This project is dedicated to advancing web accessibility for individuals with low vision by creating a web extension that addresses prevalent challenges and incorporates recent literature recommendations. The primary objective is to establish a universally accessible webpage layout, filling the existing gap between current low-vision aids and real-world challenges. This study aims to enhance the consistency of web design and development, ultimately contributing to increased user confidence among individuals with visual impairments. Through the implementation of practical solutions, this research endeavours to create a more inclusive online experience, significantly benefiting the low-vision user community.

In an increasingly digital world, accessibility is not just a convenience but a fundamental right, ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, can participate fully in the online experience. This project stems from the critical need to address the challenges faced by individuals with visual impairments when navigating diverse webpage layouts. The motivation behind this initiative lies in the recognition that current low-vision tools often fall short of providing a seamless and consistent experience for users with varying degrees of visual disabilities. Internet, while enriching lives and connecting communities, inadvertently contributes to a "digital divide" when accessibility is not prioritised. Individuals with visual impairments encounter barriers that hinder their ability to access information, engage with online content, and participate in the digital society on equal terms. Webpage layouts vary widely, presenting a significant challenge for users with low vision. The absence of a standardised approach often leads to inconsistencies in navigation, readability, and overall user experience.

Project Aim: Low Vision Webpage Layout Modifier aims to establish a universal core for webpage structure that ensures familiarity and consistency, allowing users to apply low vision aids and accessibility tools to customise their digital environment according to personal preferences and enhance web accessibility for individuals with visual impairments by addressing the challenges posed by diverse webpage layouts. Hypothesis: The online experience of individuals with low vision will improve through the implementation of a universal layout and consistency across web pages. Objective 1: Literature overview. Conduct an in-depth literature overview on web accessibility for people with visual impairments, focusing on identifying gaps between existing low-vision aids and unsolved real-world challenges. Objective 2: Solution development. Propose a practical solution to bridge identified gaps and enhance webpage consistency. Introduce Low Vision Webpage Layout Modifier based on recent literature recommendations. Objective 3: Enhanced consistency. Contribute to the overall enhancement of consistency in web design and development to foster increased user confidence among individuals with visual impairments.