessibility Tutorials and Presentations - Guidance from the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
- Review WebAIM Alternative Text for appropriate use of alternative text.
- Review W3C’s Alt Decision Tree for guidance on how to describe images.
- Microsoft Accessibility
Reviewed/Updated: August 2025
