Grackle is a suite of accessibility checker add-ons for Google Workspace, available to all University of Michigan students, faculty, and staff. Grackle helps you find and fix accessibility issues in Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets.
Grackle makes it easier to create digital content that is usable by everyone, including individuals with disabilities.
Ensuring your documents are accessible is a key part of U-M’s commitment to equity and inclusion, and supports compliance with university policy and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA standards.
Why Use Grackle at U-M
- Integrated Accessibility Checks: Works inside the editing interface, with real-time feedback and guidance
- Promotes Inclusive Content: Helps ensure that your materials can be used by all, including people with disabilities
- Supports University Policy: Guidance to meet accessibility standards required by legislation and U-M policy
- Easy to Use: Intuitive interface, easy to check and resolve common issues
- Export to PDF or HTML: Can create accessible PDFs from Google Doc or Slides, and accessible HTML from Sheets
Getting Started with Grackle
Once you've installed Grackle into your workspace, you are ready to start using it. Visit each page for specific step-by-step installation instructions, usage tips, and additional resources.
- Grackle for Docs - Check and improve accessibility in your Docs
- Grackle for Slides - Ensure your Slides presentations are accessible to all
- Grackle for Sheets - Find and fix accessibility issues in your Sheets
Need Assistance with Grackle?
If you have questions about using Grackle or digital accessibility at U-M, contact the ITS Digital Accessibility team.