Homelife March 2023

Homelife 106

Homelife - issue 83 - June 2019

Homelife issue 81_December 2018

Homelife - Issue 88 December 2020

Homelife_issue84 Sept2019

Homelife_issue86_March2020

Homelife December 2022

Homelife_issue85 December 2019

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)

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London Borough of Wandsworth Council

	Title / URL	Issues
	Homelife March 2023www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/13313/homelife_march_2023.pdf	1
	Homelife 106www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/54zc444f/homelife_october_2025.pdf	1
	Homelife - issue 83 - June 2019www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/5537/homelife_june_2019.pdf	1
	Homelife issue 81_December 2018www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/3140/homelife_december_2018.pdf	1
	Homelife - Issue 88 December 2020www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/7933/homelife_88_december_2020.pdf	1
	Homelife_issue84 Sept2019www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/5538/homelife_september_2019.pdf	1
	Homelife 106www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/45xhrxli/homelife_october_2025.pdf	1
	Homelife_issue86_March2020www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/6319/homelife_86_march_2020.pdf	1
	Homelife December 2022www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/12933/homelife_december_2022.pdf	1
	Homelife_issue85 December 2019www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/5926/homelife_85_december_2019.pdf	1

Tag all PDFs

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