Have you ever used a website and couldn’t click a button, read the text or hear what it says? Such problems occur when websites are not made for everyone.
Some people use screen readers, some cannot see well, and some use only a keyboard to browse. Therefore, WCAG testing is important. It helps websites become easy to use for all people, including those with disabilities.
But sometimes, websites fail the WCAG test. Here are the top 5 mistakes that cause these failures.
Not adding text for images
One big mistake is forgetting to add alt text to images. Alt text is a short description of the image. Screen readers use this to tell blind users what’s in the picture.
If you have a picture of a smiling kid holding a balloon, the alt text could be: “A happy child holding a red balloon.”
Always add simple, clear text that describes the picture. This helps everyone understand the content, even if they cannot see the image.
Bad color choices
Some websites use colors that are hard to read. For example, light gray text on a white background is hard to see. This is called poor color contrast. People with low vision or color blindness may not see the text at all.
Use colors that stand out. Dark text on a light background or light text on a dark background works best. You can also use tools to check if your color contrast is good.
No keyboard navigation requires WCAG test
Many people use only a keyboard to go through a website. But if a website does not work with the Tab key, they get stuck.
Imagine you press Tab to go to the next link, but nothing happens. Or you cannot reach the menu.
Make sure people can use the Tab, Enter, and Arrow keys to move around the site. Test it yourself without a mouse. If you can do it, others can too.
EAA accessibility would be an issue if headings and labels are missing
Web pages need proper headings like H1, H2 and labels for forms. Headings help break the content into parts. Labels tell users what to type into a form box.
A form says “Name” but the screen reader can confuse you when it says “edit box.”
Add labels to all form fields and use headings to organize your content. It helps both screen readers and regular users understand what they are reading or filling in.
Videos without captions
Videos are fun and helpful but they should have captions. Deaf users or people in noisy places need captions to understand what is being said.
Add captions to all your videos. You can also add transcripts. This makes your content useful for more people.
Conclusion
WCAG testing helps make websites fair and friendly for everyone. If your site fails the test, it is often because of small mistakes. But the good news is these mistakes are easy to fix.
Follow the tips shared in this post. When you fix these 5 things, your website will be much better for all users. Plus, it will pass the WCAG test with flying colors. Let ADACP experts check your site for WCAG and EAA accessibility. They are highly experienced and their accessibility reports and remediation can make your website easier for everyone to enjoy.