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Website-Accessibility-Checklist

General Website Accessibility

Ensure all text on the website is easily readable with a minimum font size of 16px.

Provide alternatives for non-text content such as images, videos, and audio.

Use descriptive alt text for images and videos to provide context for users with visual impairments.

Ensure all interactive elements are easily navigable using keyboard shortcuts.

Ensure all links have clear and descriptive anchor text

Use headings and subheadings to organize content and improve readability

Ensure all forms have proper labels and instructions for screen reader users

Avoid using flashing or blinking content that could trigger seizures

Test the website with screen readers, keyboard-only navigation, and other assistive technologies to ensure accessibility for all users

Color Contrast and Visibility

Check color contrast ratio to ensure text is easily readable against the background.

Avoid using color as the only way to convey information or distinguish elements.

Provide alternative text cues for users who may have difficulty perceiving color.

Ensure text is not overlaid on images or backgrounds that make it difficult to read

Use a color picker tool to ensure colors used on the website meet accessibility standards

Test the website with different color vision deficiencies to ensure all users can easily distinguish between elements

Avoid using color combinations that may cause eye strain or discomfort for users with visual impairments

Provide options for users to customize the color scheme or adjust text size for better readability

Keyboard Navigation

Ensure all interactive elements are accessible using keyboard shortcuts.

Test website navigation using only the keyboard to ensure all functionality is available.

Provide skip navigation links to allow users to jump to main content areas easily.

Ensure that keyboard focus is visible and clear on all interactive elements

Check that all drop-down menus and modal windows can be navigated using the keyboard

Test the website using a screen reader with keyboard navigation only to ensure all content is accessible

Forms and Input Fields

Ensure all form fields have clear labels and instructions.

Provide error messages and suggestions for correcting mistakes in form submissions.

Use proper validation to prevent errors before form submission.

Make sure all form fields are easily accessible and navigable using a keyboard

Use ARIA attributes to improve accessibility for screen readers on form fields

Ensure that users can easily identify required fields in the form

Test the form with assistive technologies such as screen readers to ensure full accessibility

Audio and Video Content

Provide captions and transcripts for all audio and video content.

Ensure all multimedia content is accessible to users with visual or hearing impairments.

Provide controls for users to pause, play, and adjust volume for audio and video content.

Use descriptive alt text for images in audio and video content

Ensure that audio and video players are compatible with screen readers

Provide audio descriptions for visual content in videos

Implement video player controls that are accessible via keyboard shortcuts

Use high contrast subtitles for video content to improve visibility for users with low vision

Mobile Accessibility

Ensure website is responsive and accessible on mobile devices.

Test website navigation and functionality on mobile devices to ensure usability.

Use mobile-friendly design elements such as larger touch targets and simplified layouts.

Ensure text is legible and easily readable on smaller screens

Use responsive images and media to ensure proper scaling on mobile devices

Test website loading speed on mobile devices to ensure optimal performance

Implement touch gestures for navigation and interaction on mobile devices

Provide alternative text for images and multimedia content for mobile screen readers

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