Grackle for Google Workspace

Grackle Workspace is an add-on to the UChicago Google Workspace that can be used to create more accessible Docs, Slides, and Sheets. It is currently available for instructors, students, and staff with UChicago Google accounts. Note: Chicago Booth and Lab Schools are not currently in the UChicago Google Workspace.

You can launch the add-on from the Extensions menu in Docs, Slides, or Sheets. A one-time permission per app is required.

Features

• Runs automated accessibility check of your document.
• Breaks down accessibility issues into prioritized, manageable tasks.
• Flags issues that need to be tested with a manual check, such as reading order.
• Produces more accessible output upon export to other formats.

Grackle Workspace is simple to use and does not require accessibility expertise. Simply launch the add-on from the Extensions menu in Docs, Slides, or Sheets.

Please note: Grackle Workspace not intended for documents that contain restricted data, as defined by the University’s Data Classification Guidelines. Any questions about sensitive or restricted data should be directed to ciso@uchicago.edu.

Support

• About Grackle for Google Docs
• About Grackle for Google Slides
• About Grackle for Google Sheets
• GrackleDocs Knowledge Base
• GrackleDocs Demo (21:42 YouTube video)

Please email digitalaccessibility@uchicago.edu if you have any questions or need assistance.