“We investigated translating our menus into braille. However because our menus change regularly, we needed a solution that could be produced more quickly and more cost- effectively. Also, not all visually impaired people use braille. Instead, we now record our lunch and à la carte menus onto a MP3 player, which can be used by everyone.”

Alan Ritson, The old Bakery Restaurant with Rooms

Easy changes:

• Use large text. 12 point is the minimum recommended for general use. Large print should be at least 14 point. Great for the visually impaired as well as guests who have forgotten to bring their glasses!

• Use clear typefaces such as Arial or Univers

• Use contrasting colours

• Avoid using red text

• Make numbers clear (3, 5, 8 and 0 can easily be confused)

• Avoid justifying text. Large gaps can be confusing.

• Don’t use italics or CAPITALS for large blocks of text

• Use pictograms and symbols to help users navigate text

• Use images showing a diverse range of visitors at your business

For more help, order a copy of RNIB’s See it Right guidelines.

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