Description
User interface components and navigation must be operable.
Questions & Answers
In web accessibility, which text is part of the visible label?
I’ve built form fields that are part of a sentence — I basically want the user to fill in the blanks. However, that also means there is a lot of text near the form fields. Which text counts as the visible label?
- form fields
- forms
- visible labels
Why do desktop interactive components need a minimum target size?
My web content is for desktop only, not for touchscreen mobile devices. Why do the interactive elements still need to be a minimum target size?
- pointer
- target size
- touch screen
Are Drag and Drop functions allowed by WCAG?
Am I allowed to use drag and drop functions?
- drag and drop
- keyboard
- wcag
Why can’t I autoplay videos with no sound?
We often use background videos (looped, no sound) with something like the headline on it. It's a great eyecatcher and the users like it a lot. The WCAG criterion 2.2.2 says that this should not be allowed – only if the video would stop after...
- autoplay
- prerecorded video
- video only
When should I use the ARIA “application” role?
When should I use the ARIA "application" role? How does it affect web accessibility?
- aria
- aria roles
- custom widgets
Can I hide content while maintaining web accessibility?
How can I hide content while still maintaining web accessibility?
- aria
- CSS
- hidden content
How do I prevent user errors on my website?
How do I prevent user errors on my website?
- errors
- forms
- labels
- user experience
How can I use accessible Keyboard shortcuts?
I want to include keyboard shortcuts for users to move around the page easier. How can I use keyboard shortcuts while still meeting accessibility guidelines?
- keyboard
- screen readers
- shortcuts