Web Accessibility Testing
Source: Guidance from work accessibility best practices
Methodology
Section titled “Methodology”Three step approach to testing for accessibility: (a) automated; (b) manual; and using (c) assistive technology. This approach makes sure accessibility issues are found and with a balance of testing. To break it down for you, the following tools are used at the ACOE for the three step testing approach:
Automated
Tools include:
- WAVE, axe DevTools, and other browser extensions, browser console, bookmarklets (see Using Bookmarklets for Accessibility Testing - Using Bookmarklets for Accessibility Testing)
- Accessibility Insights for Web and applications
- Colour Contrast Analyser (CCA)
- Compliance Sheriff
Manual:
Use a manual testing checklist, like based on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
Assistive Technology:
NVDA, accessibility features in operating systems