I Threw Away my Mouse
In today’s article, Manuel Matuzovic shares how he ditched his mouse, going keyboard-only. He shares the results of his research on 200 different pages and the issues that impact keyboard-only users.
Tag: Keyboard Accessibility
Explore articles about keyboard accessibility, including keyboard navigation, focus management, focus indicators, tab order, and WCAG compliance. Learn how to create websites and applications that are fully operable without a mouse, improving usability and accessibility for everyone.
Not Your Father’s Navigation Strategy: There’s More Than Just the TAB Key
Rachel Olivero explains how blind screen reader users efficiently navigate websites and web applications without relying solely on the Tab key. The article explores page summaries, element lists, headings, landmarks, quick navigation keys, and semantic HTML, offering valuable insight for accessibility testers and developers.
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Disability is a Spectrum, Not a Binary
Steve Barnett and Nicola du Toit explore disability as a spectrum rather than a binary, showing how abilities and environmental barriers interact. They explain how inclusive design practices, including plain language, keyboard accessibility, and color contrast, can make digital experiences better for everyone.
Writing Automated Tests for Accessibility
Marcy Sutton explains how automated accessibility testing can strengthen development workflows, prevent regressions, and free teams for complex testing. She explores unit and integration tests, keyboard interactions, axe-core, and why automation must complement manual and user testing.