Accessible scientific figure description ======================================== StatMedAnalysis | Original downloadable worksheet | 6 November 2026 Describe the scientific information in a figure for readers who cannot see it. How to use this worksheet State the figure purpose, axes, groups and main pattern in plain language. Include essential quantitative context and uncertainty without repeating every data point. Explain symbols or color encodings in text, and ensure the caption and alternative text agree. Check the description against the actual rendered figure. Save a working copy and keep the original blank version. Use public, hypothetical or aggregate information only; do not enter patient identifiers, credentials or confidential records. Keep source evidence in your approved project workspace. Mark unresolved text fields UNKNOWN or NOT REPORTED with a reason; never substitute zero for an unknown count. Project/version __________________ Prepared by role/date __________________ Working fields 1. Figure purpose and intended takeaway Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 2. Axes, units and scale Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 3. Groups and symbol meanings Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 4. Main pattern with quantitative context Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 5. Uncertainty and exceptions Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 6. Alternative-text draft Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 7. Caption/data-table relationship Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 8. Reader check and revision Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Hypothetical worked case A fictional scatterplot shows a positive association with one high-leverage point. Describing only an upward trend omits an important qualification; the text should mention the influential observation and avoid causal language. Decision rule and limitations Use a description that conveys the evidence rather than merely naming the chart type. Do not rely on color words alone or add conclusions unsupported by the plotted data. Decision _______________________ Remaining uncertainty ____________________ Next action ____________________ Owner / review date ______________________ Independent check and discrepancy resolution _______________________________ Official method or reporting reference checked 6 November 2026 https://www.w3.org/WAI/tutorials/ This is an original planning aid, not an official checklist, validated instrument, clinical recommendation or certificate of expert approval. Apply the referenced guidance to the specific design and record any additional requirements.