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The A11Y Collective Blog

Stay up to date about the ins & outs of Web Accessibility!

A list of blog articles

  • NVDA Keyboard Shortcuts for Different User Needs

    NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) is the free screen reader that’s been helping people who are blind and vision-impaired navigate the web since 2006. Created by NV Access, it’s completely open …

  • Improving Icon Usability and Accessibility: 6 Valuable Tips

    Icons are more than mere visual elements; they are the universal language that bridges users and interfaces across the globe. However, as we celebrate the diversity of our audience, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that these symbols are visually appealing, universally accessible, and usable.

  • Mastering Accessible Modals with ARIA and Keyboard Navigation

    Frustrated by inaccessible modals? Learn how to leverage ARIA & keyboard navigation to build modal dialogs that comply with accessibility guidelines.

  • Make Navigation Accessible with aria-current

    When navigating the web, you’ve no doubt noticed websites that use different colours or highlighted text and bolded information to help you identify where you are on a page.  Now …

  • A Web Developer’s Guide to Buttons vs Links

    Misusing a button or a link element might seem like a harmless oversight, but under the hood, it can quietly derail accessibility, break keyboard navigation, and create confusing experiences for …

  • Expert Guide: Writing HTML for Screen Reader Users

    Improve your website’s accessibility with our comprehensive guide on utilising HTML for screen readers. Learn the best practices and avoid common pitfalls.

  • Essential Visually Hidden CSS Techniques for Web Accessibility

    Building accessible websites means thinking about every user. Purely visual elements on a website cannot be perceived by people who cannot see. In cases like this, you need to provide …

  • HTML Accessibility: Programming with an Inclusive Perspective

    Web accessibility is about building digital spaces that are inclusive and navigable for everyone, regardless of their abilities. It’s like constructing a building with ramps and elevators alongside stairs – it ensures that everyone, regardless of how they move, can access every floor.

  • Implement WCAG Rules in Your Infographics

    Traditional infographics often create significant barriers for users with visual impairments and those who rely on assistive technologies. Yes, they are visually appealing and allow you to show information in …

  • The Hidden Gold of Web Accessibility: Everything About ARIA Labels

    Dive into ARIA labels for web accessibility and enhance your skill set. Unveil their potential, discover best practices, and how to avoid pitfalls.