Provide Audio Description for Prerecorded Videos
Ensure that all prerecorded videos include an audio description that provides a spoken description of the visual content, so that people who are blind or have low vision can understand the visual aspects of the video.
Acceptance Criteria
• Audio Description Required: Provide an audio description for all prerecorded video content.
• Synchronized Media: The audio description should be synchronized with the video, describing visual elements and actions as they occur.
Examples
• Good: A movie includes an additional audio track that narrates key visual details, such as character actions, settings, and important visual cues.
• Bad: A video without an audio description, where viewers who cannot see the visuals miss out on critical information.
Exceptions
Tips
• Ensure the audio description is clear and provides context for visual elements that are crucial to understanding the content.
• Integrate the audio description seamlessly into the video without overlapping or disrupting the main audio track.
• Include descriptions of important visual information, such as actions, facial expressions, and scene changes.
How to test?
1. Playback Check: Watch the video with the audio description to ensure it accurately describes the visual content and is synchronized with the video.
2. Content Review: Verify that the audio description covers all essential visual elements and actions.
3. User Feedback: Test with users who rely on audio descriptions to ensure they can fully understand and enjoy the video content.