Accessibility Statement: If you use charts or graphs

View an accessible page using charts or graphs
View an inaccessible page using charts or graphs

1. Provide a text alternative.
    

2. Summarize the content of each graph and chart directly on the page or use the LONGDESC attribute to link to a longer description of the image's content and purpose.
    

3. Use patterns, textures, or text labels to denote special areas in charts or graphs. Do not rely on color alone.
    

4. Check accessibility by viewing your page in multiple browsers and platforms, then verify it with tools like CAST's on-line BOBBY verification tool.

Read the relevant W3C guideline --  1.1
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Adapted with permission from web accessibility pages at Penn State