Design for Everyone: Web Accessibility

Why Accessibility Matters

Web accessibility isn't just a legal requirement—it's a moral obligation. Over 15% of the global population lives with some form of disability, and accessible design ensures everyone can participate equally in the digital world.

The Four Pilar Principles

Perceivable

Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.

Operable

User interface components and navigation must be operable.

Understandable

Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.

Robust

Content must be robust enough to work reliably with current and future user tools.

Implementation Techniques

Let's see how we implement accessibility in practice with real-world examples:


                <button aria-label="Close" 
                aria-pressed="true">
                    <svg class="w-6 h-6"
                        focus:outline-none>
                        <path d="M6...">
                    </svg>
                </button>

Accessibility Patterns

Keyboard Navigation: Ensure full functionality using arrow keys and Enter
Screen Reader Support: Proper ARIA labels and semantic HTML
Color Contrast: Minimum 4.5:1 ratio for text and background
Focus Indicators: Clear visible indicators for all interactive elements
Alternative Text: Descriptive text for all non-decorative images elements

Tools & Resources

Accessibility Checker

Our automated testing tool scans for WCAG 2.1 compliance and provides actionable suggestions.

Contrast Simulator

Visual tool that helps designers test color combinations and simulate various visual impairments.