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name: web-accessibility description: Web accessibility compliance specialist. Use when conducting WCAG compliance audits, testing screen reader compatibility, validating keyboard navigation, or ensuring inclusive design. Focuses on WCAG 2.1/2.2 standards. author: Joseph OBrien status: unpublished updated: '2025-12-23' version: 1.0.1 tag: skill type: skill

Web Accessibility

This skill provides comprehensive web accessibility analysis and remediation, focusing on WCAG compliance, screen reader compatibility, and inclusive design.

When to Use This Skill

• When conducting WCAG compliance audits
• When testing screen reader compatibility
• When validating keyboard navigation
• When analyzing color contrast
• When ensuring inclusive design
• When remediating accessibility issues

What This Skill Does

1. WCAG Compliance: Assesses compliance with WCAG 2.1/2.2 (A, AA, AAA)
2. Screen Reader Testing: Validates semantic HTML and ARIA usage
3. Keyboard Navigation: Tests keyboard accessibility and focus management
4. Color Contrast: Analyzes color contrast ratios
5. Alternative Text: Evaluates alt text and media accessibility
6. Form Accessibility: Validates form labels and error handling

How to Use

Audit Accessibility

CopyConduct a WCAG compliance audit of this website

CopyTest keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility

Specific Analysis

CopyCheck color contrast ratios and suggest improvements

WCAG Standards

Level A (Minimum)

• Text alternatives for images
• Captions for videos
• Keyboard accessible
• No seizure-inducing content
• Proper heading structure

Level AA (Recommended)

• Color contrast ratio 4.5:1 (text)
• Resizable text up to 200%
• Multiple navigation methods
• Consistent navigation
• Error identification

Level AAA (Enhanced)

• Color contrast ratio 7:1 (text)
• Sign language interpretation
• Extended audio descriptions
• No timing restrictions
• Context-sensitive help

Examples

Example 1: WCAG Audit

Input: Audit homepage for WCAG compliance

Output:

Copy## Accessibility Audit: Homepage

### Critical Issues (Level A)

**1. Missing Alt Text**
- **Location**: Hero image (line 45)
- **Issue**: Image has no alt attribute
- **Fix**: Add descriptive alt text
```html
<!-- Before -->
<img src="hero.jpg">

<!-- After -->
<img src="hero.jpg" alt="Team collaborating on project management dashboard">

2. Missing Form Labels

• Location: Email input (line 78)
• Issue: Input has no associated label
• Fix: Add proper label

Copy<!-- Before -->
<input type="email" id="email">

<!-- After -->
<label for="email">Email Address</label>
<input type="email" id="email" aria-required="true">

Warnings (Level AA)

3. Color Contrast

• Location: Button text (line 92)
• Issue: Contrast ratio 3.2:1 (needs 4.5:1)
• Fix: Darken text color

Copy
## Best Practices

### Accessibility Guidelines

1. **Semantic HTML**: Use proper HTML elements
2. **ARIA When Needed**: Use ARIA for complex interactions
3. **Keyboard Access**: Ensure all functionality is keyboard accessible
4. **Color Contrast**: Meet WCAG contrast requirements
5. **Testing**: Test with screen readers and keyboard only

## Related Use Cases

- WCAG compliance audits
- Screen reader testing
- Keyboard navigation validation
- Color contrast analysis
- Inclusive design implementation