Maryland Digital Service Impact Report
See how our commitment to accessible, human-centered design is transforming the digital experience for every Marylander.
Learn about the Digital Standards
The Maryland digital standards define best practices for creating and managing a State of Maryland website. Explore articles and how-to guides to fully optimize state websites and meet best practices for content, design, accessibility, and usability.
-
Accessibility
Learn how to make accessible webpages, electronic documents, and images. -
Content Evaluation
Find out what a content evaluation is, why it matters, and how to review website content and electronic documents to improve usability and accessibility. -
Standards for Forms
Learn how to make well-designed and accessible forms. -
Website links
Learn how to create and maintain website links that are accurate, useful, and relevant. -
Website Snapshots
Before making major changes to your website, request an archival website snapshot from the Maryland State Archives.
Use the Maryland Web Design System (MDWDS)
MDWDS provides the building blocks for everything from buttons and links to complex components like our header and footer, along with helpful instructions on how to use them.
Learn how to use the Maryland Drupal CMS
Make your site uniquely yours – combine page templates and page components in flexible ways to create a site that reflects your agency’s mission and values.
-
Basics
Master the essentials of the Drupal CMS. Explore step-by-step guides on editing pages, managing media, navigation, and more. -
Page Types
Page types are flexible templates to showcase your site’s content. Use these templates to create a consistent experience and simplify how you build the page. -
Page Components
Page components are building blocks that can be added to a page, each with a unique design and features.
Get support
Ask questions about the Maryland Drupal CMS, Maryland Web Design System (MDWDS), accessibility, plain language, and more.