For two years, the Office of Accessibility (OoA) has been reviewing the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1, Level 1 and Level AA success criteria. Through a series we call “WCAG 2.1 - Improving Digital Accessibility,” we delved into each criterion to uncover the important elements of how each one impacts digital content and makes that content more accessible to everyone. Then we shared how to successfully incorporate each criterion to meet compliance. Special thanks to each author who contributed their time and expertise to make this series possible! 

We have compiled the complete collection of WCAG 2.1 - Improving Digital Accessibility articles. As you review these again, or read them for the first time, bookmark the articles for future reference. Then make sure to sign up to receive future newsletters with even more digital accessibility content sent to your inbox each month!

• 1.3.4 Orientation (AA) - 5 Very Simple Steps You Can Take for Accessibility Improvement
• 1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose (AA) - WCAG 2.1 Makes Maps Easier to Use
• 1.4.10 Reflow (AA) - We have three articles on this criterion:
  • Oh Snap! Startling Discoveries When You Reflow Your PDF
    • Read our recent article on this topic: Revisit (Reflow?) the past to prepare for the future
  • Easy Read that will Demystify Tables, Reflow, and Magnification
  • Understanding WCAG 2.1’s Success Criteria 1.4.10 Reflow
• 1.4.11 Non-Text Contrast (AA) - We have two articles on this criterion:
  • More Attractive, Engaging, Accessible: How to Use Color with Intention
  • How to Improve Non-text Contrast: Color Schemes and Interface Components
  • Data visualization accessibility: Focus on color
• 1.4.12 Text Spacing (AA) - WCAG 2.1 Makes Maps Easier to Use
• 1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (AA) - We have two articles on this criterion:
  • Data Visualization with WCAG 2.1: Content on Hover or Focus, and Pointer Gestures
  • WCAG 2.1 – Improving Digital Accessibility of Web Applications: 1.4.13 and 4.1.3
• 2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts (A) - WCAG 2.1 Developer Tips: Character Key Shortcuts and Label in Name
• 2.5.1 Pointer Gestures (A) - Data Visualization with WCAG 2.1: Content on Hover or Focus, and Pointer Gestures
• 2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation (A) - WCAG 2.1's Success Criteria for Pointer Cancellation: What is a Click?
• 2.5.3 Label in Name (A) - WCAG 2.1 Developer Tips: Character Key Shortcuts and Label in Name
• 2.5.4 Motion Actuation (A) - WCAG 2.1's Success Criteria for Motion Actuation: Don't rely on sensors
• 4.1.3 Status Messages (AA) - WCAG 2.1 – Improving Digital Accessibility of Web Applications: 1.4.13 and 4.1.3

Check out the WCAG 2.1  Role-based materials

Much of the content from these articles stemmed from our partnership with with subject matter experts (SMEs) throughout the state to develop WCAG 2.1 role-based materials on our training page. These resources serve as both training and reference guides, helping employees understand how accessibility connects to their day-to-day work. Read the announcement for background on these pages.