2023AnnualDrinkingWaterQualityReport.pdf

2022HSCBylaws.pdf

Microsoft Word - EMSWebAppTrainingGuideHSC.docx

24 25 Payroll Calendar.pub

Microsoft Word - Hampden-Sydney Room Moderator w-reservations QRG.docx

SmithInsideHigherEd.pdf

Microsoft Word - Hampden-Sydney Room Moderator Approval Only - QRG.docx

8578dc3f-1481-4fef-8c64-e58791c1e4ca_67482

Microsoft Word - 2024 25 holiday schedule

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

Hampden-Sydney College

Title / URL	Issues
2023AnnualDrinkingWaterQualityReport.pdfwww.hsc.edu/documents/waterQuality/2023AnnualDrinkingWaterQualityReport.pdf	1
2022HSCBylaws.pdfwww.hsc.edu/documents/About%20H-SC/2022HSCBylaws.pdf	1
Microsoft Word - EMSWebAppTrainingGuideHSC.docxwww.hsc.edu/documents/constituents/EMSWebAppTrainingGuideHSC.pdf	1
24 25 Payroll Calendar.pubwww.hsc.edu/documents/HR/forms/24%2025%20Payroll%20Calendar.pdf	1
Microsoft Word - Hampden-Sydney Room Moderator w-reservations QRG.docxwww.hsc.edu/documents/constituents/EMSRoomModeratorWReservations.pdf	1
SmithInsideHigherEd.pdfwww.hsc.edu/documents/About%20H-SC/SmithInsideHigherEd.pdf	1
Microsoft Word - Hampden-Sydney Room Moderator Approval Only - QRG.docxwww.hsc.edu/documents/constituents/EMSRoomModeratorApprovalOnly.pdf	1
8578dc3f-1481-4fef-8c64-e58791c1e4ca_67482www.hsc.edu/documents/constituents/OrderingTextbooks.pdf	1
Microsoft Word - 2024 25 holiday schedulewww.hsc.edu/documents/HR/Holidays/2024%2025%20holiday%20schedule.pdf	1

Tag all PDFs

Hampden-Sydney College

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