1 in 4 adults has a disability. AI is helping designers create websites that work for everyone—without months of manual tweaks. Here’s how.

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AI tools like Microsoft’s Seeing AI or AltText.ai can:

• Describe images for screen readers (e.g., “A woman hiking in a red jacket”).

• Flag missing alt text in old blog posts.

  But… Always double-check AI descriptions—it might call a dog a cat!

Readability Boosters

AI improves readability by:

• Simplifying complex sentences (e.g., “Utilize” → “Use”).

• Adjusting font sizes and spacing for dyslexia-friendly layouts.

• Detecting color contrast issues (e.g., gray text on a white background).

Voice Navigation Support

AI-powered voice assistants (like Voiceflow) let users:

• Navigate websites hands-free (e.g., “Go to checkout”).

• Customize voice commands for motor-impaired users.

  Fun fact: 40% of users prefer voice search over typing!

Compliance Made Easy

AI tools like accessiBe scan your site to ensure it meets standards like:

• WCAG 2.2 (global accessibility guidelines).

• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

  Key takeaway: AI catches 90% of issues, but human testing is still key.

Conclusion:

AI isn’t just a shortcut—it’s a bridge to inclusivity. Pair these tools with empathy, and you’ll build websites that welcome everyone.