Using a screen reader

We design the reading flow to the strictest level (AAA) of WCAG 2.2, the international accessibility standard, and run automated accessibility checks on every change.

What is built in

• A Skip to main content link at the top of every page.
• Landmarks and a logical heading order, so you can move around a page by region or by heading.
• Full keyboard access, with a visible focus outline. See keyboard shortcuts.
• Labels on every control, including icon-only buttons.
• Status updates, such as a loading article or a finished export, announced without moving your focus.
• Text that can be resized and reflows when you zoom.

What we have not tested yet

We have not yet done a manual test with screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS or VoiceOver. Our automated checks catch many problems, but not all of them, so you may find rough edges. We do not yet claim full conformance with WCAG 2.2.

Tell us what breaks

If something does not work with your screen reader, email [email protected] and tell us which screen reader and browser you use. We aim to reply within five working days. You can read the full accessibility statement for more detail.