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PL— Frequently Asked Questions
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Plain Language is sometimes called “Easy-to-Read” or “Low-Lit” text. It means writing so most readers can and will read your documents.
A screen reader is a special piece of software that reads the text that is on a computer screen and outputs it as spoken voice or Braille. Screen reading software allows visually impaired people to use computers and the internet.
Section 508 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act provides accessibility guidelines so consumers with special and varied needs can access e-information. To be 508-compliant, text must be ‘Bobby-approved.’ This means [among other things] clear, simple language, guiding subheads, and graphics that reinforce meaning.
www.cast.org/bobby
No. Plain Language communicates the same information as your original text. It uses conversational language, accessible format, and a direct and intuitive style to convey meaning.
Yes! The only way to know for sure if your readers understand the important messages your documents contain is to field test!
Save yourself time, money and the headaches associated with publications that don’t work. Let us help you take a mock-up to a group of typical consumers. Transcend will create a field test instrument that lets you see what parts of your document or graphics need more work.
Just ask us how!
Yes. Ask us!
Check out the Before & After samples on our site.
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