IntroductionSection titled Introduction
Accessibility, in the context of web design, refers to making websites usable by people with disabilities.
The Importance of AccessibilitySection titled The Importance of Accessibility
One in four people in America has a disability. Ignoring accessibility means potentially alienating a large subset of customers who may not be able to use your website effectively.
Benefits of AccessibilitySection titled Benefits of Accessibility
Accessible websites often enhance the overall user experience. Mandating things like useful contrast ratios and a clear hierarchy of content does not just benefit users with disabilities but improves usability for everyone.
What Is WCAG?Section titled What Is WCAG?
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) is a set of recommendations for making web content more accessible. It was first published in 1999 by the Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
Overview of WCAG FeaturesSection titled Overview of WCAG Features
WCAG guidelines include various criteria, grouped under four principles:
- Perceivable: Information and UI components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
- Operable: UI components and navigation must be operable.
- Understandable: Information and the operation of the UI must be understandable.
- Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.
ConclusionSection titled Conclusion
Accessibility is legally mandated and morally imperative. It broadens your customer base and enhances user experience. Being WCAG-compliant is not just about ticking off a checklist; it’s about making the web a more inclusive space for everyone.