Government digital experience standards

Based on public policy, web protocol, guidelines and best practices.

Indicators Standard Why Guidance
Common accessibility best practices.
Following accessibility best practices ensures that the content is usable by all users, including those with disabilities.
Accessibility properties for screen readers.
ARIA properties make content accessible to users relying on screen readers, enhancing their experience.
Alternative text, captions, and transcripts.
Providing alternative content for audio and video ensures that multimedia is accessible to all users, including those with auditory or visual impairments.
Difference between text and background colors.
Proper contrast ensures that text is readable by people with visual impairments, improving accessibility.
Ensure hidden elements are accessible.
Hidden elements must be accessible for screen readers to ensure that all content is navigable and understandable for users with disabilities.
Use correct language attributes for accessibility.
Using the correct language attributes enables screen readers to pronounce text correctly and improves accessibility for non-native speakers.
Descriptive identifiers for elements.
Descriptive labels make it easier for users with disabilities to navigate and interact with the website's elements.
Application keyboard navigation.
Ensuring that users can navigate a site using a keyboard is critical for accessibility, especially for users with motor disabilities.
Ensure tables and lists are accessible.
Properly structured tables and lists are easier to navigate for users with disabilities, making content more accessible.
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