Accessibility & Symbols
A 5-part accessibility series covering WCAG requirements, screen reader behavior, ARIA labeling, icon fonts, and Braille integration.
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How Screen Readers Handle Unicode Symbols and Emoji
Learn how screen readers announce Unicode symbols, emoji, and special characters — NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver behavior differences and best practices.
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ARIA and Unicode: Making Decorative Symbols Accessible
Use ARIA attributes to make Unicode symbols and emoji accessible — aria-label, aria-hidden, role=img patterns, and screen reader testing strategies.
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WCAG and Special Characters: Meeting Accessibility Standards
How WCAG success criteria apply to Unicode symbols — text alternatives, contrast requirements, and specific techniques for special character accessibility.
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Accessible Emoji: How to Use Emoji Without Excluding Users
Make emoji accessible — screen reader behavior, aria-label patterns, avoiding emoji overuse, social media accessibility, and cognitive considerations.
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5
Unicode Accessibility Checklist: 15 Checks for Inclusive Text
A practical 15-point checklist for Unicode accessibility — from decorative symbol hiding to language declaration, RTL support, and proper text alternatives.