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Testing Methods: Text Spacing

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 1d

Testing WCAG 1.4.12 Text Spacing
Why a mix of automation, AI, + manual testing is key to accessible, readable text.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #Accessibility #WCAG #UX #AccessibilityTesting

WCAG 1.4.12 Text Spacing testing ensures content adapts to user-defined text settings for improved readability.

Emails are getting a fresh look thanks to the European Accessibility Act

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 2d

Emails are about to change.
The European Accessibility Act is reshaping how businesses design and send messages. Smart move for inclusion, or big challenge ahead?

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#Accessibility #EuropeanAccessibilityAct #A11y #UX #EmailMarketing #DigitalAccessibility

Digital accessibility and challenges in email marketing

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Creating a truly accessible Flip Card - TPGi — a Vispero company

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 2d

New from James Edwards: how to make a flip card that’s not just flashy, but truly accessible.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #UXDesign #WebAccessibility #Accessibility

There are many existing scripts that implement this effect, but none I've found have good enough accessibility, and not for want of trying.

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 3d

New from Karl Groves: a sharp review of the W3C’s Accessibility Maturity Model.
Does it actually add value, or miss the mark?

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#Accessibility #A11y #DigitalAccessibility #MaturityModel

Reviewing the Logic and Value of the W3C's Accessibility Maturity Model - AFixt

Recently, the Web Accessibility Initiative posted on LinkedIn asking for feedback on their Accessibility Maturity Model. While we will be submitting answers to the specific questions in their post,…

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 3d

Accessibility testing doesn’t have to be hard. Ian Lloyd’s A11y Tools roundup makes it easier to find the right tool for the job.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #WebAccessibility #UX #AccessibilityTesting

a11y tools

A random collection of accessibility-focused tools that you might find at least partially useful

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 3d

In 10 Life Lessons on Accessibility, Christiane Link shares insights that will stick with you. Worth the read & share.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #Accessibility

10 Life Lessons on Accessibility

About accessibility, flawed arguments and assumptions

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 3d

Third-party add-ons can make or break accessibility. Ignore them, and the whole experience suffers.

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#DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #A11y #Accessibility #UX #InclusiveTech

Digital Accessibility and Mufflers - Dennis Deacon

A loud muffler and an inaccessible chatbot share one truth: you chose it, you own it. Accessibility is your responsibility, even with third-party tools.

How Blind People Navigate the World, On and Offline

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Laura Wissiak @laura-a11y.bsky.social · 4d

From zoom magnifiers and screen reader output to white canes and guide dog training.

This episode breaks down the essential tools blind users depend on, and shows how to test them effectively; open.substack.com/pub/a11ynews...

#A11yNews #Accessibility #UX #Dev #InclusiveDesign #Podcast

Listen now to A11y Yap #5 | Ever wondered how blind people browse the web and move through the world? Dive into our A11y  Yap episode on online & offline navigation: screen readers, zoom, white canes,...

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 4d

I just registered for #WPA11yDay, a free, virtual 24-hour conference on WordPress accessibility taking place October 15-16, and you should too! Get your free ticket at 2025.wpaccessibility.day. #WPAD2025 #WordPress #a11y #WPA11y

WordPress Accessibility Day 2025 - WordPress Accessibility Day 2025

WordPress Accessibility Day is a free 24-hour global event dedicated to addressing website accessibility in WordPress. October 15-16, 2025.

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Learn how to create accessible social media posts.

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WP Accessibility Day @wpaccessibility.day · 4d

Register today and save your spot! 2025.wpaccessibility.day/attendee-reg... #WPAD2025 #WPA11yDay #WordPress #Accessibility #a11y

10 days to go. Register for WPAD 2025 now.

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 4d

Want your posts to reach everyone? Rice University’s Accessible Social Media Guide breaks it down with practical tips.

access.rice.edu/social-media

#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #SocialMedia #SocialMediaStrategy #UX

Social Media

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Here it is, friends, the moment you’ve all been waiting for. We're BACK! Mark your calendars, and get ready to join us on October 16th and 17th, 2025.

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Billy Gregory @billygregory.bsky.social · 4d

It’s #a11yTOConf venue walkthrough day! Conf is less than two weeks away! Hope to see some of you in Toronto?

conf.a11yto.com has all the info.

#a11yTO Conf

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 4d

Many WordPress cookie banners promise #a11y but fail users.
Amber Hinds breaks down the lies & what site owners need to know.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #WordPress #InclusiveDesign #UX #WebAccessibility #AccessibilityMatters

WordPress Cookie Banner Accessibility Lies - Equalize Digital

Your WordPress cookie banner may not be legally compliant: Usercentrics, Complianz, CookieYes, CookieAdmin, GDPR Cookie Compliance, Real Cookie Banner...

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E-Commerce Accessibility Best Practices

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 5d

Accessibility = better UX & business. Melissa Morse shares how to make online stores inclusive for all users.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #UXDesign #eCommerce #WebAccessibility #Accessibility

Optimize your e-commerce site for accessibility to deliver seamless, ADA- and EAA-compliant experiences.

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What using a screen reader taught me about real web accessibility - LogRocket Blog

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 5d

What’s real web accessibility like? Sebastian Weber shares his firsthand screen reader experience, lessons every designer & developer should know.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #UX #ScreenReader #WebAccessibility

Read one developer's detailed account of using a screen reader to learn more about a11y and build more accessible websites.

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 6d

From Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP: what online retailers must know about website accessibility in the US & EU.

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#DigitalAccessibility #eCommerce #LegalCompliance #A11y #WebAccessibility

Website accessibility requirements in the US and EU

New EU Accessibility Act With effect from 28 June 2025, the EU Accessibility Act (EAA) imposes significant requirements around website accessibility for consumers. Retailers must comply with three…

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A11y 101: 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context)

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 6d

New from Nat Tarnoff: A11y 101 dives into WCAG 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context); why clear links = accessible links.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #UX #WebAccessibility #Accessibility

Links are what make the internet the world wide web. The original idea was that the internet is a set of digital documents. The link allows you to move between them. To make them as effective as th…

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 7d

New from Karl Groves: a quick, practical primer on making pagination accessible.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #UXDesign #InclusiveDesign #WebAccessibility #Accessibility

A Quick Primer on Accessible Pagination - AFixt

Pagination is a common feature across many websites, from news archives and product listings to blogs and search results. Despite its simplicity on the surface, pagination is one of those UI patterns…

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ARIA and Real World Dangers - Dennis Deacon

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 7d

The misuse of ARIA can hurt more than help. Know when (and when not) to use it.

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#WebAccessibility #ARIA #A11y #DigitalAccessibility

Learn ARIA deeply before deploying it broadly. HTML should always be the first tool of choice. Use ARIA only when necessary, and only with precision. Done right, ARIA enhances accessibility. Done…

Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) What it is, Why you need it, and How it works — Knowbility

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 8d

What’s an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR), and why should you care?
Knowbility explains what it is, why you need it & how it works.

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#DigitalAccessibility #A11y #Compliance #Accessibility #VPAT #ACR

Be a Digital Ally, September 2025: Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) What it is, Why you need it, and How it works

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 8d

Oh no!!! Apologies for that. I will address that asap.

Testing Methods: Non-text Contrast

deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 8d

In my latest post, I explore how to test WCAG 1.4.11 Non-text Contrast using automation, AI & manual methods, and why a hybrid approach wins.

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#Accessibility #A11y #WCAG #DigitalAccessibility #WebAccessibility

Testing WCAG 1.4.11 ensures UI components and informative graphics have at least a 3:1 contrast ratio against adjacent colors.

I’ve worked on so many projects recently that were more complicated than they needed to be because they used JavaScript to generate HTML. JavaScript is… Slower to load Slower to run More prone to…

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deconspray @deconspray.bsky.social · 9d

Chris Ferdinandi shares a smart reminder that simple, semantic code = better, more accessible web.

gomakethings.com/just-use-html/

#Accessibility #A11y #WebDevelopment #UX #HTML #JS

Just use HTML

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