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PDF: Image Only (Portable Document Format: Image Only)

Image Only

PDF:ImageOnly files are a format that simply provide an image of each page of the PDF file. This format is made available for several reasons. Students who have Low Vision often prefer to use their computers or other portable devices to enlarge their books and class work for access. Secondly, there are other AIM-VA students who either prefer or actually read better when they do so electronically, without altering the material at all. And lastly, during conversion, PDF:ImageOnly is sometimes determined best when text-recognition practices are unsuccessful; as in the conversion of graphic novels.

Accessibility Features PDF:ImageOnly

  • Provides an identical digital representation of a printed book.
  • Can be opened by using a variety of programs on a computer and mobile devices.
  • Can have the page size increased without distorting the text.
  • Built in bookmarks for electronic navigation; acting as a “Table of Contents.”

Compatible programs that work with most Accessible PDF file formats

Teaching Strategies for use with all AIM-VA Accessible PDF formats

  • While reading, use the Tools in Adobe Reader to Add a Comment, Insert Text, Highlight or Underline important information. Students can use the document to go back and study.
  • If students aren’t going to have the internet available, they can use the PDF file in Offline mode: Kurzweil Education
  • Students can type on the PDF file using text boxes to create sticky notes or text notes: Kurzweil Education
  • Create a study guide: Kurzweil Education