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General design considerations of printed material:

  • color is not be the only way of delivering information (helps people with certain kinds of color blindness);
  • achieve high contrast between foreground and background colours
  • use an easy-to-read font (sans-serif typefaces tend to be more readable and legible)
  • font size should be between 12 and 18 pt.
  • leading (space between lines of text and should be at least 25 to 30 per cent of the point size.)
  • spacing between letters shouldn't be crowded
  • a matte or non-glossy finish on the paper cuts down on glare when reading

Large print format

The kiosk has the option to print out this format. Above design considerations can apply but -

  • at least a 16-18 point type for maximum readability & legibility
  • sans-serif typeface preferably

High/reverse contrast

The kiosk has the option to print out this format. Above design considerations can apply but -

Tactile map

The kiosk doesn't have the option to print out this format but visitors can pick one up at the information desk.

Braille

The kiosk doesn't have the option to print out this format but visitors can pick one up at the information desk.

Audio version of themed tour

Mobile ??

Sources:
UI Options Use Cases
CNIB Clear Print Guide)
The Legibility of Typefaces for Readers with Low Vision: A Research Review

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