From customer to product: design tools for the visually impaired

TL;DR

This paper reviews seven design tools that involve visually impaired users in the development process, aiming to improve accessibility and inclusivity in navigation solutions.

Contribution

It systematically analyzes tools enabling visually impaired users to participate in design, proposing a foundation for inclusive design methodologies.

Findings

Identified correlations among the tools

Provided insights into tool applications and differences

Suggested a methodology for inclusive design

Abstract

Navigation in new or unknown environments is vital, especially for visually impaired individuals. While many solutions exist, few are tailored to specific disabilities, often due to limited collaboration with handicap users in the design process. This article examines 7 tools that enable visually impaired users to participate in design, selected through a systematic review and analyzed for affinities, differences, and applications. The study suggests correlations among the tools, offering a foundation for a methodology that enhances inclusive design and accessibility.