AI, Web and Automation · · 7 min read
WCAG 2.2 Accessibility for Modern Websites: Practical UX Checks Designers Can Actually Use
Accessible websites are easier to use, easier to scan, and more professional. WCAG 2.2 gives teams a practical baseline.
Written by Mahak Patel
Accessibility Is UX Quality
Accessibility is not a separate checklist at the end of a project. It is part of good UX: clear content, visible focus, keyboard access, readable contrast, and predictable interactions.
A portfolio that demonstrates accessibility also signals professional maturity.
Keyboard and Focus States
Every interactive element should be reachable by keyboard and show a visible focus state. This includes nav links, dropdowns, cards, buttons, forms, and filters.
Focus styles should be obvious without being visually messy.
Semantic HTML Helps Everyone
Use headings in order, landmarks where appropriate, buttons for actions, and links for navigation. Screen readers and search engines both benefit from clean structure.
When HTML is meaningful, less ARIA is needed and the interface becomes easier to maintain.
Contrast and Readability
Dark themes need careful contrast. Muted text can look elegant, but it still needs enough contrast to be readable.
Line length, paragraph spacing, and font size are accessibility decisions too.