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Why your website navigation doesn't need an ARIA menu (Video) - Pope Tech Blog Learn the differences between ARIA menu roles and traditional website navigations through screen reader demonstrations.

Prefer seeing it in action? We recorded a short demo showing how ARIA menus and website navigation behave differently for keyboard users. Watch:
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Does your navigation need an ARIA menu? Probably not. - Pope Tech Blog This post explores the functional and technical differences between ARIA menu roles and standard website navigation.

Accessibility myth: ARIA menus improve website navigation. Really, ARIA menu roles are for complex widgets (think Google Docs). Using them with site navigation often creates keyboard confusion for users.
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YouTube video by Pope Tech User Impact of Inaccessible Word Documents

Word files often look fine, but missing structure can make them hard, or impossible, to navigate. Learn how inaccessible Word documents affect real users in this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pqF...

Google files aren’t just docs: they can be PDFs, images, or even audio. Each type has accessibility pitfalls.

We put together some accessibility checklists so you can test these sorts of files: app.pope.tech/result-docum...

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Spreadsheets aren’t just confusing: they can be unusable for screen reader and keyboard users. Tip: Always use proper table headers to help everyone navigate your data.
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YouTube video by Pope Tech User Impact of Inaccessible PDFs

Ever opened a PDF and struggled to find the sections you need? Our video shows why headings matter for accessibility. What other PDF challenges have you noticed? www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYhd...

A beginner's guide to accessible text - Pope Tech Blog Learn how to create accessible text in your web content.

Underlined text that looks like a link? Justified blocks that slow reading? This guide breaks down text accessibility basics and why they matter. blog.pope.tech/2023/12/07/a...

A beginner's guide to link accessibility - Pope Tech Blog Learn how to create accessible links in your web content.

“Click here” might be easy to write, but it’s confusing for many users. Learn accessible link best practices and common issues you can fix today. blog.pope.tech/2023/01/01/l...

YouTube video by Pope Tech User Impact of Inaccessible PowerPoints

PowerPoint slides can look great and still be inaccessible. Structure, reading order, and alt text make the difference. This video focuses on the user impact of inaccessible PowerPoint files. www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7hi...

Links. Text. PDFs. Word. Excel. Our Result Documentation breaks down accessibility results so you know: what’s happening, who it affects, and what to fix. A practical resource to bookmark for web accessibility work. app.pope.tech/result-docum...

How to include web accessibility in your web development process - Pope Tech Blog Learn how to use the WAVE extension as a web developer.

Developers: Integrate accessibility checks into your workflow with WAVE. Catch issues early and ship inclusive web experiences! Learn more: blog.pope.tech/2024/12/04/h...

How to include web accessibility in your content writing process - Pope Tech Blog Learn how to use the WAVE extension to quickly check your content for accessibility.

Content creators: Quickly spot and fix accessibility issues in your site using WAVE! Make your writing inclusive for more users. Read the guide: blog.pope.tech/2024/12/04/h...

YouTube video by Pope Tech Find and fix contrast issues with Chrome Inspect

Struggling with low-contrast elements? Learn how to find and fix them using Chrome Inspect in this step-by-step video guide. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfK4...

How to use Chrome's accessibility tree - Pope Tech Blog Learn what the accessibility tree is, how to access it, and how to use its information.

Inspect and debug accessibility issues directly in your browser with Chrome’s Accessibility Tree. A must-know tool for developers! Read more: blog.pope.tech/2023/11/27/h...

Designing accessible animation and movement on your website (Video) - Pope Tech Blog Three design strategies for creating accessible animation and movement on your website.

Prefer video? Here are three design strategies for making animation and movement more accessible on your site: blog.pope.tech/2025/12/08/d...

Design accessible animation and movement with code examples - Pope Tech Blog This guide explains how to control or replace animations for users who prefer reduced motion.

Movement on your website should enhance, not hinder, usability. Our guide shows how to implement reduced-motion support, test effectively, and use pause/stop controls for nonessential motion: blog.pope.tech/2025/12/08/d...

YouTube video by Pope Tech Test use of color with Chrome Rendering dev tool

Give your site a grayscale check! Learn how to use Chrome DevTools to make sure color isn’t doing all the talking. www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oQR...

Color contrast accessibility requirements explained - Pope Tech Blog A complete guide to WCAG 2.0 contrast accessibility requirements and contrast tools with examples to help you apply it to your own website.

Color is all over the web, and contrast rules can be tricky. Our guide makes them simple. blog.pope.tech/2022/11/08/c...

YouTube video by Pope Tech Test use of color with WAVE

Testing in grayscale is easier than you think. See how to check your color reliance using the free WAVE tool in just a few clicks. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rfp2...

Grayscale testing: The missing step in color accessibility - Pope Tech Blog A short guide to grayscale testing: why it matters and how to design visuals that work without color.

Red, green, blue… but what about gray? Make sure your colors work for more users with a simple test. blog.pope.tech/2025/11/03/g...

YouTube video by Pope Tech Test a form for accessibility checklist and demo

Testing matters. Ensure your forms work with screen readers, logical tab order, and proper error messaging. Our demo shows how to catch barriers and confirm fixes: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Sei...

A beginner's guide to form accessibility: the 5 things accessible forms need and how to fix common mistakes - Pope Tech Blog Learn what makes forms accessible, tips on how to make your forms accessible, and exactly how to test your own forms for accessibility.

Accessible forms aren’t optional, they’re essential. From clear labels to keyboard-only navigation, discover the 5 core accessibility principles every form should follow: blog.pope.tech/2022/10/03/a...

Form accessibility and usability beyond the basics - Pope Tech Blog Four form functionalities most websites don't consider.

Small touches, big impact. Auto-formatting phone numbers & credit cards makes forms easier to use. Learn nuanced strategies for error messages, date fields, and other form accessibility patterns: blog.pope.tech/2023/09/26/f...

Accessible form validation with examples and code - Pope Tech Blog An accessible form validation design with code.

Error messages aren’t just technical details. They’re a map that guides users back on track. Make them clear, friendly, and accessible so no one gets lost. Learn how: blog.pope.tech/2025/09/30/a...

Beginner's guide to lists and how to make them accessible - Pope Tech Blog This complete guide covers why accessible lists and tables matter, how to make them accessible, and how to fix inaccessible lists and tables.

Bullet points shouldn’t be barriers. Learn to code accessible lists for people relying on assistive technology. Read more: blog.pope.tech/2023/09/01/a...

How to make charts and graphs more accessible - Pope Tech Blog Learn how to make charts and graphs more accessible.

Without alt text, captions, and other accessibility basics, charts and graphs can be unusable or invisible to assistive technology users. Learn how to make your data visuals accessible: blog.pope.tech/2023/08/31/h...

Beginner's guide to accessible tables - Pope Tech Blog Learn the difference between data and layout tables, how to approach complex tables, and how to make tables accessible.

Your table might look fine, but can people with disabilities actually use it? Learn how to code more accessible tables: blog.pope.tech/2023/08/22/b...

How to make complex data accessible for users with disabilities - Pope Tech Blog Use these three steps to make sure you use the right data display for your goals, while considering the needs of your users.

Your charts, tables, and graphs aren’t just visuals. They’re how people understand your data. Make them accessible so people with disabilities can engage and act. Learn more about inclusive data: blog.pope.tech/2025/09/08/h...

Accessible heading structures for home pages - Pope Tech Blog Learn how to balance marketing copy on homepages with an accessible heading structure.

Homepages have stunning design, clever copy, and enticing stats. But, they also need a heading structure that users with disabilities can interact with. Learn how to balance a homepage's bells and whistles with heading accessibility: blog.pope.tech/2024/07/29/a...

8 common heading questions - Pope Tech Blog Get answers to heading questions like: Can I have more than one h1? When are skipped heading levels ok? And, do you have to start a page with a h1?

Heading structures aren’t always straightforward. In this article, we answer questions like: can I use multiple H1s?; are skipped headings ever okay?; and do I have to start my page with an H1? blog.pope.tech/2023/07/31/8...