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Non-Techie Tips for Inclusive and Accessible Virtual Holiday Parties

Throwing a virtual holiday party that everyone can participate in isn't about not getting sued. Like the party...
Dec 15, 2020

Google's New Look to Speak App Lets You Communicate through Eye-Gaze Tracking

This week, Google announced Look to Speak, a free Android app that uses your phone's front-facing camera to have...
Dec 11, 2020

What Is a Skip Link and How Does It Work?

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) require a way for users to "bypass blocks" of repeated content....
Dec 8, 2020

Is Web Accessibility Only for People Who Are Blind?

Web accessibility requires an appropriate mindset, and some misconceptions can prevent businesses from making...
Dec 8, 2020

Nurture B2B Relationships with Accessible Content

Most of the accessibility guidance out there focuses on teaching you how to be more mindful of how the public...
Dec 1, 2020

Get Your Braille and Large Print Letters from Santa: 2020

For children, a letter from Santa Claus can add to the magic of the holiday season. Many countries set up special...
Nov 27, 2020

What Is an Example of Accessibility?

Sometimes, we're asked, "What is an example of accessibility?" An example of accessibility would be any content or...
Nov 24, 2020

Why Can't Tables Be Used for Website Layout?

Tables can be an incredibly useful tool in the content creator's toolbox, allowing for the organization of...
Nov 23, 2020

How Smart Home Tech Is Making Tasks Easier, Improving Accessibility

As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to grow, smart devices keep getting smarter. Consumers can now find...
Nov 17, 2020

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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

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

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

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

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

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

What's The Difference Between WCAG Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA?

In order to embrace web accessibility as a priority, you need to set goals and track your progress. The Web...
Dec 17, 2021

How to Fix Google Lighthouse's 'Sufficient Contrast Ratio' Error

Google Lighthouse is a free tool for auditing website performance, search engine optimization (SEO), and web...
Apr 25, 2023

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

5 Quick Ways to Self-check the Accessibility of a Website

Ensuring your website is accessible is imperative for business, legal, and practical reasons, but it can be hard...
Apr 3, 2019

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

How to Check WCAG Compliance: A Quick Guide

What’s the best way to test your website for digital accessibility compliance? The simple answer: Test your...
Dec 8, 2022

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