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Tips, references, and tutorials for making websites accessible
32 articles
What is Web Accessibility?
WCAG - a short explanation
WCAG 2.2 UpdateLearn about the 9 new criteria released Oct. 2023
Why positive tabindex can be problematic
Embedded content - am I responsible for the accessibility issues reported?
Using Hidden Content in an Accessible WayKnow how and when to use hidden content to make sure accessibility remains a priority
How to Check your Website for Accessibility
Using Headings in webpage content
Ensure proper Color contrastMaintaining a high color contrast ratio is an important step to making a website accessible
Providing titles for iframes and frames
Making your links "readable" for screen readersLinks must have discernible text / Links need to be "readable" for screen readers
Accessible Tables
Focus - Best Practices
Intro to Alternative Text (Alt Text)Making images accessible 101
Quality alt text used for linked imagesAlt text for linked images should relay the link's destination, with exceptions
Image Types and Alternative TextThis article discusses the different types of images you might use on your webpages, and how and when to craft clear alternative text.
Captions versus SubtitlesProviding a text alternative for media on websites
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Tracking Pixel Code - Accessibility IssueTracking pixels like Facebook's and Google's should be implemented with care.
404 Pages: Using Correct Link TypesUsing correct link types on your 404 page will ensure your site is accessible and SEO-friendly!
Allow zooming and scaling on webpages
Ensure focus is visibleMake sure focus is visible for your keyboard users.
ID attribute value must be uniqueNo more than one element with the same id in an HTML document.
Using Aria Landmarks
ARIA hidden element must not contain focusable elementsKeeping focus for keyboard users when using ARIA hidden.
Certain ARIA roles must contain particular children
Resolving ARIA roles - Parent and Children IssuesHiding Semantics with role=presentation
YouTube Embeds Causing Flag for "Elements must only use permitted ARIA attributes."An explanation of the flag on embedded YouTube videos; "Elements must only use permitted ARIA attributes".