Level AA
Navigational mechanisms that are repeated on multiple Web pages within a set of Web pages occur in the same relative order each time they are repeated, unless a change is initiated by the user.>
Explanation
When ways to navigate content are repeated on multiple pages, they must be presented in a consistent manner. This makes it easier for people to learn how to navigate the content, and it enables people to develop strategies (like using screen reader shortcuts) for more efficient navigation.
Roles
- Design
- Development
- QA
Requirements
- Navigation mechanisms are presented consistently wherever they are used.
Common mistakes
- A main navigation block is used on multiple pages, but is located in a different place on each page;
- A breadcrumb navigation is used on multiple pages, but is presented in a different format on each page.
Official resources
- 3.2.3 Consistent Navigation
- Understanding 3.2.3 Consistent Navigation
- How to meet 3.2.3 Consistent Navigation