Automated tools like Axe can catch about 83% of accessibility issues, and with color contrast making up roughly 30% of total errors, it’s a major factor to get right. Using Chrome’s inspector (Command + Shift + C) lets you hover over elements and view contrast info, but success depends on how the site is coded. Some areas show the necessary details – others don’t.
This section focuses on checking whether users can clearly tell what is and isn’t clickable on a website. Links and buttons need to be visually distinct, properly coded, and offer clear feedback, especially for users navigating with a keyboard, screen reader, or mobile device. It’s not just about appearance; it’s about functionality and accessibility.
This Quick Audit video demonstrates how to check for autoplay, continuous animations, and content that may cause visual disorientation, using real-world examples from Wix and Shopify websites.
This video walks through practical strategies to improve the accuracy of auto-generated captions – saving time, cutting costs, and creating a better experience for all viewers.
Wondering whether to use :focus or :focus-visible in your CSS? In this quick video, I break down the difference, show you how each behaves for keyboard and mouse users, and explain why using :focus can make your site more accessible for everyone.
We cover how to create an audit checklist using the Audit Checklist Builder tool on EasyA11yGuide.com. The checklist builder covers different types of checklists: With the builder, you can also select to include best practices or just the WCAG criteria. And you can select your level, WCAG 2.0, WCAG 2.1,
Are you tired of feeling like your social media posts are falling flat? Despite your best efforts, are your engagement rates plummeting and your reach dwindling? You’re not alone! Many social media managers and marketers are struggling to get their content seen, and it may come down to one surprising culprit: text formatting on schedulers.
In this post, we’ll dive into the world of social media scheduling and explore how the way you format your text might be killing your social reach. From character limits to formatting faux pas, we’ll uncover the secrets to maximizing your online presence and getting your content seen by the right people.
Alt text is one of the simplest ways to make your website more accessible—but knowing what to write (or when to skip it) can be tricky. Here’s a practical guide to help you test your alt text and write it with intention.
Is your website at risk for lawsuits? Is it at risk for loss of business due to being unusable? These are questions that I get all the time. And while I can’t give you a personal answer in this video, I can give you a general scorecard which should help to give you an idea of how at risk you are.
What is the difference between ADA compliance and WCAG conformance? This is a question that I get asked a lot. People don’t understand which one they’re supposed to be using. When it comes to compliance with a law, an entire organization must comply with an entire law. What does that mean? Let’s break it down.
Are you tired of sending email campaigns that get ignored, deleted, or worst, tossed in the spam folder? Here are five really common email marketing mistakes that just about everyone is making.
Agency Accessibility Guidebook to help organizations move beyond random accessibility efforts and implement a structured approach to improvement.
How to develop an accessibility program for your web agency, including driving revenue, reducing legal risk, increasing conversions, and engagement.
Web accessibility is essential for web agencies. This guide covers the basics of accessibility, WCAG, VPATs, and how to add web accessibility to your agency.
The Lightning Audit is a super fast look at a site’s accessibility. It’s how I can determine in about 1 minute whether a site has a little work or a lot of work.
A lot of people like automated audits because they are so fast, but they can miss a lot of things. How can be balance a fast audit with a truthful one? We use the Lightning Audit which can be done in as little as one minute. Here’s how the Maryland
Have you ever wondered about the correct and wrong uses of the aria-hidden attribute? In this video, I focus on when to apply it to decorative elements versus keeping essential content accessible to screen readers. Transcript I’m Gen Herres, and in this video, we’re going to talk about aria hidden.
As more and more apps are connecting to each other, it becomes more and more important to make sure that your API keys are easy for everyone to access & use. CodePen for the HTML is available. Transcript Gen Welcome back to the Easy A11y Guide channel. I’m Gen Herres,
When purchasing or renewing tools or services, it’s important to check for accessibility. Many tools out there have unsupported claims or a lack of commitment to accessibility.
Most people learn how to test websites for keyboard navigation, then once they are comfortable with that, they move on to screen readers. Unfortunately, then they make this really common mistake and get frustrated.
A really common mistake that developers make is hiding content the wrong way. I’ve seen this in countless implementations of accordions, tabs, and other hidden content. Transcript Gen Hi, and welcome back to the Easy A11y Guide channel. In this video, I’m going to show you the wrong way and
The titles and headings on web pages should be checked for accessibility. The order of headings and structure of a web page can assist users with navigating content in a logical way.
Navigating the WordPress Admin Dashboard with a keyboard is challenging, especially when using a screen reader. A new plugin joins the list of WordPress tools to make navigating the dashboard faster. And this time, it actually works with screen readers.
In September 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) introduced new rules aimed at improving accessibility for video conferencing tools, a crucial part of today’s digital ecosystem. These updated guidelines highlight the importance of creating inclusive platforms that enable people with disabilities to fully participate in video conferencing. For web agencies, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity – an obligation to meet accessibility standards and a chance to differentiate your services by making the web more inclusive.