Easy Read activity types

There are two Easy Read activity types:

• Easy Read survey
• Easy Read Call to Action page

Easy Read survey

Use Easy Read to present information in an inclusive format that is simple to understand and engage with. All copy has a larger font size, along with simplified wording on buttons, Overview page, confirm submit page and thanks page.

This template provides built-in Easy Read shortcode blocks and question types that combine supportive imagery with text. Buttons and other default template copy use plain language. A set of editable default questions helps you get started quickly, making it easy to create inclusive experiences aligned with Easy Read guidelines.

Some examples of Easy Read surveys include:

• SEND strategy
• Planning surveys
• Consultation surveys
• Autism and ADHD strategy

The template was co-designed with Easy Read specialists.

Key things to know

• In order to keep the Overview page easy to understand, the following items have been removed:
  • Categories and tags - you can still tag your Easy Read activities for use in filtering but they aren’t visible,
  • Team name and job title - you can still add these for your own records, but they aren't visible.
  • Social media sharing buttons.
• No 'Save and return' option.
• No option to switch to a non-linear survey.
• No email confirmation of response submission (as an Easy Read confirmation response is not available).
• Mailing list signup turned off by default.

Easy Read Call to Action page

A Call to Action page is a simple, flexible way to share information with your audience in a clear, inclusive way. Direct people to take an action using the optional call to action box.

This template has a larger font size and provides built-in Easy Read shortcode blocks that combine supportive imagery with text. Default template copy uses plain language.

This activity type doesn’t include question pages, so it’s ideal for non-survey activities or where the action happens somewhere else.

Examples include:

• Page of information with key updates or notices in one clear place.
• Promote participation in something happening offline (such as a public event or drop-in session).
• Share a downloadable Easy Read document or guidance notes.
• Link to an Easy Read consultation or survey hosted in another place.
• If people are to take part via email, you can provide information with a link to a contact email address or team inbox.

The template was co-designed with Easy Read specialists.

Key things to know

• This activity type does not include the option to add question pages nor manual responses.
• In order to keep the page easy to understand, the following items have been removed:
  • Categories and tags - you can still tag the activity for use in filtering but they aren’t visible.
  • Team name and job title - you can still add these for your own records, but they aren't visible.
  • Social media sharing buttons.