Great slides aren’t just engaging - they’re accessible to everyone. That’s why we have a built-in Accessibility Check to help you spot and fix common issues as you build. In this article, you’ll learn what the Accessibility Check does, how it works and how it helps you and your audience.
How to open the Accessibility Check
Open your Menti in the Edit view.
Click the Settings (cogwheel) icon in the top-left corner of the editor.
Choose Accessibility from the menu.
What does the Accessibility Check look for?
The Accessibility Check results currently cover:
Color contrast issues: checks that text is readable against background colors, which is especially important for users with impaired vision.
Alt text reminders: prompts you to add descriptions to images so screen readers can interpret them.
Slide clarity suggestions: flags content that may be harder to follow for users with cognitive or visual processing differences.
Screen reader language support: an option to mark words written in another language so screen readers pronounce them correctly. See Mark words in another language so screen readers pronounce them correctly.
How to fix the issues it finds
For each issue, the Accessibility Check explains what the problem is and which slides are affected. Click the button next to an issue to go directly to the slide in question, where you can make the fix, for example, adding alt text to the flagged image or increasing the text contrast.
Does the check cover what participants see on their devices?
The Accessibility Check reviews the presenter view, your slides as they are presented. Note that participants' devices don't always render slides identically: depending on your slide settings, an element like a background image may appear behind your text on the presented slide but not on participants' voting screens. So a flagged contrast issue describes your presented slide, and the participant view may differ.
Why accessibility matters
Inclusive Mentis help everyone stay engaged. Accessible slides are easier to see, follow, and interact with, whether someone is using assistive technology, viewing on a mobile device, or trying to focus in a busy environment. The Accessibility Check supports you in creating Mentis that work for your whole audience.
Learn more: Present with accessibility and inclusion in mind - tips to help you present with clarity and inclusion.