Accessible interfaces respect every way users perceive and interact with the web. Use these patterns to make keyboard navigation, screen reader support, and motion sensitivity first-class requirements instead of afterthoughts.
Framework-level thinking before you pick a pattern.
Specific, reusable techniques you can drop into production.
Combine motion preferences with safe easing curves and timing to create animations that work for all users.
Create forms with proper labels, error messages, and state announcements for all users.
Use ARIA roles and attributes to provide semantic information to assistive technologies when HTML semantics are insufficient.
Ensure sufficient contrast ratios between text and backgrounds for readability.
Control focus flow for modal dialogs, route changes, and dynamic content insertion.
Constrain keyboard focus within modal dialogs and overlays to prevent focus from escaping to background content.
Support full keyboard interaction for users who can't or don't use pointing devices.
Announce dynamic content updates to screen readers using ARIA live regions without disrupting user flow.
Respect user preferences for reduced animations and motion effects.
Optimize content structure and announcements for screen reader users.
Use correct HTML elements to convey meaning and structure before reaching for ARIA attributes.
Allow keyboard users to bypass repetitive navigation elements and jump to main content.
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