Help Me Decide

Quick Decision Tool

Always start from a position of maximizing inclusion. Use the decision questions to help you make the best decision for your project.

Decision Questions

  1. Does your document need to be an exact number of pages?
  2. Does your funder require a PDF?
  3. Is your main form of dissemination a printed item that will be mailed or used at conferences?

If you answered YES to questions 1,2, or 3, an accessible PDF may be the  way to go.

  • If you know how to create an accessible PDF, go ahead and get started.
  • If you need training, resources, or support on creating an accessible PDF, contact iciwebhelp@umn.edu
  • If time and budget allows, consider creating a WebPub in addition to your accessible PDF to maximize inclusion.

If you answered NO to questions 1,2,  or 3, a WebPub may be the way to go.

What's The Best Choice - At a Glance

Goal

Best Choice

Your product has non-negotiable page length or layout requirements

PDF

Your funder requires a PDF

PDF

Your main format is a printed item that will be mailed or passed out at conferences

PDF

You want the most inclusive option so everyone can use and enjoy your product

WebPub

You want to make edits to your content on a regular basis

WebPub

You want users to easily share your product on Twitter, Facebook, and other social media channels

WebPub

You want to include video, audio, or other media elements

WebPub

You want the most cost effective option

WebPub

You want the most time efficient option

WebPub

Your funder is a federal agency

WebPub