Tools and Testing

Silktide is an application that scans UMB and related websites for issues relating to quality assurance, search engine optimization, accessibility, and more.

There is also a Silktide browser extension that can check individual password-protected and non-UMB web pages.

Run a quick automated check to identify common accessibility issues in a PDF document before sharing or publishing it.

Adobe Acrobat includes tools that help make PDF documents usable for people with disabilities.

Equidox is a PDF accessibility platform designed to quickly convert inaccessible PDFs into formats compliant with WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards.

Color contrast plays a key role in readability and accessibility. Use this guide to identify approved color and background combinations that meet contrast requirements.

The University System of Maryland provides this checklist as a practical tool to help faculty and staff create inclusive, accessible digital content.