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Accessibility

Quick answer · What is Accessibility?

The practice of making products usable by people with a broad range of abilities and assistive technologies.

IN PRACTICE

Accessibility: an example

A visitor completes a contact form using a keyboard and receives clearly associated error information.

KEEP IN MIND

An automated check can identify some issues but cannot establish that every task is usable.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a practical example of Accessibility?

A visitor completes a contact form using a keyboard and receives clearly associated error information.

Can an automated check establish that every task is accessible?

An automated check can identify some issues but cannot establish that every task is usable.

Which concepts should I read alongside Accessibility?

Alt text: A text alternative that communicates an image's information or function when the image is not perceived.
Website navigation: The controls and links that help people understand a site's organization and move between content or tasks.