WCAG 2.1 Quick Reference

All success criteria at a glance with descriptions

9 criteria | Level A: 9 Level AA: 0
1.1.1 Level A Perceivable

Non-text Content

All non-text content has a text alternative that serves the equivalent purpose.

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1.2.1 Level A Perceivable

Audio-only and Video-only

Alternatives are provided for prerecorded audio-only and video-only content.

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1.2.2 Level A Perceivable

Captions (Prerecorded)

Captions are provided for all prerecorded audio content in synchronized media.

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1.2.3 Level A Perceivable

Audio Description or Media Alternative

An alternative for time-based media or audio description is provided.

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1.3.1 Level A Perceivable

Info and Relationships

Information, structure, and relationships conveyed through presentation can be programmatically determined.

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1.3.2 Level A Perceivable

Meaningful Sequence

When the sequence affects meaning, a correct reading sequence can be programmatically determined.

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1.3.3 Level A Perceivable

Sensory Characteristics

Instructions do not rely solely on sensory characteristics like shape, color, size, or sound.

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1.4.1 Level A Perceivable

Use of Color

Color is not used as the only visual means of conveying information.

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1.4.2 Level A Perceivable

Audio Control

If audio plays automatically, there is a mechanism to pause, stop, or control volume.

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