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Rather than uploading a Word document or PDF with your content, instructors can create content using webpages in Brightspace. Brightspace webpages use HTML, which is best for creating interactive, responsive, and accessible content. 

HTML pages are preferred over Word documents, PowerPoint presentation, or PDFs for online content because they are designed for web experiences, while Word documents, PowerPoints and PDFs are not. Some benefits of HTML pages include: 

• Enhanced accessibility - HTML pages are easier to make accessible, and users can customize their experience by changing browser settings like text size and color.   
• Mobile-friendly - HTML pages can be programmed to be mobile friendly, while Word documents and PDFs are not responsive and can be hard to read on mobile devices.
• Improved navigation - HTML pages retain the website's navigation and context, while Word documents and PDFs can have inconsistent navigation. HTML also allows for hyperlinks and easy navigation within the content.
• Search capability - The Search feature in Brightspace can easily crawl and index HTML pages.
• Quick updates - HTML pages are easier to update and ensure that users have the most recent content.
• Compatibility - HTML content is more universally compatible and can be translated into different languages. 

For more information, please visit the Create a File (web page) in Brightspace and Using Document Templates in Brightspace knowledge base articles. 

Faculty and staff members are encouraged to register for training sessions periodically listed in the Buffalo State Workshop Registration System, and/or contact SAS Content Access for support.