Web Performance & Accessibility

Dense wording, small text, low contrast, and unexplained jargon can make a site difficult to use even when it passes basic technical checks. Checks to make Review key pages at normal and enlarged text sizes, check contrast and line length, replace unnecessary jargon, and test with representative readers. Keep headings descriptive and link text specific...

A visual spinner alone does not tell assistive technology users whether content is loading, complete, or stalled. Checks to make Expose status changes with appropriate live announcements, keep focus stable, provide meaningful progress where measurable, and show recovery actions after timeout. Test repeated updates with screen readers so announcements...

Search can be difficult for keyboard users when suggestions steal focus or results are not announced. Checks to make Test focus order, autocomplete behavior, arrow and Escape keys, form labels, and screen reader announcements. Ensure users can submit without selecting a suggestion and can reach results with clear headings and links. When to get help...

Expandable panels need clear control labels and state announcements so users know when content is available. Checks to make Use a button with an accessible name and expanded state, connect it to the controlled content, and preserve keyboard operation. Test multiple panels, focus order, and screen reader announcements when sections open and close. When...

Inconsistent navigation can make it difficult for users to predict where links and controls appear. Checks to make Compare page templates, heading hierarchy, menu labels, focus order, and responsive behavior. Keep common navigation in a consistent order, identify the current page, and test keyboard and screen reader interaction across representative...

Dynamic status changes may be visible on screen but remain unannounced to users of screen readers. Checks to make Identify asynchronous updates such as save results and validation status, expose them with appropriate semantic live regions, and avoid moving focus unexpectedly. Test announcements for timing, repetition, and clarity with assistive...

Users may only discover password rules after a failed submission, creating frustration and inaccessible correction flows. Checks to make Present requirements before entry, associate them with the password field, explain errors in plain language, and avoid relying on color alone. Test keyboard and screen reader behavior and make confirmation fields...

Keyboard focus may disappear against images, gradients, or theme colors even when a CSS outline exists. Checks to make Test keyboard navigation across page templates, overlays, and responsive states. Check contrast and clipping of focus indicators, avoid removing outlines without replacement, and verify visible focus for links, buttons, and form...