Wikipedia:Accessibility dos and don'ts
![]() | This page in a nutshell: All users, regardless of disability, should be able to read, navigate, and contribute to Wikipedia easily. |
Therefore, when editing articles:
DO[edit]
Do use high contrast and color-blind friendly color schemes.
Do provide alt text and a caption for most images.
Do provide a text description of any charts or diagrams.
Do nest headers sequentially.
Do create correctly structured tables.
Do encase non-English words or phrases in {{lang}}.
Do consider joining WikiProject Accessibility.
DON’T[edit]
Don't use color as the only means of conveying information.
Don't break up a line unless absolutely necessary.
Don't leave blank lines between list items.
Don't use Unicode characters as icons or images.
Don't use animations exceeding five seconds.
Don't hide content in collapsed boxes or scrolling sections