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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
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September 10, 2003