Accessibility ( WCAG level AA)

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Hi,
For a US based client, we need to make an augmented reality experiement following the WCAG level AA accessibility standard. Is there any ressources or good practices or expert than can help us to achieve properly this goal. Accessibility matters and we want to make it right.
Thank you

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Hey Anna,

It’s awesome that you’re focused on accessibility in your AR experience! WCAG Level AA is a great standard to aim for, and making AR accessible can definitely be done with some thoughtful planning.

  • Any non-text content in your AR experience (like 3D models or visual effects) should have text alternatives. You can use metadata to provide descriptions or ARIA labels for interactive elements.

  • Make sure that text and important visual elements have a color contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1. This is particularly important for text overlays and AR interface elements.

  • Users should be able to navigate through the AR experience using only a keyboard. Ensure all interactive elements (like buttons and menus) can be accessed and interacted with via keyboard navigation.

  • If your AR experience includes gestures, make sure there are alternatives for users who may have difficulty with complex touch gestures. Providing keyboard shortcuts or simpler interactions will help.

  • Interactive elements in AR should have clear visual focus indicators and feedback when interacted with, so users know what’s happening.

  • If there’s any audio content, make sure captions are available. For important visual elements, provide audio descriptions for users with visual impairments.

  • Offer settings to reduce motion or allow users to experience the AR content without relying solely on device motion, which can be difficult for users with vestibular disorders.

  • Ensure the AR experience works well across different devices, screen sizes, and orientations (landscape and portrait).

If you have real-time notifications or prompts in the AR experience, make sure they’re screen reader-friendly or provide text notifications.

Allow users to adjust settings like font size, colors, and sound to better suit their needs.

For resources, you might want to check out the W3C Accessibility Guidelines.

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Thank you for your reply, it’s super clear.

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