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Justified text is text that is spaced so that the right and left sides of the paragraph have the same edge. In...
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The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) require interactive elements to have both a “label" and a “name.”...
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The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are organized by four main principles, which state that content...
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Usually, you want use HTML to convey meaning about the structure of your website. However, two HTML elements are...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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5 Quick Ways to Self-check the Accessibility of a Website
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