How do I create an accessible hypertext link?
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Introduction:
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Use meaningful text for links
No capitalized letters
Do not use URLs for link text
Avoid using the word “link” as part of the link text
Do not use tooltips or screen tips to add more information
Instructions:
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Creating Hypertext Links
1. Use meaningful text for links
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3. Do not use URLs for link text
Hypertext URLs (like https://www.fredonia.edu/about/offices/information-technology-services) should not be used. Screen readers will only read the URL one letter at a time and would be very time consuming. Short URLs can be used but only to show what the URL is, (like www.fredonia.edu). However, this sort of link is unneeded and is better to have more readable link text like Fredonia Homepage website.
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Accessible Hypertext Link:
For more information about , visit WCAG 2.1 Web Accessibility Guidelines visit https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG21/
Inaccessible Hypertext Links:
For more information about WCAG 2.1 Web Accessibility Guidelines visit https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG21/.
For more information about WCAG 2.1 Web Accessibility Guidelines visit click here.
Links for Printed Documents
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For more information about WCAG 2.1 Web Accessibility Guidelines visit https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG21/ (https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG21/).
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