Assistive Technology Initiative

Creating Accessible Tables (PPT)

Contact the Accessible Media Coordinator

Robert Starr
Accessible Media Coordinator

Assistive Technology Initiative
MS: 6A11
Voice: 703-993-5644
Fax: 703-993-4743
rstarr@gmu.edu

Contact the IT Accessibility Coordinator

Kristine Neuber
IT Accessibility Coordinator

Assistive Technology Initiative
MS: 6A11
Voice: 703-993-9815
Fax: 703-993-4743
kneuber@gmu.edu

Have Assistive Technology Questions? Contact Us!

Korey Singleton
Deputy ADA Coordinator for Accessibility and ATI Manager

Assistive Technology Initiative
MS: 6A11
Voice: 703-993-4329
Fax: 703-993-4743
ksinglet@gmu.edu

Have questions? Contact the ATI:

Assistive Technology Initiative
MS: 6A11
Voice: 703-993-4329
Fax: 703-993-4743
ati@gmu.edu

Using simple tables, one row for column headers, one column for row headers, avoiding empty cells and nested headers (when possible), allows screen readers to associate data with the appropriate column and/or row headers.

  • Select the Insert tab.
  • Click on Table.
  • Choose the table size.

creating a table in powerpoint 365

 

 

  • Enter all table data.
  • Select the table, navigate to the table Tools Tab and click on Design.
  • Click on Header Row (column headers). If applicable, click on First Column (row headers).

 

table tools and header row PowerPoint 365

 

  • Click on the Table Layout tab. Then, click Alt Text. Although not required, Alt Text allows you to provide an alternative description of the table. This is beneficial for complex tables, which may prove difficult for screen reader users to navigate even when it is accessible.