WCAG Explorer (beta)

Success criterion 2.1.1 Keyboard

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: KEYBOARD

All functionality must be operable using a keyboard alone, unless the task requires freehand input (e.g. drawing).

Success criterion 2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: KEYBOARD

It must always be possible to move focus into and out of any component using a keyboard alone (e.g. [tab], [shift]+[tab], [enter], [esc]), without getting stuck.

Success criterion 2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts [2.1 and 2.2]

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: KEYBOARD

Keyboard shortcuts should use modifier keys like [ctrl], [cmd], or [alt/option]. If single-key shortcuts are used (e.g. 'S' for save), it must be possible to:

• turn them off,
• remap them with a modifier key, or
• restrict them to when the relevant element is focused

Success criterion 2.2.1 Timing Adjustable

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: FORMS SENSORY

Time limits must be avoided unless essential for the task (e.g. exams, auctions). If time limits are used, it must be possible to:

• turn them off,
• adjust them to at least 10× the default, or
• extend them by at least 10×.

Success criterion 2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: SENSORY

If content moves, scrolls, blinks, or updates automatically for more than 5 seconds, it must be possible to:

• pause it,
• stop it, or
• hide it

Success criterion 2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: SENSORY

Content must not flash, blink, or flicker more than three times per second, unless it stays within safety limits designed to avoid visual overload and reduce the risk of seizures.

Success criterion 2.4.1 Bypass Blocks

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: KEYBOARD

It must be possible to skip repeated blocks of content (e.g. navigation, header) and jump directly to the main part of the page.

Success criterion 2.4.2 Page Titled

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: CODE AND LABELS WHOLE SITE WORDING

Each page must have a unique and descriptive <title> that reflects its topic or purpose.

Success criterion 2.4.3 Focus Order

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: KEYBOARD

Focus must follow a logical and meaningful order that preserves relationships and matches how the page is naturally read, regardless of layout or language direction.

Success criterion 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context)

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: CODE AND LABELS WORDING

The purpose of each link must be clear from:

• the link text itself, or
• the surrounding context.

Success criterion 2.5.1 Pointer Gestures [2.1 and 2.2]

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: GESTURES

Actions that rely on gestures (like swiping or pinching) must also be possible using a single tap, click, or button.

Success criterion 2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation [2.1 and 2.2]

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: GESTURES

Actions must not trigger on press or touch down. They must only trigger on release (like mouse-up or finger lift).

Success criterion 2.5.3 Label in Name [2.1 and 2.2]

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: CODE AND LABELS FORMS

The visible text of a button, link, or form field must also be part of its accessible (programmatic) name.

Success criterion 2.5.4 Motion Actuation [2.1 and 2.2]

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: GESTURES

If an action can be triggered by motion (like shaking or tilting the device), it must also:

• work without motion, and
• be possible to turn off motion-based input