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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Alt text may be easy to overlook, but for persons who are Blind or have low vision, it can be essential for accessing information online. Effective alt text helps add context and makes content more accessible. Check out this guide to learn more: f.mtr.cool/ofuzhwtqpz #AltText

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Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza6.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This is your reminder that disabled people are valuable

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I was watching Doc on Tuesday, where I've learned a new word: Dalliance.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. I will be thinking about all Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) of Turtle Island and Inuit Nunangat. 🧡

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

When using Microsoft Word or Google Docs, don't just make text bigger and bolder to make it a heading. That will work for sighted users, but screen reader users will miss that and just hear it as normal paragraph text. Use actual heading styles, like level 1 through 6.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Is anyone watching the season 3 premiere of Doc?

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

For beginners, it can be difficult to know what to put in alt text, as well as when alt text is needed and when it isn't. This decision tree from @w3c helps you determine what to do, based on specific situations. www.w3.org/WAI/tutorial...

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An alt Decision Tree

Accessibility resources free online from the international standards organization: W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI).

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Happy First Day of Fall/Autumn! 🍂

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

For screen readers to recognize headings, heading text can't just be body text or normal text that's been made to look bigger and bolder. It must be formatted as a heading. In Microsoft Word and Google Docs, this can be done in the styles box. In HTML, use the tags h1 through h6.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The Simpsons had a great night-time aesthetic during the Golden Era of the 90s!

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Why Does Springfield at Night Feel Like That?

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Bluesky has a setting that will remind you to add alt text before posting any images. Go to "Settings," then "Accessibility." Select the checkbox for "Require alt text before posting."

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The same photo could appear on three different pages and require different alt text for each instance. The alt text for an image can vary, depending on the context of the image, its role on the page, and the intended message.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

You don't necessarily need to say "image of" in your alt text for users to know it's an image. Screen readers will announce that it's an image. But it can help readers to specify if it's a hand-drawn image, Polaroid, infographic, screenshot, chart, map, diagram, or so on.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

An emoji has a coded description that gets read aloud by screen readers. Putting emoji in between text could cause confusion or make content less clear. It's best to put emoji at the end of written content.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Doc is such an underrated medical drama. I wished people talked about it more. I can't wait for Season 3!

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Doc Season 3 Trailer (HD) Medical drama series

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

You don't necessarily want to use the exact same alt text each time a specific image is used. Alt text must consider the context of the image and why it's being included on a site, post, article, etc. In other words, alt text depends on where you're including the image and why.

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Bluesky @bsky.app · 27/08/2026

Now you can opt out of having your posts shown to non-followers in the Discover feed. We know not everyone wants to go viral. Sometimes you're just posting for your followers. This is one of a few updates we're working on to give you more control over your experience and help you find your people.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

It is sad to hear about the passing of Dolly Parton and Tim Curry. I send my deep condolences.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I've been experiencing login issues with Bluesky since yesterday, so I might not be on much right now.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Automatic speech recognition (ASR) captions are captions generated by computers. These might be cheaper and faster than captions written by humans, but ASR captions are less accurate. If you do use ASR captions, don't forget to have humans edit them before publishing.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Plain language is communication that your audience can understand the first time they hear or read it. This varies by audience, of course. What is common vocabulary for lawyers won't necessarily be common for chemists, clergy, or engineers. Know your audience.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Capitalization affects how people read hashtags or how people hear them on screen readers. Use #camelCase or #PascalCase in hashtags instead of lowercase. You could have #DoctorWhoRewatch ("Doctor Who Rewatch") or #doctorwhorewatch ("doctor whore watch.")

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I'm nostalgic about Pretty Little Liars again right now.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Are people able to see my posts? Let me know in the comments or like this post. Just want to make sure my posts are seen.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Is anyone excited for Fall/Autumn? 🍂

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Where do you like reading books from? Physical books eBooks Audio books Or from any material? Let me know in the comments!

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I know I say this every year, but even though my birthday is just a regular day for me, I like to thank everyone who wished me a Happy Birthday. I really appreciate it!

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Alexa Heinrich's Accessible Social is a free resource for digital marketers, communication professionals, content creators, everyday social media users, and anyone who wants to learn how to make their content accessible for people with disabilities. www.accessible-social.com

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Accessible Social

Accessible Social is a free resource and education hub that helps marketers and content creators learn about accessibility and how it relates to social media.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Accessible documents have the power to create independence, privacy, and information access. Seemingly small decisions can determine whether someone can independently access healthcare, employment, or education. Access the article: f.mtr.cool/dtsvuttetv #DocumentAccessibility

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Accessible Document Sharing: How We Share Documents is Important For Accessibility | Disability Horizons

Accessible documents help disabled people protect their privacy, work independently and use assistive technology. Learn practical ways to remove digital barriers.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Plain language is communication that your audience or readers can understand the first time they hear or read it. The terminology you use will vary depending on the audience. Always aim to avoid jargon when possible, especially when you have a broad general audience.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Don't forget to add alt text on Instagram and Facebook, too. When you forget, the auto-generated alt text is not as helpful, complete, or accurate as human-written alt text. A.I. can't know the purpose of a photo. Always add your own alt text on Instagram and Facebook.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It is been awhile since I've posted a selfie. I hope everyone is doing well.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

The next step after employing persons with disabilities is ensuring it leads to long-term financial security and economic opportunity. Building inclusive workplaces means going beyond hiring to help employees thrive. Gain more insight: f.mtr.cool/mwqboijogs #FutureOfWork

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

I've been nostalgic about Pretty Little Liars a few times this year. I feel like rewatching the whole francise (the original series and the spinoffs: Pretty Dirty Secrets, Ravenswood, Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists, and Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin/Summer School) all in order.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

If you have a hashtag with multiple words, write the hashtag in #PascalCase or #camelCase to help users of screen readers. That helps the screen reader to read out the words out individually, rather than trying to read them in one long word.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

If you share images of what to do during a weather-related emergency, share that advice with blind and low-vision users, too. Add alt text. The alt text should include the text in the image, rather than just a vague description, so people aren't missing out on vital information.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

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Accessible Social

Accessible Social is a free resource and education hub that helps marketers and content creators learn about accessibility and how it relates to social media.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the Father's out there. I hope you all have an amazing day. Also, Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day to all Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) of Canada. And Happy First Day of Summer.

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Fietser @americanfietser.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Posting this for no other reason than to get more Looney Tunes circulating on Bluesky.

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Matt C. @mattcord.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Congratulations @nixostorme.bsky.social on your marriage to your husband. I hope you and him have an amazing one! 😀

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Alt text is one of the easiest accessibility practices to implement, but it is often overlooked. This blog offers a practical overview of alt text fundamentals, common mistakes, and ways teams can strengthen their approach: f.mtr.cool/aebgfjpggp #AltText #WebAccessibility

A professional photo of a soup on a table with a side of almonds in a side dish. To the right is an alt-text window from LinkedIn with text, Add alt text. Alt text describes images for people who can't see them. There may be an automatically generated description. You can edit it anytime. Alt text*. How would you describe this image?

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

People have personal preferences on what they consider acceptable length for alt text, but there's no definitive character limit or formula for how long alt text should be. That said, aim to be as detailed as needed but as succinct as possible. Go for both accuracy and precision.

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