Guideline 2.5
Input Modalities
Ensure all forms of input are possible with assistive technologies. With voice control it is not possible to perform certain gestures. Some users are physically unable to shake their device. These kind of functionalities must be offered in an alternative way.
Success Criteria
- Success Criterion 2.5.1 - Pointer Gestures
Pointer Gestures
Ensure an alternative is provided for all gesture-triggered actions.
- Success Criterion 2.5.2 - Pointer Cancellation
Pointer Cancellation
Ensure it is possible to cancel touches.
- Success Criterion 2.5.3 - Label in Name
Label in Name
Ensure the technical name of elements contain the visual name.
- Success Criterion 2.5.4 - Motion Actuation
Motion Actuation
Ensure an alternative is provided for motion-triggered actions and make it possible to disable them.
- Success Criterion 2.5.5 - Target Size (Enhanced)
Target Size (Enhanced)
Ensure targets are large so they can be activated easily. Users with severe physical impairments cannot activate medium-sized targets. The minimum size is 44x44 pixels.
- Success Criterion 2.5.6 - Concurrent Input Mechanisms
Concurrent Input Mechanisms
Web content does not restrict use of input modalities available on a platform except where the restriction is essential, required to ensure the security of the content, or required to respect user settings.
- Success Criterion 2.5.7 - Dragging Movements
Dragging Movements
Ensure dragging movements have a single-pointer alternative with equivalent functionality, such as tapping or long pressing.
- Success Criterion 2.5.8 - Target Size (Minimum)
Target Size (Minimum)
Ensure targets are large enough and have sufficient spacing to allow users to activate them easily.