WCAG 2.2 Quick Reference

Every Level A and AA success criterion in WCAG 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2, in plain words. Level AA is what most laws ask for.

7 criteria | Level A: 7 Level AA: 0

3.1.1 Level A Understandable

Language of Page

The default human language of each web page can be programmatically determined.

3.2.1 Level A Understandable

When any component receives focus, it does not initiate a change of context.

3.2.2 Level A Understandable

Changing the setting of any user interface component does not automatically cause a change of context unless the user has been advised.

3.2.6 Level A Understandable New in WCAG 2.2

Help options such as contact details or a chat link appear in the same place on every page that has them.

3.3.1 Level A Understandable

If an input error is automatically detected, the item in error is identified and the error is described to the user in text.

3.3.2 Level A Understandable

Labels or instructions are provided when content requires user input.

3.3.7 Level A Understandable New in WCAG 2.2

Information a user already entered in the same process is filled in for them or available to select, instead of asked for again.

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