Beware of “AI” accessibility audits

Social media has become a central part of our daily lives. It’s where we connect, share stories, and engage with brands. But for millions of people with disabilities, social media can be frustratingly inaccessible. Imagine trying to read a post that contains an image—but there’s no description. Or watching a video without captions. Or struggling […]

Karl Groves - 01/05/2025

When was the last time you navigated a website without using your eyes? For millions of people who are blind, have low vision, or experience other disabilities, screen readers provide access to digital content by converting text into speech or braille. Ensuring that your website is fully compatible with screen readers isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s […]

Karl Groves - 01/05/2025

When designing and building digital experiences, one fundamental principle of accessibility often goes overlooked: not everyone uses—or can use—a mouse. For users who rely solely on their keyboard, whether due to physical disabilities, temporary impairments, or personal preference, your website or application must be operable using just a keyboard. But creating robust keyboard navigation isn’t […]

Karl Groves - 30/04/2025

In today’s digital landscape, video content is everywhere. From marketing campaigns to educational materials, videos have become a dominant way to communicate ideas, tell stories, and engage with audiences. But with great influence comes great responsibility—ensuring that your videos are accessible to all, including people with disabilities. Why is this important? For starters, accessibility isn’t […]

Karl Groves - 27/04/2025

In the world of digital accessibility, few topics are as fundamental—or as overlooked—as color contrast and readability. While they might seem like minor considerations in the grand scheme of website design or app development, they are critical elements that determine whether your content is accessible to all users, including those with visual impairments. Let’s dive […]

Karl Groves - 21/04/2025

When designing web components, accessibility is paramount to ensure inclusiveness for all users, including those with disabilities. A common interactive element that greatly benefits from an accessible implementation is the accordion—a user interface component that allows users to expand and collapse content sections. In this tutorial, we will dive deep into building an accessible accordion […]

Karl Groves - 17/04/2025

Forms are a vital part of the web experience, whether they’re used for signing up for a newsletter, completing a purchase, or submitting a contact request. As crucial as they are to user interaction, forms are often a barrier to accessibility, especially for users with disabilities. Whether you’re building a simple contact form or a […]

Karl Groves - 14/04/2025

In today’s digital world, accessibility is more than just a buzzword—it’s an essential part of creating an inclusive web. When we think about accessibility, it’s easy to focus on ensuring that websites are usable for people with visual, auditory, or motor impairments. However, one of the most overlooked but impactful elements is navigation. For people […]

Karl Groves - 08/04/2025

Images play a vital role in web design. They make content more engaging, break up text-heavy pages, and often convey essential information. But what happens when someone can’t see those images? For blind and visually impaired users who rely on screen readers, images without alt text create frustrating gaps in content, preventing them from fully […]

Karl Groves - 03/04/2025

In today’s digital world, mobile apps are a cornerstone of how we interact, shop, bank, work, and entertain ourselves. But for millions of users with disabilities, these apps can be a frustrating barrier rather than a seamless experience. Accessibility in mobile app development isn’t just about compliance—it’s about inclusivity, better usability for all users, and […]

Karl Groves - 31/03/2025