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How to test criterion 9.2 “Does each complex shape conveying information have a text alternative?”

WCAG references
  • 1.1.1 Non-text content (A)
Pdfua
  • 8.2.5.28.1 Figure semantics
  • 8.2.5.28.2 Figure properties
  • 8.4.3 Replacements and alternatives for text
  • 8.5.2 Use of ActualText
  • 8.9.2.2 Annotations as artifacts
  • 8.9.2.4.7 Rubber stamp
  • 8.9.2.4.8 Ink
  • 8.9.2.4.19 3D and RichMedia
  • 8.9.4.2 Alt properties

Official methodology to test criterion 9.2

Test 1 (9.2.1)

Does each complex shape conveying information satisfy one of these conditions?

  • The complex shape has a text alternative.
  • A link adjacent to the complex shape provides access to a text alternative.