Extensive
sections, chapters, and nested sub-sections.
Complex tables of contents or
indices
Complex tables
(multiple columns/rows, merged cells, or nested tables)
Interactive forms that
require tagging for accessibility (form fields, labels, etc.).
Volume and type of visual elements (charts, graphs, infographics) which mayrequire detailed alt-text or data tables for screen reader compatibility.
Documents with a high volume of annotations, footnotes, or endnotes which need tagging or linking for accessibility.
Equations needing tagging for screen reader
support.
LaTeX or complex math notations.
Documents in multiple languages requiring language tagging.
Right-to-left languages or special character sets
increase complexity.
Hyperlinks, bookmarks, and internal
document navigation.
Higher interactivity or custom navigation elements add complexity.
Audio, video, or animations require captions, transcripts, or descriptions for accessibility.
If specific standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1 AA, PDF/UA) need to be met, higher compliance levels often increase workload.