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Accessibility
· 13 checks — Landmarks, headings, alt text, forms, and link quality rolled into one auditable list.SCORE
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133 PASS 2 REVIEW 8 FIX
DAlt Text QualityAction5 of 93 images have issuesFIX
Alt Text Quality
Action5 of 93 images have issues
5 of 93 images have issues
Critical::
5 image(s) missing alt attribute
Images without alt text are invisible to screen readers.
Info::
21 image(s) with alt text over 125 characters
Info::
8 decorative image(s) correctly marked
Info::
59 image(s) with good alt text
93 images 59 good alt text 8 decorative 5 missing
| Issue | Count |
|---|---|
| missing | 5 image(s) |
| too long | 21 image(s) |
Images without alt text are invisible to screen readers.
Why this matters
Each image without alt text is a WCAG 1.1.1 failure — invisible to screen-reader users, lost from Google Image Search.
Learn more ▾ ▴
WCAG 2.1 Level A requires text alternatives for non-decorative images. Empty alt='' is fine for decorative; meaningful images need descriptive text. Common fixes: CMS audit + bulk add, build-time linter (alt-text-required ESLint rule), CI gate on Lighthouse a11y score.
Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 1.1.1 / WebAIM Million Report
DForm AccessibilityAction17 of 22 controls have issuesFIX
Form Accessibility
Action17 of 22 controls have issues
17 of 22 controls have issues
Critical::
16 control(s) without accessible label
Form controls need a <label>, aria-label, or aria-labelledby for screen readers.
Got: <input type="submit" id="submitBtn">; <input type="radio" name="burgerbar-expand" id="burgerbar-none">; <input type="radio" name="burgerbar-expand" id="burgerbar">; <input type="email" name="MAIL">; <input type="submit">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block00">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block01">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block02">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block03">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block04"> (+6 more)
Warning::
1 control(s) rely on placeholder only
Placeholder text disappears on focus and is not a reliable label.
Got: <input type="email" name="email" id="emailInput">
Info::
5 control(s) properly labeled
22 controls
5 labeled
1 placeholder only
16 unlabeled
| Control | Type | Label | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| #CONTACT_OTHER_BRANDS | checkbox | none | |
| #search-checkbox | checkbox | Search | for/id |
| #search-input | search | Search Windows Central | for/id |
| CONTACT_OTHER_BRANDS | checkbox | none | |
| CONTACT_PARTNERS | checkbox | none | |
| #emailInput | (your@example.com) | placeholder only | |
| #burgerbar-none | radio | (none) | none |
| (none) | none | ||
| #burgerbar | radio | (none) | none |
| #submitBtn | submit | (none) | none |
| input | submit | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block00 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block01 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block02 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block03 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block04 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block05 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block06 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block07 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block08 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block09 | radio | (none) | none |
| #cml-wc-experts-block010 | radio | (none) | none |
Form controls need a <label>, aria-label, or aria-labelledby for screen readers.
<input type="submit" id="submitBtn">; <input type="radio" name="burgerbar-expand" id="burgerbar-none">; <input type="radio" name="burgerbar-expand" id="burgerbar">; <input type="email" name="MAIL">; <input type="submit">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block00">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block01">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block02">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block03">; <input type="radio" name="carousel-multi-css--wc-experts-block0-radio" id="cml-wc-experts-block04"> (+6 more)
Why this matters
Form controls without labels — assistive tech announces 'edit text' with no context; users can't complete forms.
Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 3.3.2
Placeholder text disappears on focus and is not a reliable label.
<input type="email" name="email" id="emailInput">
Why this matters
Placeholder-only labels disappear when the user starts typing — they must remember what the field was for.
Learn more ▾ ▴
Placeholders are NOT labels. They vanish on input, fail color contrast checks (most are gray), and don't satisfy WCAG SC 3.3.2. Always use a real <label> alongside (or aria-labelledby).
Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 3.3.2 / Nielsen Norman
DLink & Button QualityAction6 issue(s) across 466 links and 35 buttonsFIX
Link & Button Quality
Action6 issue(s) across 466 links and 35 buttons
6 issue(s) across 466 links and 35 buttons
Critical::
2 link(s) with no accessible text
Links without text are announced as raw URLs by screen readers.
Got: https://www.windowscentral.com; a.meganav-item__link (#794 on page)
Warning::
1 link(s) with generic text
Generic link text like 'click here' doesn't describe the destination.
Got: https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft ("Learn More")
Warning::
15 link(s) open in new tab without warning
Add '(opens in new tab)' to link text or aria-label.
Got: https://futureplc.com/future-member-terms-and-conditions/; https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/; https://futureplc.com/terms-conditions/; https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/; https://futureplc.com/; https://futureplc.com/terms-conditions/; https://futureplc.com/contact/; https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/; https://futureplc.com/cookies-policy/; https://futureplc.com/careers/ (+5 more)
Critical::
3 button(s) with no accessible text
Icon-only buttons need an aria-label so screen readers can announce them.
Got: button#close-bnt; button#scroll-left-btn; button#scroll-right-btn
Info::
448 link(s) with descriptive text
466 links
2 empty
1 generic text
15 new tab
3 empty buttons
| Element | Text | Issue | Suggested Fix |
|---|---|---|---|
| https://futureplc.com/future-member-term… | Terms & Conditions | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/ | Privacy Policy | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft | Learn More | generic text | Replace with descriptive text |
Before: Learn More Suggested: Microsoft | |||
| https://www.windowscentral.com | (empty) | empty | Add link text or aria-label |
| (empty) | empty | Add link text or aria-label | |
| https://futureplc.com/terms-conditions/ | Terms & Conditions | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/ | Privacy Policy | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/ | Visit our corporate site | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/terms-conditions/ | Terms and conditions | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/contact/ | Contact Future's experts | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/ | Privacy policy | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/cookies-policy/ | Cookies policy | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/careers/ | Careers | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://futureplc.com/licensing/ | Licensing | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://www.windowscentral.com/about | About us | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://forums.windowscentral.com/ | Forums | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://go.future-advertising.com/Window… | Advertise with us | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://www.androidcentral.com/ | Android Central | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| <button> | (empty) | empty | Add button text or aria-label |
| <button> | (empty) | empty | Add button text or aria-label |
| <button> | (empty) | empty | Add button text or aria-label |
480 links and buttons have descriptive text
Links without text are announced as raw URLs by screen readers.
https://www.windowscentral.com; a.meganav-item__link (#794 on page)
Why this matters
Links with no accessible text (empty <a></a>, image-only no alt, icon-only no aria-label) are unidentifiable to screen readers.
Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 2.4.4
Generic link text like 'click here' doesn't describe the destination.
https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft ("Learn More")
Why this matters
Generic anchor text ('click here', 'read more', 'learn more') tells screen readers and search engines nothing about the destination.
Learn more ▾ ▴
Out-of-context lists of links read by AT (one navigation pattern) become useless when every link says 'click here'. Use the destination's title or topic as anchor text. Doubles as SEO win — Google passes anchor-text relevance to the destination.
Source: WCAG 2.4.4 / Google Search Central
Add '(opens in new tab)' to link text or aria-label.
https://futureplc.com/future-member-terms-and-conditions/; https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/; https://futureplc.com/terms-conditions/; https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/; https://futureplc.com/; https://futureplc.com/terms-conditions/; https://futureplc.com/contact/; https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/; https://futureplc.com/cookies-policy/; https://futureplc.com/careers/ (+5 more)
Why this matters
Links with target="_blank" without rel="noopener" leak the originating page's window context — security and UX issue.
Learn more ▾ ▴
Without rel="noopener", the new tab can navigate the original tab via window.opener (tab-nabbing attack). Modern browsers default to noopener for target=_blank but only since recent versions. Always set rel="noopener noreferrer" explicitly.
Source: MDN target / OWASP
Icon-only buttons need an aria-label so screen readers can announce them.
button#close-bnt; button#scroll-left-btn; button#scroll-right-btn
Why this matters
Buttons with no accessible text (icon-only, no aria-label) can't be activated by voice control or understood by screen readers.
Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 4.1.2
D404 Error PageActionHTTP 404, custom pageFIX
404 Error Page
ActionHTTP 404, custom page
HTTP 404, custom page
Info::
Correct 404 status code returned
Got: HTTP 404
Info::
Custom styled 404 page
404 Page Quality ✓ Custom 404 Page
Status Code HTTP 404 ✓Custom Styling ✓Navigation ✗Homepage Link ✗Search Form ✗
DWeb ManifestActionNot foundFIX
Web Manifest
ActionNot found
Not found
Info::
No web manifest found
No manifest at standard paths (/manifest.json, /site.webmanifest). A manifest is optional but enables PWA features like home screen installation and standalone display.
No web manifest found.
DDark Mode SupportActionNo dark mode signalsFIX
Dark Mode Support
ActionNo dark mode signals
No dark mode signals
Info::
No dark mode signals detected
Consider adding CSS with @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark) and <meta name='color-scheme' content='light dark'>.
Info::
Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles
External CSS files may contain prefers-color-scheme rules not visible to this scan.
Dark ModeNo Dark Mode Detected
color-scheme meta Not set ✗Dark theme-color Not set ✗CSS indicators Not detected ✗
Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles.
DPrint StylesheetActionNo print stylesFIX
Print Stylesheet
ActionNo print styles
No print styles
Info::
No print-specific styles detected
When users print this page, they get the screen layout including navigation and non-essential elements. Add @media print rules to hide navigation and optimize layout for paper.
Print Stylesheet No Print Styles
Print stylesheet Not found ✗Inline @media print Not detected ✗
BFavicon & Branding7 icon(s) detectedREVIEW
Favicon & Branding
7 icon(s) detected
7 icon(s) detected
Info::
favicon.ico present at site root
Info::
HTML icon links detected
Info::
Apple touch icon present
Info::
Multiple icon sizes detected
✓ favicon.ico Present
✓ PNG Icons Present
✓ Apple Touch Present
✗ SVG Favicon Missing
✗ Manifest Icons Missing
✓ Multiple Sizes Present
BLighthouse Accessibility AuditsScore 85/100 — 5 failing, 29 passedREVIEW
Lighthouse Accessibility Audits
Score 85/100 — 5 failing, 29 passed
85
Accessibility
These checks highlight opportunities to improve the accessibility of your web app. Automatic detection can only detect a subset of issues and does not guarantee the accessibility of your web app, so manual testing is also encouraged.
ARIA
Focusable descendents within an `[aria-hidden="true"]` element prevent those interactive elements from being available to users of assistive technologies like screen readers. Learn how `aria-hidden` affects focusable elements.
Why this matters
Informational: a Permissions-Policy directive showing feature -> allowed origins.
Source: MDN Permissions-Policy
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Advertisement body.limit-width > div#main > div#top-leaderboard > div#bordeaux-slot_static_3-hook_0 |
Advertisement div#widgetArea1 > div#ads-lightbox2 > div#bdx_static-lightbox2 > div#bordeaux-slot_static_0-hook_0 |
Advertisement div#widgetArea1 > div#ads-ligthbox3 > div#bdx_static-lightbox3 > div#bordeaux-slot_static_1-hook_0 |
Advertisement body.limit-width > div.bordeaux-anchored-container > div#bordeaux_slot_anchored > div#bordeaux-ad-0 |
These are opportunities to improve the usage of ARIA in your application which may enhance the experience for users of assistive technology, like a screen reader.
Contrast
Low-contrast text is difficult or impossible for many users to read. Learn how to provide sufficient color contrast.
Why this matters
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Advertisement div#ads-lightbox2 > div#bdx_static-lightbox2 > div#bordeaux-slot_static_0-hook_0 > div#bordeaux-slot_static_0-hook_0-label |
Advertisement div#ads-ligthbox3 > div#bdx_static-lightbox3 > div#bordeaux-slot_static_1-hook_0 > div#bordeaux-slot_static_1-hook_0-label |
These are opportunities to improve the legibility of your content.
Names and labels
Informative elements should aim for short, descriptive alternate text. Decorative elements can be ignored with an empty alt attribute. Learn more about the `alt` attribute.
Why this matters
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
div.bordeaux-anchored-container > div#bordeaux_slot_anchored > div.bordeaux-anchored-close > img div.bordeaux-anchored-container > div#bordeaux_slot_anchored > div.bordeaux-anchored-close > img |
Labels ensure that form controls are announced properly by assistive technologies, like screen readers. Learn more about form element labels.
Why this matters
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
div.newsletter-form__container > section.newsletter-form__main-section > form.newsletter-form__form > input.form__email-input div.newsletter-form__container > section.newsletter-form__main-section > form.newsletter-form__form > input.form__email-input |
These are opportunities to improve the semantics of the controls in your application. This may enhance the experience for users of assistive technology, like a screen reader.
Visible text labels that do not match the accessible name can result in a confusing experience for screen reader users. Learn more about accessible names.
Why this matters
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Baldur's Gate 3 director reacts to Xbox Game Pass removing Call of Duty from da… div.wdn-fte-rcr > div.list-text-links > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Former Xbox director Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' may be teasing interest to rejoi… div.wdn-fte-rcr > div.list-text-links > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
This limited Forza Horizon 6 Xbox gear caught my eye, and I'm tempted div.wdn-fte-rcr > div.list-text-links > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Xbox Game Pass price gets a MASSIVE price cut — Call of Duty 2026 will NOT be i… div.wdn-fte-rcr > div.list-text-links > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
This 3D‑printed dock finally makes the Surface Pro lap‑friendly div.wdn-fte-rcr > div.list-text-links > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
I wish more Hall-Effect Xbox controllers had GameSir's price tag div.wdn-fte-rcr > div.list-text-links > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Xbox Game Pass price gets a massive price cut: Here are the details, and the fa… div.mainCarousel > section#homePageCarousel > div#Item1 > a.article-link |
ExplorerPatcher just hit 42M downloads, so why aren't more people talking about… div.mainCarousel > section#homePageCarousel > div#Item3 > a.article-link |
Ex-PlayStation CEO chimes in on Game Pass; Xbox's CEO would "love to chat."
8 C… div.mainCarousel > section#homePageCarousel > div#Item4 > a.article-link |
ThinkPad’s flawless repairability score raises tough questions for Microsoft Su… div.mainCarousel > section#homePageCarousel > div#Item7 > a.article-link |
14 frustrating Windows 11 defaults are hurting performance and privacy
4 Commen… div.mainCarousel > section#homePageCarousel > div#Item8 > a.article-link |
Windows 11’s April 2026 update (KB5083769) is triggering BitLocker chaos div.mainCarousel > section#homePageCarousel > div#Item10 > a.article-link |
Hate the Windows 11 Taskbar? Here’s the ultimate way to bring back a classic lo… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Dear Xbox, stop apologizing for your existence
By Jez Corden published yesterd… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Windows Wrap: Surface prices rise, Surface Pro 12 rumors, modder boom, and more… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
World of Warcraft finally kills 'pirate' server Turtle WoW ... but there are re… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
I tested 5 games on the Zenbook A16: Can Windows on ARM attract any gamers?
By… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Retro PC gaming is booming as more players build their own rigs
By Cale Hunt p… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Hate the Windows 11 Taskbar? Here’s the ultimate way to bring back a classic lo… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
"Parents Decide Act" pushes Windows towards forced age verification
By Kevin O… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Windows Wrap: Surface prices rise, Surface Pro 12 rumors, modder boom, and more… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Renewed scrutiny of Windows Recall highlights risky handoffs
By Kevin Okemwa p… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Microsoft is finally adding the right kind of AI support to Windows 11
By Zac … section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
I tested 5 games on the Zenbook A16: Can Windows on ARM attract any gamers?
By… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Intel reveals new Core Series 3 mobile CPUs for "value buyers"
By Cale Hunt pu… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Panasonic Toughbook 56: Rugged modular laptop for field service, public safety,… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
EXCLUSIVE: Microsoft plans OLED display upgrades and a two-stage launch for new… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Is the lightweight Zenbook A16 a better buy than the Zenbook S 16?
By Cale Hun… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Microsoft has killed its Surface Hub line of collaborative displays
By Zac Bow… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Our favorite Snapdragon X Elite Surface PC says 'No' to rising prices
By Alexa… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Wireless or wired. Playable on Xbox or PC. This controller that's 37% off can d… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
A 1000Hz Xbox/PC controller worth spotlighting: Wolverine V3 Pro
By Alexander … section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
OmniBook X Flip delivers steady performance and all‑day battery life
By Alexan… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
A budget Xbox headset with surprisingly accurate audio
By Alexander Cope publi… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
480Hz at 1080p or 240Hz at 4K: There's no game this monitor can't handle
By Al… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
How the Steam Deck became an unlikely Windows handheld
By Cale Hunt published … section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Xbox Ally X gets Xbox app upgrade with new display widget and more
By Adam Hal… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
AYANEO can't sell its NEXT 2 gaming handheld because it's "no longer sustainabl… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Teams meetings are about to get less chaotic thanks to UI fixes
By Sean Endico… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
You'll finally be able to use Rewards points directly on Xbox soon
By Adam Hal… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Xbox hires for major new comms role to "protect and elevate" the brand
By Adam… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Xbox's Starfield just topped US game sales for the first time since launch
By … section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Dear Xbox, stop apologizing for your existence
By Jez Corden published yesterd… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
OpenAI’s new feature is just like Windows Recall: Chronicle watches you
By Kev… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Microsoft says its faster MAI-Image-2-Efficient AI model slashes costs
By Kevi… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Former Microsoft Xbox VP says AI is "the big question mark" for the future of g… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Did ChatGPT just call Sam Altman a liar?
By Kevin Okemwa published April 8, 20… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Lenovo Qira and HP IQ are both heading your way soon. Which one suits you best?… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
OneDrive files deleted from the cloud will soon bypass the local Recycle Bin
B… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Microsoft Rewards is changing in May and earning points may get harder
By Adam… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Join us for the LIVE Windows Central Podcast today at 2PM ET!
By Zac Bowden la… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Is Microsoft's Security Response Center broken in light of BlueHammer?
By Cale… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Excel incorrectly thinks 1900 is a leap year (and it won't be fixed)
By Cale H… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Windows and Xbox shift toward user feedback, but fans are questioning the timin… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Azure's cloud platform problems stem from AI, says a former engineer
By Kevin … section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
ASUS ROG Raikiri II: build quality, input tech, and who benefits most
By Jez C… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
Turtle Beach unveils the successor to the Stealth Pro with upgraded sound, new … section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
How CRT gaming is being reborn with the help of diehard enthusiasts
By Cale Hu… section.listingResultsWrapper > div.listingResults > div.listingResult > a.article-link |
○Interactive controls are keyboard focusable
○Interactive elements indicate their purpose and state
○The page has a logical tab order
○Visual order on the page follows DOM order
○User focus is not accidentally trapped in a region
○The user's focus is directed to new content added to the page
○HTML5 landmark elements are used to improve navigation
○Offscreen content is hidden from assistive technology
○Custom controls have associated labels
○Custom controls have ARIA roles
●`[aria-*]` attributes match their roles
●`[aria-hidden="true"]` is not present on the document `<body>`
●`[role]`s have all required `[aria-*]` attributes
●`[role]` values are valid
●`[aria-*]` attributes have valid values
●`[aria-*]` attributes are valid and not misspelled
●Buttons have an accessible name
●Input buttons have discernible text.
●`[user-scalable="no"]` is not used in the `<meta name="viewport">` element and the `[maximum-scale]` attribute is not less than 5.
●`button`, `link`, and `menuitem` elements have accessible names
●ARIA attributes are used as specified for the element's role
●Elements use only permitted ARIA attributes
●Document has a `<title>` element
●`<frame>` or `<iframe>` elements have a title
●`<html>` element has a `[lang]` attribute
●`<html>` element has a valid value for its `[lang]` attribute
●Links are distinguishable without relying on color.
●Links have a discernible name
●Lists contain only `<li>` elements and script supporting elements (`<script>` and `<template>`).
●List items (`<li>`) are contained within `<ul>`, `<ol>` or `<menu>` parent elements
●No element has a `[tabindex]` value greater than 0
●Touch targets have sufficient size and spacing.
●Heading elements appear in a sequentially-descending order
●Skip links are focusable.
●Document has a main landmark.
●Deprecated ARIA roles were not used
●Uses ARIA roles only on compatible elements
●Image elements do not have `[alt]` attributes that are redundant text.
●Identical links have the same purpose.
○`[accesskey]` values are unique
○Elements with `role="dialog"` or `role="alertdialog"` have accessible names.
○ARIA input fields have accessible names
○ARIA `meter` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `progressbar` elements have accessible names
○Elements with an ARIA `[role]` that require children to contain a specific `[role]` have all required children.
○`[role]`s are contained by their required parent element
○Elements with the `role=text` attribute do not have focusable descendents.
○ARIA toggle fields have accessible names
○ARIA `tooltip` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `treeitem` elements have accessible names
○The page contains a heading, skip link, or landmark region
○`<dl>`'s contain only properly-ordered `<dt>` and `<dd>` groups, `<script>`, `<template>` or `<div>` elements.
○Definition list items are wrapped in `<dl>` elements
○ARIA IDs are unique
○No form fields have multiple labels
○`<html>` element has an `[xml:lang]` attribute with the same base language as the `[lang]` attribute.
○`<input type="image">` elements have `[alt]` text
○The document does not use `<meta http-equiv="refresh">`
○`<object>` elements have alternate text
○Select elements have associated label elements.
○Cells in a `<table>` element that use the `[headers]` attribute refer to table cells within the same table.
○`<th>` elements and elements with `[role="columnheader"/"rowheader"]` have data cells they describe.
○`[lang]` attributes have a valid value
○`<video>` elements contain a `<track>` element with `[kind="captions"]`
○Tables have different content in the summary attribute and `<caption>`.
○All heading elements contain content.
○Tables use `<caption>` instead of cells with the `[colspan]` attribute to indicate a caption.
○`<td>` elements in a large `<table>` have one or more table headers.
ALandmark Structure80 landmarksPASS
Landmark Structure
80 landmarks
80 landmarks
Info::
<main> landmark present
Info::
5 <nav> landmark(s) found
Warning::
1 of 5 <nav> elements are unlabeled
Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.
Info::
Skip navigation link present
Page Structure — as a screen reader sees it
Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.
Why this matters
Some <nav> elements lack aria-label — screen-reader users hear 'navigation' multiple times with no way to distinguish them.
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When a page has multiple <nav> regions (primary, footer, breadcrumb), each needs aria-label or aria-labelledby. AT users navigate by landmark; identical 'navigation' announcements force them to enter each one to discover purpose.
Source: WAI-ARIA Authoring Practices
A+Heading Hierarchy75 headingsPASS
Heading Hierarchy
75 headings
75 headings
Info::
Single H1 present
- H1 Windows Central
- H2 Latest News
- H3 Baldur's Gate 3 director reacts to Xbox Game Pass removing Call of Duty from day one access
- H3 Former Xbox director Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' may be teasing interest to rejoin the brand
- H3 This limited Forza Horizon 6 Xbox gear caught my eye, and I'm tempted
- H3 Xbox Game Pass price gets a MASSIVE price cut — Call of Duty 2026 will NOT be included
- H3 This 3D‑printed dock finally makes the Surface Pro lap‑friendly
- H3 I wish more Hall-Effect Xbox controllers had GameSir's price tag
- H2 Features
- H3 Hate the Windows 11 Taskbar? Here’s the ultimate way to bring back a classic look from Windows 95 to Windows Vista
- H3 Dear Xbox, stop apologizing for your existence
- H3 Windows Wrap: Surface prices rise, Surface Pro 12 rumors, modder boom, and more
- H3 World of Warcraft finally kills 'pirate' server Turtle WoW ... but there are real lessons here
- H3 I tested 5 games on the Zenbook A16: Can Windows on ARM attract any gamers?
- H3 Retro PC gaming is booming as more players build their own rigs
- H2 Windows & Software
- H3 Hate the Windows 11 Taskbar? Here’s the ultimate way to bring back a classic look from Windows 95 to Windows Vista
- H3 "Parents Decide Act" pushes Windows towards forced age verification
- H3 Windows Wrap: Surface prices rise, Surface Pro 12 rumors, modder boom, and more
- H3 Renewed scrutiny of Windows Recall highlights risky handoffs
- H3 Microsoft is finally adding the right kind of AI support to Windows 11
- H2 PC Hardware
- H3 I tested 5 games on the Zenbook A16: Can Windows on ARM attract any gamers?
- H3 Intel reveals new Core Series 3 mobile CPUs for "value buyers"
- H3 Panasonic Toughbook 56: Rugged modular laptop for field service, public safety, and utilities
- H3 EXCLUSIVE: Microsoft plans OLED display upgrades and a two-stage launch for new Surface PCs in 2026
- H3 Is the lightweight Zenbook A16 a better buy than the Zenbook S 16?
- H3 Microsoft has killed its Surface Hub line of collaborative displays
- H2 Meet the team
- H3 Zac Bowden
- H3 Jennifer Young
- H3 Daniel Rubino
- H3 Richard Devine
- H3 Sean Endicott
- H3 Jez Corden
- H3 Mauro Hucalak
- H3 Cale Hunt
- H3 Ben Wilson
- H3 Kevin Okemwa
- H3 Brendan Lowry
- H2 Deals
- H3 Our favorite Snapdragon X Elite Surface PC says 'No' to rising prices
- H3 Wireless or wired. Playable on Xbox or PC. This controller that's 37% off can do all that and more
- H3 A 1000Hz Xbox/PC controller worth spotlighting: Wolverine V3 Pro
- H3 OmniBook X Flip delivers steady performance and all‑day battery life
- H3 A budget Xbox headset with surprisingly accurate audio
- H3 480Hz at 1080p or 240Hz at 4K: There's no game this monitor can't handle
- H2 Handheld Gaming PCs
- H3 How the Steam Deck became an unlikely Windows handheld
- H3 Xbox Ally X gets Xbox app upgrade with new display widget and more
- H3 AYANEO can't sell its NEXT 2 gaming handheld because it's "no longer sustainable"
- H2 Gaming
- H3 Teams meetings are about to get less chaotic thanks to UI fixes
- H3 You'll finally be able to use Rewards points directly on Xbox soon
- H3 Xbox hires for major new comms role to "protect and elevate" the brand
- H3 Xbox's Starfield just topped US game sales for the first time since launch
- H3 Dear Xbox, stop apologizing for your existence
- H2 Artificial Intelligence
- H3 OpenAI’s new feature is just like Windows Recall: Chronicle watches you
- H3 Microsoft says its faster MAI-Image-2-Efficient AI model slashes costs
- H3 Former Microsoft Xbox VP says AI is "the big question mark" for the future of gaming
- H3 Did ChatGPT just call Sam Altman a liar?
- H3 Lenovo Qira and HP IQ are both heading your way soon. Which one suits you best?
- H3 OneDrive files deleted from the cloud will soon bypass the local Recycle Bin
- H2 Microsoft
- H3 Microsoft Rewards is changing in May and earning points may get harder
- H3 Join us for the LIVE Windows Central Podcast today at 2PM ET!
- H3 Is Microsoft's Security Response Center broken in light of BlueHammer?
- H3 Excel incorrectly thinks 1900 is a leap year (and it won't be fixed)
- H3 Windows and Xbox shift toward user feedback, but fans are questioning the timing
- H3 Azure's cloud platform problems stem from AI, says a former engineer
- H2 Peripherals & Accessories
- H3 ASUS ROG Raikiri II: build quality, input tech, and who benefits most
- H3 Turtle Beach unveils the successor to the Stealth Pro with upgraded sound, new features
- H3 How CRT gaming is being reborn with the help of diehard enthusiasts
A+Color Contrast (Screenshot)20 text elements analyzed, 0 fail WCAG AAPASS
Color Contrast (Screenshot)
20 text elements analyzed, 0 fail WCAG AA
Analyzes text contrast against the actual rendered page, including background images, gradients, and overlays that CSS-based tools cannot detect.
20 pass
Show all checked elements (20)
| Element | Ratio | Required | FG | BG | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h1 Windows Central | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Features | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Windows & Software | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 PC Hardware | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Deals | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Handheld Gaming PCs | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Gaming | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Artificial Intellige… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Microsoft | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h2 Peripherals & Access… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 Baldur's Gate 3 dire… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 Former Xbox director… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 This limited Forza H… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 Xbox Game Pass price… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 This 3D‑printed do… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 I wish more Hall-Eff… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 Hate the Windows 11 … | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 Dear Xbox, stop apol… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 Windows Wrap: Surfac… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
| h3 World of Warcraft fi… | 4.53:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #2069FF | Pass |
Methodology: The top 20 text elements by font size were checked. Background color was sampled from the desktop screenshot using a 5-point pattern. WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.
All checks on this page are automated. Results are estimates - run targeted manual reviews when the score affects a release decision.