[WSG] Accessible Image Map Editors

2009-10-25 Thread Marvin Hunkin
hi. is image map accessible with jaws? i need to create a image map for a web page i am developing for one of my online programming classes with http://www.johnsmiley.com any recommendations would be appreciated. cheers Marvin.

Re: [WSG] Accessible Image Map Editors

2009-10-25 Thread Russ Weakley
Hey Marvin, Assuming that an image map must be used, then always include meaningful alt attribute content (or alt-text) for every area of the map. The alt-text should clearly explain the purpose of the relevant area. Good luck, Russ hi. is image map accessible with jaws? i need to

RE: [WSG] Accessible Image Map Editors

2009-10-25 Thread Steve Green
It may seem strange, but image maps are more accessible to screen reader users than to almost any other user group. They are a significant barrier to some user groups even when correctly coded, so you should provide the information in an alternative, accessible manner. For your class exercise you

Re: [WSG] Accessible Image Map Editors

2009-10-25 Thread Martin Heiden
Marvin, I doubt that there is any accessible image map editor out there in the wild. This editor must be able to interpret the image. For this exercise you'll definitely need help by someone who is able to draw the areas. When this part is done, you can put the alt-attributes at the img and area