Large Print as an Accessibility Support Service
Large print is an important part of accessible communication. While not everyone uses screen readers or digital accessibility tools, many people benefit from content that is visually easier to read. Large print services support accessibility by providing an alternative format that improves readability for users with low vision or visual strain.
This service is offered as part of a broader accessibility-focused approach to document preparation.
Large print documents are designed to make written content easier to read for people with low vision, visual fatigue, or reading difficulties. We provide large print formatting services that improve readability while maintaining the original meaning and structure of the document.
What Is Large Print?
Large print refers to documents formatted with larger text sizes, improved spacing, and clearer layout to support easier reading. It is commonly used by people who may not use screen readers but still require enhanced visual presentation.
Large print is not the same as document remediation, but it complements accessibility efforts by offering an alternative readable format.
How Large Print Supports Accessibility
Accessibility is not limited to digital compliance standards alone. Large print helps address accessibility needs by reducing visual barriers and improving content clarity for readers who prefer or require enhanced visual presentation.
Large print documents are often used alongside accessible digital formats, ensuring information can be accessed in more than one way.
What We Provide
Large print preparation focuses on improving visual usability while respecting the structure and meaning of the original content. This may include adjusting font sizes, spacing, contrast, and layout to create a clearer reading experience.
- Increasing font size (commonly 16–18 pt or as required)
- Using clear, readable fonts
- Improving line spacing and paragraph spacing
- Enhancing contrast between text and background
- Simplifying layouts to reduce visual clutter
- Ensuring consistent headings and structure
The aim is not just to enlarge text, but to make documents more usable and less visually demanding, especially for longer or information-heavy content.
When Large Print Is Appropriate
Large print is particularly useful when:
- Content is shared with a broad or public audience
- Readers may not use assistive technology
- Printed or static documents are required
- Large volumes of text need to remain visually comfortable
It can be used independently or alongside document remediation and PDF accessibility work.
Relationship to Accessibility Standards
Large print is not a replacement for standards-based accessibility remediation such as WCAG or PDF/UA. Instead, it complements these standards by offering an alternative format that supports inclusive access.
Where appropriate, large print versions can be prepared in addition to accessible PDFs or Office documents.
Formats & Delivery
Large print services are available for PDFs and common document formats such as Word files. Final files are delivered in the agreed format, focusing on readability and consistency.
All work is performed on a best-effort basis as part of a practical accessibility support process.
Get Started
To discuss whether large print is suitable for your content or how it fits into your overall accessibility needs, contact us via email with basic details about your document and audience.