RAPDF 1: Testing environment

Some of the tests in the PDF accessibility assessment framework are carried out using a dedicated test tool and the assistive technologies made available on the platforms.

Testing environment

Although PDF documents can be used on the macOS platform, there is no tool for checking the accessibility of PDF documents.

The test platform chosen is Windows version 10, at least.

The versions of assistive technologies to be used are the latest available on the operating system selected.

Some tests are carried out directly in Acrobat Reader.

Test tools

Dedicated test tool

The dedicated test tool is PAC 2024

Screen reader used for testing

The screen reader used to carry out the rendition tests for the "Interactive form" theme is NVDA.

The Methodology section of this framework contains resources to help you install and configure the various test tools.