Whether you’re a designer, developer, or content creator, you have a responsibility to think about accessibility.
May 11, 2023
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Does WCAG 'Pause, Stop, Hide' Apply to Simple Animations?
Do simple animated graphics violate the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)?
May 10, 2023
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
What to Know About the CSS Prefers-Reduced-Motion Feature
The modern internet is full of movement. Animations, carousels, and interactive controls are common, and they’re...
May 8, 2023
Understanding WCAG Exceptions for Essential Functionality
Many of the success criteria in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) contain exceptions: situations in...
May 5, 2023
5 Quick Tips for Accessible Live Chat
In general, the more communication tools you provide to your users, the better. Live chat features can give people...
May 4, 2023
3 Common Myths About Internet Users With Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects how a person reads, writes, and comprehends language.
May 3, 2023
Accessibility Do’s and Don’ts for Website Navigation
If people can’t navigate your website, they can’t use it — and you miss an opportunity to connect with your...
May 2, 2023
Assistive Technology: What’s an “Alternative Input Device?”
An alternative input device is a type of assistive technology that replaces a mouse or keyboard (or both),...
May 1, 2023
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
