accessibility

A11y 101: How to Test Manually

Manual accessibility testing requires multiple tools: a computing device, screen readers (like NVDA), Chrome browser, spreadsheets for logging issues, and contrast checkers. Start with a site scope and objective, then test with mouse and keyboard navigation, followed by screen reader checks and color contrast analysis. Finally, assess writing clarity based on target audiences. Document findings and prioritize key issues for client follow-up, emphasizing continued support and training for ongoing improvement.

https://tarnoff.info/2025/05/15/a11y-101-how-to-test-manually/

WCAG in Plain English

AAArdvark provides an accessible guide to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), summarizing key principles and criteria without replacing official documents. It covers essential accessibility features, auditing, visual tools, and supports various user needs across multiple levels (A, AA, AAA). For more details, visit their resources and sections focusing on organizations, agencies, and freelancers.

https://aaardvarkaccessibility.com/wcag-plain-english/

Are ‘CSS Carousels’ Accessible?

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CSS Carousels: Accessibility Analysis
CSS Carousels are experimental, currently lack proper browser support, and present significant accessibility concerns. They utilize new CSS features to implement scrolling UI patterns without JavaScript; however, their interaction as pseudo-elements raises questions about roles, names, and semantics necessary for assistive technologies. The analysis examines how these carousels are represented in the accessibility tree and emphasizes the need for semantic HTML and ARIA compliance to ensure proper user experience, especially for screen reader users. The inherent risk lies in misrepresenting non-tab UI components as tab widgets, affecting usability for all users.

https://www.sarasoueidan.com/blog/css-carousels-accessibility/

WCAG 3.0’s Proposed Scoring Model: a Shift In Accessibility Evaluation — Smashing Magazine

WCAG 3.0 proposes a new scoring model for accessibility, moving from a binary pass/fail system to an outcome-based approach focusing on usability. It aims to reflect real user experiences more accurately and includes a flexible scoring system that emphasizes the quality of accessibility rather than mere compliance. While still developing, it aims to provide broader coverage, promoting continuous improvements in accessibility across diverse technologies. Key shifts include a new structure based on guidelines, outcomes, and methods, and an emphasis on critical errors that can negatively impact overall scores. Potential downsides include subjective scoring and legal alignment challenges, leading to a need for clarity and proactive engagement with accessibility standards.

https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2025/05/wcag-3-proposed-scoring-model-shift-accessibility-evaluation/

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