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Macromedia FLASH: Accessible?

Yes, with caveat:

• User must use Flash Player 6 - (will also make some content created with Flash 4 & 5 more accessible) http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer/
• User must use Windows, IE 5.5+, MSAA (MicroSoft Active Accessibility)
• User must use screen reader that uses MSAA. Currently, WindowEyes 4.2 - http://www.gwmicro.com/ , Jaws 4.5 - http://www.hj.com
• Author must create media with FlashMX
• Author must add alternative content and functionality (keyboard access, text alternatives, etc.)
• Flash must open in separate window (allows user to navigate into and out of the Flash content) (remember to tell user that the content will open in a new window)

Example of accessible content: American Experience Zoot Suit Riots Special Features

Flash Accessibility Resources

• Macromedia - Accessibility Macromedia Flash MX Features
• Flash Player 6 Accessibility
• AccRepair® for use with Macromedia® Flash™ MX 2004 - Accessibility Repair tool
• Flash MX Accessibility
• Multimedia Accessibility - Flash And The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

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