Sensory Characteristics Archives

Testing Methods: Sensory Characteristics

June 22, 2025July 5, 2025

WCAG 1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics is a Level A conformance level Success Criterion. It ensures that instructions for understanding and using content is not depend only on sensory attributes like shape, color, size, visual position, orientation, or sound.

Testing Methods: Three FlashesNovember 16, 2025
Testing WCAG 2.3.2 Three Flashes is most effective using a hybrid approach. Automated scans provide broad coverage, AI detects subtle flashes, and manual testing ensures real-user accuracy, creating safer, inclusive digital experiences.
Testing Methods: Three Flashes or Below ThresholdNovember 15, 2025
WCAG 2.3.1 ensures web content flashes no more than three times per second, protecting users with photosensitive epilepsy, neurological sensitivities, or attention challenges. A hybrid testing approach using automated, AI, and manual methods ensures both safety and accessibility.
Testing Methods: TimeoutsNovember 14, 2025
WCAG 2.2.6 Timeouts ensures users are warned before inactivity leads to data loss. It supports those who need extra time to complete tasks and promotes inclusive design. A hybrid testing approach, automated, AI-based, and manual, best ensures compliance and real user protection.
Testing Methods: Re-authenticatingNovember 13, 2025
WCAG 2.2.5 Re-authenticating (Level AAA) ensures users can log back in without losing data or context. A hybrid testing approach, combining automated, AI, and manual methods, ensures accessibility, usability, and inclusive, user-centered workflows.
Testing Methods: InterruptionsNovember 12, 2025
WCAG 2.2.4 Interruptions (Level AAA) ensures users can control or disable nonessential alerts, reducing distractions and improving focus. A hybrid testing approach, combining automation, AI, and manual review, offers the most effective path to achieving true accessibility and user respect.