Best practices to build Accessible Designs using Figma and annotations

#Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #HatchConference2025 How can teams keep accessibility at the forefront of their work? At Hatch Conference 2025, this session explores how annotations can make invisible accessibility requirements visible for everyone involved in product design and development. Instead of relying on accessibility as an afterthought, annotations serve as strategic signals that highlight potential issues before development begins — while also reminding teams why accessibility truly matters. This talk demonstrates how to: Use annotations to capture accessibility requirements clearly Prevent common accessibility issues during design and handoff Communicate accessibility needs across designers, developers, and product managers Shift annotations from static documentation into active signals Build an accessibility-first culture where inclusive design is the default For UX professionals, product designers, and design leaders, this session offers practical ways to embed accessibility directly into the design process. By leveraging annotations, teams can foster shared understanding, improve collaboration, and reduce the risk of accessibility gaps making it into production.