Web Guide

Check before Submit

Checklist

  1. Consistent headings — Ensure each page uses a clear title with an even heading and sub heading.
  2. Meaningful link text — I’ve replaced “click here”, “here”, and full URLs with descriptive link labels. Screen reader users often navigate using a list of links, so links need to indicate their destination.
  3. External links settings — Please check that all external links are set to open in a new window.
  4. Paste as plain text — Copy content in as plain text to avoid formatting issues.
  5. Bullet spacing — Some bullet lists had excessive white space; I correct this by removing and reapplying the bullet formatting.

Headings and sub headings

Be mindful of using both the Headings and sub headings for 2 words or more. Try to be as even as possible with number of words on each.

Links

Please do not use links that say “click here” or display the full URL is generally discouraged because they create accessibility, usability, and readability issues.

Accessibility
People using screen readers often navigate by listening to a list of links on a page. If several links are labelled "click here", they provide no context about where the link goes.

Poor:

Better:

Better User Experience
Descriptive link text helps users quickly understand what they will get before selecting the link.

Poor:
To view our courses, click here.

Better:
View our courses.

Full URLs Are Difficult to Read
Long URLs can clutter content and make pages harder to scan.

Poor:
https://www.example.com/courses/category/subcategory/course-information

Better:
View course information.

Section Links
Any link that has https://www.chester.ac.uk/ prefix at the start of the URL should be used as a Section Link

External Links
Make sure the links are set to open in a new window and check that the links are going to the right places.