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Success Criterion 2.1.4 - Level A

Character Key Shortcuts

Ensure that shortcuts cannot be accidentally activated when using assistive technologies. Many assistive technologies emulate keystrokes to perform actions. Users might accidentally activate shortcuts. Make it possible to change or disable shortcuts.

Impact

  • When your app uses the same shortcuts as assistive technologies, unwanted actions could be activated.

  • It is nice for users if they can customize the key combinations for shortcuts.

Check

“Does the app use single keys for shortcuts?“

This can be tested using keyboard access.

Solution

Use multiple keys for shortcuts

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