In the last article for the 2018 series, Steve Faulkner provides the results of one beer worth of screen reader testing of simple tables.
Tag: screen readers
Screen readers are essential assistive technologies that enable people who are blind or have low vision to access websites, applications, documents, and digital services.
This collection of 24 Accessibility articles explores screen reader accessibility from practical, technical, and strategic perspectives, covering topics such as WCAG, semantic HTML, ARIA, keyboard navigation, accessible content, testing techniques, and real-world user experiences.
Whether you are new to digital accessibility or an experienced accessibility professional, these articles provide actionable guidance for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining digital experiences that work effectively with screen readers.
How to Build a Cloud-Hosted Accessibility Testing Windows Computer using Amazon WorkSpaces
Eric Bailey explains how to build a cloud-hosted Windows computer with Amazon WorkSpaces for accessibility testing. The guide addresses barriers to Windows access, explains why browser testing services may be insufficient, and provides step-by-step instructions for creating a virtual accessibility testing environment.
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A Developer’s Guide to Better Accessibility
Melanie Sumner and Sean Massa explain how developers can build more accessible web applications through semantic HTML, appropriate ARIA, keyboard support, accessible names, automated testing, and screen reader testing, while integrating accessibility into their teams and development communities.
Providing Alternate Content for Screen Reader Users
Sam Joehl explores techniques for providing equivalent content to screen reader users when visual information lacks a direct programmatic alternative. The article covers visible alternatives, ARIA, visually hidden text, and choosing appropriate techniques to create more accessible web experiences.
Thoughts On The Inclusive Web
Allen West shares his experiences as a blind screen reader user, examining inconsistent web accessibility, inaccessible media controls, login barriers, and other challenges. He urges organizations to prioritize accessibility and create a truly inclusive web.