Quick Tips for Word
Images - If an image presents content or has a function, you must provide an equivalent alternative
text for this image.
Headings - Heading levels should represent the structure of the document. (e.g. Heading 1,
Heading 2, Heading 3, etc.)
Links - Use descriptive link text.
Tip Tool
Accessibility Checker - Word has an Accessibility Checker for identifying and repairing many accessibility issues.
More information about Creating Accessible Word Documents (WebAIM)
Quick Tips for PowerPoint
Slide Theme - Be sure to choose a theme with good contrast and with simple backgrounds.
Slide layouts - These will ensure information on the slides have the correct heading structure and
reading order.
Images - PowerPoint presentations usually include images, and these images need alt texts.
Links - Use descriptive link text.
Tip Tool
Accessibility Checker - PowerPoint includes a tool that will identify many common accessibility issues.
More information about Creating Accessible PowerPoint presentations (WebAIM)
Quick Tips for PDF
The best and easiest way of creating accessible PDF is to create accessible Word first, and then convert it into PDF. Microsoft Word provides a rich structure and style for you to draft your document.
A document created in Word should contain almost all the information necessary for
an accessible PDF.
Tip Tool
Accessibility Checker - The built-in accessibility checker "Full Check" is a good tool to use with a new PDF to identify what issues need to be addressed
More information about Making PDF Documents Accessible (WebAIM)