Principle 2 - Operable

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Description

User interface components and navigation must be operable.

Questions & Answers

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

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