Defined term

Alternative Format

Alternative Format: Providing a different way of accessing information, such as an accessible ballot.

Also known as: Alternate formats

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Definition

Providing a different way of accessing information, such as an accessible ballot.

Alternative Definitions

Definition 2

Alternate formats usable by people with disabilities may include, but are not limited to, Braille, ASCII text, large print, recorded audio, and electronic formats that provide enhanced contrast or other assistive adaptations.

Source: NISTType: standard
Definition 3

The ballot or accompanying information is said to be in an alternative format if it is presented in non-standard ballot language and format.

Source: NIST WebType: semantic
Definition 4

The ballot or accompanying information is said to be in an alternative format if it is presented in non-standard ballot language and format. Examples include, but are not limited to, languages other than English, Braille, ASCII text, large print, recorded audio.

Source: NIST Election GlossaryType: standard

Sources

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Glossary of Election Terms, U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
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Glossary for Voting Systems, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
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NIST Election Terminology Glossary, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
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EAC Glossary of Terms
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EAC Glossary of Election Terms
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NIST Election Glossary
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