Information
With the upcoming rollout in June 2024, PeopleSoft is introducing a new method for enabling ADA accessibility, specifically the screen reader functionality.
Environment
- PeopleSoft (CS/HR/FS and the Online Center)
Process
Accessing Screen Reader Mode
- An accessibility icon will be located at the top of the page when accessing PeopleSoft via a computer or tablet, and at the bottom of the page when using a mobile phone.
- Click the accessibility icon to access the following options
Mobile View

Desktop View

Enable Screen Reader Mode

- For This Session: Activates screen reader mode for the current session.
- Persist for Subsequent Sessions: Keeps screen reader mode active for all future logins for the selected environment.
Disable Screen Reader Mode
- Click for the Action Menu.
- Select My Preferences.
- Open General Settings.
- Under Accessibility Layout, select Screen reader mode off.
- Click Save.

Additional Accessibility Features
Keyboard Shortcuts: Displays the available keyboard shortcuts.
Accessibility Help: Provides help pages, including:
- Welcome: Introduction and overview of available help.
- Screen Reader Mode: Instructions on using the screen reader.
- Page Layout in Screen Reader Mode: Details on page layout in screen reader mode.
- About Keyboard Shortcuts: Information on benefits and usage of keyboard shortcuts.