Web Accessibility

Scroll Example

If you use motion or animation, make sure that it's necessary.

Avoid blinking or scrolling text. Moving text and animation can be a distraction to people with cognitive disabilities. Screen readers or individuals with visual or cognitive disabilities may not be able to read moving text.

Technique to Avoid

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