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Check with screen reader

  1. Basic navigation:
  • Use the tab key for navigation.
  • Listen to the content with the screen reader.
  1. Check semantic structure:
  • Check the correct marking of headings, paragraphs, lists, etc.
  • Make sure that the order and hierarchy make sense.
  1. Alternative texts for images:
  • Check that images have meaningful descriptions.
  • Ensure that the screen reader reads the descriptions correctly.
  1. Test forms:
  • Check the usability of the forms.
  • Ensure that fields, labels and error messages are read out correctly.
  1. Check interactive elements:
  • Test drop-down menus, tabs, accordions, etc.
  • Pay attention to appropriate notifications of status changes.
  1. Check ARIA attributes:
  • Ensure that ARIA attributes are implemented correctly.
  • Improve interaction with dynamic content.
  1. Test compatibility with different screen readers:
  • Test the website with different screen readers and platforms.

Here are some basic keyboard shortcuts for using NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) to test the accessibility of a website:

NVDA

NVDA Logo

Brief information about NVDA:

NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) is an open source screen reader software for Windows that makes it easier for people with visual impairments to access digital content. NVDA is supported and further developed by a community of developers worldwide.

To the product page: NVDA - NV Access

Keyboard shortcuts

Desktop layout: These key combinations are relevant for the use of NVDA in the desktop layout. NVDA can be activated by pressing the NVDA key (usually the Insert key) and a specific key combination to control the screen reader and read out the content on the screen.

Shortcut
Function
INSERT+DOWN ARROW
Read All
ALT+DOWN ARROW
Read Next Sentence
ALT+NUM 5
Read Sentence
ALT+UP ARROW
Read Previous Sentence
INSERT+UP ARROW
Read Line
DOWN ARROW
Read Next Line
UP ARROW
Read Previous Line
INSERT+UP ARROW (twice quickly)
Spell Line
CTRL+NUM 5
Read Paragraph
CTRL+UP ARROW
Read Previous Paragraph
CTRL+DOWN ARROW
Read Next Paragraph
INSERT+RIGHT ARROW
Read Next Word
Tab
Jump to Next Element
H
Next Heading
E
Next Form Field
L
Next Link
B
Next Button
R
Next Region
Get Started with NVDA - NVaccess.org (engl.)

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