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- What is the focus indicator?
- Why is a highly visible focus indicator important?
- Why focus on accessibility?
- What is the accessibility principle and intent of SC 2.4 7 focus-visible?
What is the focus indicator?
A focus indicator is a visual indicator that “highlights” the currently focused element. This visual indicator is commonly presented as an outline around the element.
Why is a highly visible focus indicator important?
A visible focus indicator is accessible to keyboard and screen reader users because it shows what they're interacting with. Blind and visually impaired people use screen readers to interact with websites and apps.
Why focus on accessibility?
Additionally, as mentioned above, accessible designs often result in better usability since they provide alternative ways to interact with the interface, such as voice control or keyboard navigation. This means both people with disabilities and those without will have a better experience when using a product.
What is the accessibility principle and intent of SC 2.4 7 focus-visible?
Specific Benefits of Success Criterion 2.4. 7: This Success Criterion helps anyone who relies on the keyboard to operate the page, by letting them visually determine the component on which keyboard operations will interact at any point in time.
