Make & keep
Make a large-print key for a photo-strip exhibition
Let visitors read the frame sequence and caption without crowding the image.
A large-print key can carry names, dates and frame-by-frame notes beside a small strip reproduction. Ask the intended audience what size and format works for them; no single type size suits every reader.
Shorten the text first
Write one short caption and a numbered key for any detail that needs explanation. Keep the object identifier consistent across the wall label and catalogue. Do not shrink essential wording to fit a decorative layout.
Evidence: Government accessibility guidance
Prepare an alternative
Make a large-print sheet in a simple layout with generous spacing and a clear heading. The GOV.UK guidance recommends asking individuals about preferred size and notes that formats should be planned with the audience; treat any general point size as a starting point, not a universal setting.
Evidence: Government accessibility guidance
Test at the venue
Print at final size and read from the intended viewing distance under actual gallery light. Ask a visitor or access reviewer to find the strip, match the numbered notes and leave without touching the original. If the key is hard to navigate, reorder or split the text.
Sources & further reading
Sources for the specific facts and product descriptions above. Our worked examples, interpretations and practical suggestions are original editorial guidance.
- GOV.UK — Accessible communication formatsGovernment accessibility guidance