Accessibility: Designing for Everyone
Accessibility First
What accessibility means
Web accessibility means designing and coding so people with disabilities can use the site effectively, including with screen readers, keyboard navigation, and high-contrast settings.
Key accessibility ideas
Accessibility helps everyone
Accessible design improves the experience for all users, not just people with disabilities.
Common accessibility checks
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Can you use the site with a keyboard? | Some users cannot use a mouse |
| Is text readable? | Low contrast makes reading difficult |
| Do images have meaningful alt text? | Screen reader users need the information |
| Are forms labeled? | Users need to understand what to enter |
Which is a good accessibility practice?
Alt text helps users who cannot see the image.
Correct answer: Providing alt text for meaningful images
Name one way to make a website keyboard accessible.
Keyboard access is essential for many users.
Correct answer: Make sure users can reach and activate controls using the keyboard.
Why is strong color contrast important?
High contrast helps people read text more easily.
Correct answer: It improves readability