Accessibility & translations
We’re constantly working to make APEX.ORG.UK as accessible and usable as possible.
We will continue to develop the website to ensure that it is accessible and provides a user-friendly experience. If you have any difficulties using this website, please contact us by email at info@apex.org.uk or call us on 028 7130 4800.
Accessibility features
Web page construction and links.
- For those screen reader and non-mouse users, you have the option to skip straight to the content.
- The site has been created with a combination of XHTML and CSS.
- We try to ensure all informational images contain an ALT tag and decorative images are either relegated to the CSS document or have a null ALT attribute.
- All pages have valid HTML.
- Links have been written to make sense out of context. Where this has proved impossible the title tag has been used to expand on their meaning.
- The website offers full functionality in all modern browsers on PC, Mac, Tablets and Smartphones
Resizing the text
To increase the text size:
- Select one of the ‘Toggle Font Size’ text size options on every page
- Internet Explorer: Select the “Text Size” option with your mouse or press the letter “X”
- Firefox: Zoom, Zoom In or Control + to zoom in. Zoom, Zoom Out or Control – to zoom out.
Alternatively, scroll with the wheel of your mouse whilst holding down the control key.
Resources
We’ve compiled a list of resources for anyone using this website and the internet in general.
Colours/contrast
BBC guide to changing the colours on your computer.
For Windows, Mac, and Linux users.
Mobility
Alternatives to using a keyboard and mouse.
BBC website outlines some of the options available.