Accessibility quick wins before launch

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Ship fast while covering the essentials: focus, contrast, and keyboard flow.

Illustration of inclusive design elements across devices.

Perfect accessibility takes time, but a few focused checks catch most blockers before launch.

Keyboard first

  • Every link and button should be reachable and clearly focused.
  • Keep focus outlines visible; avoid removing them without a high-contrast replacement.

Contrast and copy

  • Test text and primary buttons for WCAG AA contrast.
  • Use clear labels on form fields—placeholders aren’t substitutes.

Media and semantics

  • Provide alt text for key images; mark decorative visuals as empty alt.
  • Use semantic tags (nav, main, button, label) so assistive tech reads structure correctly.

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Accessibility quick wins before launch

Accessibility quick wins before launch

Ship fast while covering the essentials: focus, contrast, and keyboard flow.