Use this template to evaluate a web application's accessibility for users with disabilities. It aligns with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and focuses on its core principles.
Familiarise yourself with WCAG: Review the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) relevant to your target conformance level (e.g., WCAG 2.1 AA)
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1
Resources to help you understand the specific criteria.
Gather Testing Tools: Download and install browser extensions or software that can aid in accessibility testing. Some popular options include:
Colour contrast checkers: These tools help you verify sufficient contrast between text and background colours
Screen reader extensions: Simulate the experience of using a screen reader to navigate the webpage
Keyboard accessibility checkers: These tools identify potential issues with keyboard navigation
Get keyboard accessibility checker extension for your browser
WCAG Conformance Level: Indicate the target WCAG conformance level for this review, e.g., WCAG 2.1 AA
Testing Tools: List any assistive technologies or browser extensions used for testing
Navigation (Keyboard & Screen Reader)
Criteria | Pass | Fail | Notes (Provide specific details about encountered issues) |
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Can all functionalities and content be navigated using only the keyboard (Tab, Shift+Tab, Arrow keys)? | |||
Does focus clearly indicate the interactive element in use (clear visual indication)? | |||
Are there skip links to jump to main sections of content (e.g., "Skip to Main Content")? | |||
Can users navigate using a screen reader without encountering errors or confusing announcements? |