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docs/README.instructions.md

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+| [Markdown Accessibility Review Guidelines](../instructions/markdown-accessibility.instructions.md)<br />[![Install in VS Code](https://img.shields.io/badge/VS_Code-Install-0098FF?style=flat-square&logo=visualstudiocode&logoColor=white)](https://aka.ms/awesome-copilot/install/instructions?url=vscode%3Achat-instructions%2Finstall%3Furl%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Fraw.githubusercontent.com%2Fgithub%2Fawesome-copilot%2Fmain%2Finstructions%2Fmarkdown-accessibility.instructions.md)<br />[![Install in VS Code Insiders](https://img.shields.io/badge/VS_Code_Insiders-Install-24bfa5?style=flat-square&logo=visualstudiocode&logoColor=white)](https://aka.ms/awesome-copilot/install/instructions?url=vscode-insiders%3Achat-instructions%2Finstall%3Furl%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Fraw.githubusercontent.com%2Fgithub%2Fawesome-copilot%2Fmain%2Finstructions%2Fmarkdown-accessibility.instructions.md) | Markdown accessibility guidelines based on GitHub's 5 best practices for inclusive documentation |
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instructions/markdown-accessibility.instructions.md

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+---
+description: 'Markdown accessibility guidelines based on GitHub''s 5 best practices for inclusive documentation'
+applyTo: '**/*.md'
+---
+
+# Markdown Accessibility Review Guidelines
+
+When reviewing markdown files, check for the following accessibility issues based on GitHub's [5 tips for making your GitHub profile page accessible](https://github.blog/developer-skills/github/5-tips-for-making-your-github-profile-page-accessible/). Flag violations and suggest fixes with clear explanations of the accessibility impact.
+
+## 1. Descriptive Links
+
+- Flag generic link text such as "click here," "here," "this," "read more," or "link."
+- Link text must make sense when read out of context, because assistive technology can present links as an isolated list.
+- Flag multiple links on the same page that share identical text but point to different destinations.
+- Bare URLs in prose should be converted to descriptive links.
+
+Bad: `Read my blog post [here](https://example.com)`
+Good: `Read my blog post "[Crafting an accessible resume](https://example.com)"`
+
+## 2. Image Alt Text
+
+- Flag images with empty alt text (`![]()`) unless they are explicitly decorative.
+- Flag alt text that is a filename (e.g., `img_1234.jpg`) or generic placeholder (e.g., `screenshot`, `image`).
+- Alt text should be succinct and descriptive. Include any text visible in the image.
+- Use "screenshot of" where relevant, but do not prefix with "image of" since screen readers announce that automatically.
+- For complex images (charts, infographics), suggest summarizing the data in alt text and providing longer descriptions via `<details>` tags or linked content.
+- When suggesting alt text improvements, present them as recommendations for the author to review. Alt text requires understanding of visual content and context that only the author can properly assess.
+
+## 3. Heading Hierarchy
+
+- There must be only one H1 (`#`) per document, used as the page title.
+- Headings must follow a logical hierarchy and never skip levels (e.g., `##` followed by `####` is a violation).
+- Flag bold text (`**text**`) used as a visual substitute for a proper heading.
+- Proper heading structure allows assistive technology users to navigate by section and helps sighted users scan content.
+
+## 4. Plain Language
+
+- Flag unnecessarily complex or jargon-heavy language that could be simplified.
+- Favor short sentences, common words, and active voice.
+- Flag long, dense paragraphs that could be broken into smaller sections or lists.
+- When suggesting plain language improvements, present them as recommendations for the author to review. Language decisions require understanding of audience, context, and tone.
+
+## 5. Lists and Emoji Usage
+
+### Lists
+
+- Flag emoji or special characters used as bullet points instead of proper markdown list syntax (`-`, `*`, `+`, or `1.`).
+- Flag sequential items in plain text that should be structured as a proper list.
+- Proper list markup allows screen readers to announce list context (e.g., "item 1 of 3").
+
+### Emoji
+
+- Flag multiple consecutive emoji, which are disruptive to screen reader users since each emoji name is read aloud in full (e.g., "rocket" "sparkles" "fire").
+- Flag emoji used to convey meaning that is not also communicated in text.
+- Emoji should be used sparingly and thoughtfully.
+
+## Review Priority
+
+When multiple issues exist, prioritize in this order:
+
+1. Missing or empty alt text on images
+2. Skipped heading levels or missing H1
+3. Non-descriptive link text
+4. Emoji used as bullet points or list markers
+5. Plain language improvements
+
+## Review Tone
+
+- Explain the accessibility impact of each issue, specifying which users are affected (e.g., screen reader users, people with cognitive disabilities, non-native speakers).
+- Do not remove personality or voice from the writing. Accessibility and engaging content are not mutually exclusive.
+- Keep suggestions actionable and specific.