2025 PLAT COMMITTEE CALENDAR

ILP_New Construction_DeKalb County.xls

Microsoft Word - Subdivision Application.doc

1637769998_76333.pdf

1714666069_72842.pdf

1637769960_45434.pdf

Microsoft Word - 2017 DeKalb County Floodplain Ordinance_NEW.doc

1624299316_33583.pdf

1624299615_6008.pdf

1624381773_13249.pdf

PDF documents must be tagged to ensure accessibility and compliance with digital standards.

## What this means

Tagging in a PDF involves adding hidden metadata that outlines the structure and content of the document. These tags function similarly to HTML tags, describing elements like headings, paragraphs, lists, and tables. They are crucial for screen readers and other assistive technologies to interpret the content correctly.

## Why it matters

1. **Accessibility**: Tagging makes PDFs accessible to individuals with disabilities, allowing assistive technologies to read and navigate the document effectively.
2. **Legal Compliance**: Various laws and regulations require digital content, including PDFs, to be accessible. Failure to comply can lead to legal complications.
3. **Usability**: Tagged PDFs are more user-friendly, providing better navigation and search capabilities for all users.

## How to fix

1. **Use Tag-enabled PDF Creators**: Create or convert documents using software that supports tagging, like Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Word.
2. **Manually Add Tags**: If your PDF isn't tagged, use a PDF editor's accessibility tools to add tags. This includes setting a logical reading order and adding alternative text for images.
3. **Consult Guidelines**: Follow best practices outlined in WCAG or similar guidelines for effective tagging.

## Testing Methodology

Silktide looks at the PDF and flags it if it doesn't contain tags.

## Further Reading

- [Adobe's Guide to PDF Accessibility](https://www.adobe.com/accessibility/pdf/pdf-accessibility-overview.html)

pdf-must-be-tagged

October 2025

September 2025

DeKalb County, Indiana

	Title / URL	Issues
	2025 PLAT COMMITTEE CALENDARwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1734025615_48478.pdf	1
	ILP_New Construction_DeKalb County.xlswww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1673287511_53555.pdf	1
	Microsoft Word - Subdivision Application.docwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1703775019_36752.pdf	1
	1637769998_76333.pdfwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1637769998_76333.pdf	1
	1714666069_72842.pdfwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1714666069_72842.pdf	1
	1637769960_45434.pdfwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1637769960_45434.pdf	1
	Microsoft Word - 2017 DeKalb County Floodplain Ordinance_NEW.docwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1624381962_96462.pdf	1
	1624299316_33583.pdfwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1624299316_33583.pdf	1
	1624299615_6008.pdfwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1624299615_6008.pdf	1
	1624381773_13249.pdfwww.co.dekalb.in.us/egov/documents/1624381773_13249.pdf	1

Tag all PDFs

DeKalb County, Indiana

Where this issue has occurred