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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Screen readers and braille output devices rely on tables with headers and proper scope attributes to get the right information across. Not sure what that means? Learn how table headers and scope work: blog.pope.tech/2023/08/22/b...
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Beginner's guide to accessible tables - Pope Tech Resources
Learn the difference between data and layout tables, how to approach complex tables, and how to make tables accessible.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Speech recognition lets users navigate and interact with a page using their voice instead of a mouse or keyboard. It’s another assistive technology that’s easier to test with than you might think: blog.pope.tech/2026/08/31/s...
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Speech Recognition Basics: Setup and a Quick Table Demo - Pope Tech Resources
Learn how to setup Mac's Voice Control speech recognition software and basic commands.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Over the past year, the University of Minnesota achieved an incredible 90% reduction in web accessibility errors across its platforms. We break down their process in our article: blog.pope.tech/2026/08/12/h...
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How One University Reduced Web Accessibility Errors by 90% - Pope Tech Resources
Learn how the University of Minnesota scaled accessibility.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Our question: How do complex tables with form inputs, buttons, and links hold up with speech recognition software? We came away with four design considerations and a suggestion for naming cells with inputs: blog.pope.tech/2026/08/31/s...
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Can a page have multiple H1s? What text actually belongs in a heading tag? We answer 8 of the most common structural questions about web headings. blog.pope.tech/2023/07/31/8...
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8 common heading questions - Pope Tech Resources
Get answers to heading questions like: Can I have more than one h1? When are skipped heading levels ok? And, do you have to start a page with a h1?
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
We broke down the 5 most common heading accessibility mistakes on the web, why they cause problems, and their fixes. If you struggle with empty headings, or similar problems, head over to our blog: blog.pope.tech/2022/08/04/5... #WebAccessibility #A11y #HTML
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5 heading accessibility issues and how to fix them - Pope Tech Resources
Headings are the main navigation method for assistive tech users, so learn how to make them accessible and fix any inaccessible headings.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
See exactly how NVDA users navigate web pages using headings, and why using proper HTML for your headings matters. Watch our short video: blog.pope.tech/2026/08/06/h... #WebAccessibility #A11y #NVDA
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How to navigate headings with NVDA screen reader (video) - Pope Tech Resources
Learn how to use NVDA shortcuts to navigate headings and why headings matter for accessibility.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Did you know you can use Slack as an easy, free tool to create video captions? Learn more about unexpected free tools to help make your subtitle game more efficient here: blog.pope.tech/2025/06/03/3... #a11y #Captions #Slack #VideoAccessibility
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3 free tools to caption videos - Pope Tech Resources
Learn how to use 3 free tool options to add captions to existing videos.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Captions are a baseline requirement for WCAG compliance, but creating them does not have to be tedious. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the most efficient ways to caption your YouTube videos: blog.pope.tech/2024/05/24/a... #a11y #Captions #YouTube
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A complete guide for adding captions to YouTube videos - Pope Tech Resources
Learn everything you need to know to add captions to your own YouTube videos.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Meeting WCAG AA standards for video and audio involves more than just basic automatic captions. Learn how to properly implement transcripts, audio descriptions, and clear visual content here: blog.pope.tech/2022/06/01/m... #a11y #WebAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility
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How to make videos and audio accessible - Pope Tech Resources
A beginner's complete guide to accessible videos and audio including our tips on an easy way to create accessible videos.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
YouTube's new multi-track audio feature means you can add audio descriptions to existing videos without losing your views, comments, or URL. Learn how to use it in our updated guide: blog.pope.tech/2023/05/30/h... #AudioDescription #VideoAccessibility #YouTube
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How to create audio descriptions for accessible YouTube videos - Pope Tech Resources
Learn the different audio description options for YouTube videos, what to include, and the process to create them.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
When designing documents, remember simple steps like adding alt text, using true heading styles, and creating descriptive links. Check this out for more tips on non-HTML documents: blog.pope.tech/2022/05/03/p... #DigitalAccessibility #WorkBetter #Inclusion
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PDFs, non-HTML documents, and accessibility - Pope Tech Resources
Learn how inaccessible PDFs affect assistive tech users, alternatives to PDF documents, and how to check PDFs for accessibility.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
The Reading Order tool and the Accessibility Checker give you the confidence that your PDF meets common accessibility needs. Learn how to use each tool: blog.pope.tech/2024/04/25/h... #a11y #TechTips #AdobeAcrobat
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How to check and fix PDF accessibility issues - Pope Tech Resources
Learn more about Adobe Acrobat Pro accessibility tools and how to use them.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
While PDFs are great for fixed layouts, HTML is natively responsive and mobile-friendly. Learn how to choose the best format for your content! Read more: blog.pope.tech/2023/05/01/i... #UX #DigitalEquity #ContentStrategy
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Inaccessible PDFs? How to know when to use HTML webpages instead of PDFs - Pope Tech Resources
Learn the pros of HTML webpages and when to use PDFs.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Understanding the "why" is the first step to building better PDFs! Watch how a screen reader navigates a document and learn why our tagging efforts make such a difference. Watch here: youtu.be/gYhd3W8XPr0 #a11y #InclusiveDesign #ScreenReader
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User Impact of Inaccessible PDFs
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
PDF tags are the behind-the-scenes labels that tell screen readers exactly what they’re looking at (like a Heading, List, or Table). Learn how to preserve these tags when you export your Google doc in our latest blog: blog.pope.tech/2026/05/04/h... #InclusiveDesign #TechTips #a11y
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How to export a Google Doc to a PDF - Pope Tech Resources
Learn the basics of how to export a Google Doc to PDF.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Ever wonder what a screen reader does when it hits an image with no alt text? We have a good demo for you! Watch our 2-minute intro to how alt text actually works. youtu.be/yNb6VOm3y1g?... #WebDev #Accessibility
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Introduction to alternative text
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
You’ve written great alt text… now where does it go? We made a map to help you find the alt text field in your favorite tools: blog.pope.tech/2025/04/02/a... #A11y #ContentCreation #WebAccessibility
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A guide to alt text across popular tools - Pope Tech Resources
How several different tools support alt text.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Does a picture of a “dog in a park” always need the same alt text? It depends. Is it an ad for a leash? A news story about a local park? See how context changes everything with 5 real-world examples: blog.pope.tech/2023/03/31/a... #A11y #AltText #WebAccessibility
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Alternative text in the wild: 5 alternative text examples - Pope Tech Resources
In this article, we demonstrate the thought process for writing great alternative text.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Did you know alt text isn’t just for screen readers? If your images fail to load, the alt attribute is what your users see in their place. It’s the ultimate fallback for a robust, accessible web. Learn more about alternative text for images: blog.pope.tech/2022/04/05/a... #A11y #ContentStrategy
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What alternative text is, when to use it, and how to write great alt text - Pope Tech Resources
Catch alternative text errors by learning what alternative text is, why it matters, when to write it, and how to write great alternative text.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Your favorite emoji might not mean what you think. 🚩 To a screen reader, this isn’t a "toxic trait" warning; it’s just a "triangular flag on post." Learn how to make emojis more accessible:: blog.pope.tech/2026/04/01/m... #A11y #WebDev
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Making emojis and icons screen reader accessible - Pope Tech Resources
Learn how emojis and icons are often not traditional images that need special considerations to be screen reader accessible.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
In this demo, we fix “broken” focus indicators in real-time. See exactly how to handle overflow: hidden clipping, build two-tone 'sandwich' outlines, and style indicators that actually match your brand. Watch the full breakdown here: blog.pope.tech/2026/03/30/f...
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Focus indicators 101: A simple guide for developers (Video) - Pope Tech Resources
Learn what focus indicators are, why they are important for accessibility, and some simple tricks to make your focus indicators both beautiful and useful.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
A beginner’s guide to manual testing Our simple rule of thumb: automated and manual testing work best hand in hand. In our article, learn about the basics of keyboard, screen reader, and zoom testing. Manual testing 101: blog.pope.tech/2023/03/01/a... #Frontend #ProductManagement
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A beginner's guide to manual accessibility testing - Pope Tech Resources
Learn how to do screen reader, keyboard, and zoom manual testing.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Often, focus indicators are removed in the CSS and not revisited. This is likely making the cursor invisible for keyboard users. An easy fix is to design focus whenever you design hover. Learn more: blog.pope.tech/2026/03/04/a... #A11y #UX #WebDev
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A guide to accessible focus indicators - Pope Tech Blog
Learn what focus indicators are and how to design accessible focus indicators.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Have you ever wondered how keyboard users experience your navigation bar? This post breaks down how to build nav and sub-menus that don’t trap or confuse keyboard users. Check out our blog: blog.pope.tech/2024/01/30/h... #Accessibility #A11y #WebDev
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How to create accessible navigations and sub-menus - Pope Tech Blog
Learn the specific HTML needed and best practices for accessible navigations and sub-menus.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Page structure and navigation aren’t just layout choices: they shape how people move through your site. Using headings and landmarks makes a big difference for many users. Learn more: blog.pope.tech/2023/01/31/h... #Accessibility #A11y #WebAccessibility #InclusiveDesign
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How to set up an accessible page structure and navigation - Pope Tech Blog
When coding your navigation and the overall design of your pages, there are certain HTML tags and considerations to make sure your website is accessible.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
What are HTML5 regions and why do they matter for accessibility? Landmarks like <nav> and <main> help users navigate pages faster with keyboards and assistive tech. Short video explainer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ih-j... #Accessibility #WebAccessibility #HTML #A11y
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What are HTML5 regions and why they matter for accessibility
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Accessibility myth: ARIA menus improve website navigation. Really, ARIA menu roles are for complex widgets (think Google Docs). Using them with site navigation often creates keyboard confusion for users. Read more: blog.pope.tech/2026/02/10/d... #Accessibility #WebAccessibility #A11y
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Does your navigation need an ARIA menu? Probably not. - Pope Tech Blog
This post explores the functional and technical differences between ARIA menu roles and standard website navigation.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Word files often look fine, but missing structure can make them hard, or impossible, to navigate. Learn how inaccessible Word documents affect real users in this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pqF...
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User Impact of Inaccessible Word Documents
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Google files aren’t just docs: they can be PDFs, images, or even audio. Each type has accessibility pitfalls. We put together some accessibility checklists so you can test these sorts of files: app.pope.tech/result-docum... #A11y #InclusiveDesign #Accessibility
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Spreadsheets aren’t just confusing: they can be unusable for screen reader and keyboard users. Tip: Always use proper table headers to help everyone navigate your data. Learn more: app.pope.tech/result-docum... #Accessibility #A11y #InclusiveDesign #ExcelTips
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Ever opened a PDF and struggled to find the sections you need? Our video shows why headings matter for accessibility. What other PDF challenges have you noticed? www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYhd...
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User Impact of Inaccessible PDFs
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Underlined text that looks like a link? Justified blocks that slow reading? This guide breaks down text accessibility basics and why they matter. blog.pope.tech/2023/12/07/a...
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A beginner's guide to accessible text - Pope Tech Blog
Learn how to create accessible text in your web content.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
“Click here” might be easy to write, but it’s confusing for many users. Learn accessible link best practices and common issues you can fix today. blog.pope.tech/2023/01/01/l...
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A beginner's guide to link accessibility - Pope Tech Blog
Learn how to create accessible links in your web content.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
PowerPoint slides can look great and still be inaccessible. Structure, reading order, and alt text make the difference. This video focuses on the user impact of inaccessible PowerPoint files. www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7hi...
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User Impact of Inaccessible PowerPoints
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Links. Text. PDFs. Word. Excel. Our Result Documentation breaks down accessibility results so you know: what’s happening, who it affects, and what to fix. A practical resource to bookmark for web accessibility work. app.pope.tech/result-docum...
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Developers: Integrate accessibility checks into your workflow with WAVE. Catch issues early and ship inclusive web experiences! Learn more: blog.pope.tech/2024/12/04/h...
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How to include web accessibility in your web development process - Pope Tech Blog
Learn how to use the WAVE extension as a web developer.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
Content creators: Quickly spot and fix accessibility issues in your site using WAVE! Make your writing inclusive for more users. Read the guide: blog.pope.tech/2024/12/04/h...
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How to include web accessibility in your content writing process - Pope Tech Blog
Learn how to use the WAVE extension to quickly check your content for accessibility.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Struggling with low-contrast elements? Learn how to find and fix them using Chrome Inspect in this step-by-step video guide. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfK4...
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Find and fix contrast issues with Chrome Inspect
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Inspect and debug accessibility issues directly in your browser with Chrome’s Accessibility Tree. A must-know tool for developers! Read more: blog.pope.tech/2023/11/27/h...
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How to use Chrome's accessibility tree - Pope Tech Blog
Learn what the accessibility tree is, how to access it, and how to use its information.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Movement on your website should enhance, not hinder, usability. Our guide shows how to implement reduced-motion support, test effectively, and use pause/stop controls for nonessential motion: blog.pope.tech/2025/12/08/d...
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Design accessible animation and movement with code examples - Pope Tech Blog
This guide explains how to control or replace animations for users who prefer reduced motion.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Give your site a grayscale check! Learn how to use Chrome DevTools to make sure color isn’t doing all the talking. www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oQR...
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Test use of color with Chrome Rendering dev tool
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Color is all over the web, and contrast rules can be tricky. Our guide makes them simple. blog.pope.tech/2022/11/08/c...
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Color contrast accessibility requirements explained - Pope Tech Blog
A complete guide to WCAG 2.0 contrast accessibility requirements and contrast tools with examples to help you apply it to your own website.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Testing in grayscale is easier than you think. See how to check your color reliance using the free WAVE tool in just a few clicks. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rfp2...
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Test use of color with WAVE
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Red, green, blue… but what about gray? Make sure your colors work for more users with a simple test. blog.pope.tech/2025/11/03/g...
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Grayscale testing: The missing step in color accessibility - Pope Tech Blog
A short guide to grayscale testing: why it matters and how to design visuals that work without color.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Testing matters. Ensure your forms work with screen readers, logical tab order, and proper error messaging. Our demo shows how to catch barriers and confirm fixes: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Sei...
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Test a form for accessibility checklist and demo
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Accessible forms aren’t optional, they’re essential. From clear labels to keyboard-only navigation, discover the 5 core accessibility principles every form should follow: blog.pope.tech/2022/10/03/a...
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A beginner's guide to form accessibility: the 5 things accessible forms need and how to fix common mistakes - Pope Tech Blog
Learn what makes forms accessible, tips on how to make your forms accessible, and exactly how to test your own forms for accessibility.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Small touches, big impact. Auto-formatting phone numbers & credit cards makes forms easier to use. Learn nuanced strategies for error messages, date fields, and other form accessibility patterns: blog.pope.tech/2023/09/26/f...
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Form accessibility and usability beyond the basics - Pope Tech Blog
Four form functionalities most websites don't consider.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Error messages aren’t just technical details. They’re a map that guides users back on track. Make them clear, friendly, and accessible so no one gets lost. Learn how: blog.pope.tech/2025/09/30/a...
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Accessible form validation with examples and code - Pope Tech Blog
An accessible form validation design with code.
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Pope Tech @popetech.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Bullet points shouldn’t be barriers. Learn to code accessible lists for people relying on assistive technology. Read more: blog.pope.tech/2023/09/01/a...
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Beginner's guide to lists and how to make them accessible - Pope Tech Blog
This complete guide covers why accessible lists and tables matter, how to make them accessible, and how to fix inaccessible lists and tables.
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