Accessibility for people with disabilities

Microsoft is committed to making products that are accessible and usable by all people, including those with disabilities.

Accessibility features in Outlook Web Access

Many accessibility features are built into Microsoft Office Outlook Web Access. These features are available to everyone, without the need for additional accessibility aids.

Note The basic version of the Outlook Web Access client is recommended for people with accessibility needs.

Keyboard shortcuts

Many features and commands are available directly from the keyboard. You can also view and print a list of useful keyboard shortcuts.

Tips for working more efficiently

Outlook Web Access includes features that can help you automate repetitive tasks or work more effectively:

Instead of typing e-mail addresses individually in the To box of messages, you can create distribution lists that let you send a message to any number of people by typing only one address.
You can organize your Inbox automatically by creating rules that take actions like deleting or moving those messages that meet conditions you set.
You can use different message previews to view the contents of any item in your Inbox. You can also open attachments and follow hyperlinks without opening the item.

Additional resources

Information on the Web If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can learn more about the accessibility features included in Microsoft products from the Microsoft Accessibility Web site. To learn about creating accessible content for your Web pages, refer to the accessibility standards developed by the World Wide Web Consortium.

System accessibility options If you use a Microsoft Windows-based computer, you can set or change system accessibility options. Many of these options affect the way you work in Microsoft Office programs. For example, the Windows StickyKeys feature is designed for people who have difficulty holding down two or more keys at a time. When a shortcut requires a key combination, such as CTRL+P, StickyKeys enables you to press one key at a time instead of pressing them simultaneously.