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Why We Avoid PDFs (and What to Do Instead)

Last modified: December 4, 2025
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The best user experience is content in native UAMS CMS pages which are easier to read on phones, easier to update, and naturally accessible.

If a PDF is truly required (e.g., official fillable form), it must be fully tagged and meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA / PDF/UA standards by April 2026.

Always request content in plain Word/text format from submitters so you can create a proper web page.

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