The modern internet is full of movement. Animations, carousels, and interactive controls are common, and they’re...
May 8, 2023
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Inclusive Design Starts with Accessibility
Accessible design and inclusive design are distinct concepts. While the exact definitions of each term may differ...
Apr 6, 2023
Illinois’ New Digital Accessibility Law Benefits Students with Disabilities
On August 1, 2022, an amendment to Illinois House Bill 26 (HB 26) will take effect, improving accessibility for...
Jul 21, 2022
Why Web Accessibility Is The Future of SEO and the Future is Now!
It’s no secret that the best practices of digital accessibility help with search engine optimization (SEO). Just...
Jul 8, 2022
Despite New DOJ Guidance, Many Organizations Haven't Adopted Accessible Web Design
In March 2022, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a statement clarifying the technical requirements of digital...
Jul 7, 2022
Are Your Website's Status Messages Accessible?
Status messages deliver important information to your website’s users, providing them with an idea of what to...
Jun 29, 2022
Web Accessibility Doesn't Have a Deadline
With the rising number of digital accessibility lawsuits, many organizations are adopting initiatives to improve...
Jun 22, 2022
How Accessibility Helps Social Media Engagement
Most major brands have dedicated marketing teams for increasing engagement and building a presence on Facebook,...
Jun 17, 2022
It's About Trust: What an Accessible Web Experience Tells Users and Prospects
Digital accessibility is about providing people with disabilities with equivalent access to your content — and in...
Jun 16, 2022
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Why Justified (or Centered) Text is Bad for Accessibility
Justified text is text that is spaced so that the right and left sides of the paragraph have the same edge. In...
May 9, 2023
All-Caps Headings: Are They Bad for Accessibility?
Web designers have a responsibility to think about users with disabilities when building content. That extends to...
May 1, 2024
Accessibility Tips: Using the DIV and SPAN Elements
Usually, you want use HTML to convey meaning about the structure of your website. However, two HTML elements are...
Oct 21, 2022
How to Fix: "Buttons Do Not Have Accessible Names"
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) require interactive elements to have both a “label" and a “name.”...
May 26, 2022
Does Comic Sans Benefit People with Dyslexia?
Comic Sans is controversial. Since its release in 1994, the playful, Batman-inspired font has been panned as...
May 16, 2023
Dark Mode Can Improve Text Readability — But Not for Everyone
Dark modes and themes are extremely popular and they’re frequently touted as an accessibility solution. While the...
Jul 7, 2021
Web Accessibility Tips: Don't Disable Zooming (Yes, Even On Mobile)
If your users can’t zoom in on your content, you’re probably making a mistake. Zooming (or scaling) is common,...
Oct 14, 2022
Are QR Codes Accessible for People with Disabilities?
QR (Quick Response) codes are a common tool for driving customer engagement. By scanning a square, black-and-white...
May 17, 2023
The Robles v. Domino’s Settlement (And Why It Matters)
One of the most important web accessibility lawsuits has finally reached its conclusion.
Jul 12, 2022
What Are the Four Major Categories of Accessibility?
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are organized by four main principles, which state that content...
Sep 13, 2019
Interactive Maps and Accessibility: 4 Tips
Inclusive design means making all of your content accessible for as many users as possible. That’s still true when...
Sep 8, 2022
