Workflow for creating accessible PDFs

At a high level, the process of creating accessible PDFs consists of a few basic stages:

  1. Consider accessibility before you convert a document to PDF.
  2. As needed, add fillable form fields and descriptions, and set the tab order.
  3. Add other accessibility features to the PDF.
  4. Tag the PDF.
  5. Evaluate the PDF and repair tagging problems.

These stages are presented in an order that suits most needs. However, you can perform tasks in a different order or iterate between some of the stages. In all cases, first examine the document, determine its intended purpose, and use that analysis to determine the workflow that you apply.

For more information about creating accessible PDFs, see these online resources: