To make Charts and Graphs accessible, it may require explanations to explain the content. There are two actions recommended to make these items accessible.
The first is to add a short caption preceding them that describes their content. The second is to provide an alternative presentation of the findings. For many charts, the best alternative format in which to present data is a table with the original figures. Some graphics should include good alternate text but also a text description of the data contained in the image.
To add a caption:
- Right click near the edge of the chart, graph or table and choose Insert Caption
- Word gives you a few default options for your caption. If you’d like to create your own select New Label and enter your caption into the pop-up dialog box.
To add alt text:
- either right-click near the edge of the chart, graph, or table and choose View alt text or
- Perform a single left-click on the image. A Format menu option will appear. Select the Alt text button.