Web accessibility isn’t a burden; it’s a series of principles that opens up a website to a considerably larger...
Sep 9, 2021
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What Is Redundant Entry, and How Does It Affect Accessibility?
Redundant entry occurs when a website requires users to enter the same information more than once. At best,...
Sep 8, 2021
5 Steps for Writing Alt Text for Accessibility
Images are a key element of web design, but they can create barriers for users with vision impairments and other...
Sep 7, 2021
Perform a Page Title Audit to Improve Mobile & Website Accessibility
A web page’s title tags define what the page is about — on this page, the title tag is “Perform a Page Title Audit...
Sep 6, 2021
Does An Accessibility Statement Protect Against Litigation?
The Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) recommends posting an accessibility statement for websites, mobile...
Sep 3, 2021
WCAG 2.2 Introduces New Requirements for Hidden Controls
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Working Draft contains several new success criteria to help...
Sep 2, 2021
Can You Check Web Accessibility By Downloading a Screen Reader?
Screen readers are software tools that convert onscreen text to audio or braille output. They’re commonly used by...
Sep 1, 2021
Understanding Target Size Under WCAG 2.2 and How It Affects People with Disabilities
On May 11, 2021, Web Accessibility Initiative introduced a new working draft of the Web Content Accessibility...
Aug 31, 2021
Make Sure Your Website’s Help Resources Are Available And Accessible
Even on a well-designed website, people occasionally need help. Businesses have a responsibility to make their...
Aug 30, 2021
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The iOS "Increase Contrast" Feature and Accessibility: What to Know
Apple’s iOS offers a number of accessibility features that enable users to tailor their mobile experiences. One of...
Sep 26, 2022
Text Spacing and Accessibility: Tips for Web Designers
As a web designer, part of your job is making written text look good. That’s not always easy — in addition to...
Jan 13, 2023
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
