The 2024 WebAIM Million report highlights ongoing web accessibility challenges. Analyzing one million home pages, it found an average of 56.8 accessibility errors per page, a 13.6% increase from the previous year. Common issues include low contrast text, missing alternative text for images, and improper form labeling. The report underscores a slight improvement in WCAG 2 A/AA conformance but notes significant room for enhancement. To improve website accessibility, consider enhancing text contrast, providing descriptive alternative text for images, and ensuring proper form labeling and navigation structure.
For those looking to make their website more accessible, here are a few simple tips:
- Ensure Text Contrast: Check that text stands out against its background to aid those with visual impairments.
- Use Alt Text for Images: Provide descriptive alternative text for images to convey meaning to screen reader users.
- Create Accessible Forms: Label form elements clearly so users understand what is required.
- Organize Content with Headings: Use headings correctly to structure content and facilitate navigation for screen readers.
- Enable Keyboard Navigation: Ensure that users can navigate the website using a keyboard alone.
Improving accessibility not only enhances the user experience for individuals with disabilities but also benefits all users by creating a more usable and navigable website. For businesses and organizations looking to audit or enhance their website’s accessibility, PixelMongers offers consulting services to help identify and resolve accessibility issues, ensuring that websites are inclusive and compliant with accessibility standards. For more details or to get started, contact PixelMongers.
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Source: WebAIM Million – 2024 Report