ESTUDO DE FERRAMENTAS DE ACESSIBILIDADE DIGITAL PARA PESSOAS COM DEFICIÊNCIAS VISUAIS

Abstract

In this work, a research was carried out on the subjects of digital accessibility and web, Assistive Technology, aiming to present which software resources are most commonly used by people with visual impairments. Through the research conducted via literature review, analysis of studies, and others, it was possible to obtain accessibility features available on computers and mobile devices/tablets. Among the obtained resources are Assistive Technologies that were specifically developed for people with visual impairments, and others on mobile devices that, by providing autonomy in everyday life, act as Assistive Technologies, even though their focus is not on this audience. People with visual impairments face many challenges when using technology in their daily lives, so for there to be more ease and independence, it is important for digital accessibility to be present on these devices, on websites, and other digital platforms, so that resources like screen readers can convey to the user what is in the field they are clicking on, or images. With the results of the main accessibility features, a survey of the same was elaborated, presenting information about each one through tables. This work contributes to a greater understanding of digital accessibility, showing the importance of having accessible resources so that people with visual impairments have independence and full participation in society, allowing them to access information, study, communicate, work, and also enjoy entertainment.