Checklist for developing accessible websites

Forms

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1. Form labels are associated with their elements by placing them immediately above or to the left of the element.

   Yes No N/A

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2. Only one text entry box is provided per line.

   Yes No N/A

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3. ALT text is used to describe the function of any graphical buttons used.

   Yes No N/A

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4. The <LABEL> tag in HTML is used to connect the form element and its label.

   Yes No N/A

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5. Forms can be emailed or downloaded, filled in and then faxed or mailed.

   Yes No N/A

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6. An assistance phone number is provided.

   Yes No N/A

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7. A logical tab order through form controls is provided.

   Yes No N/A

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8. Keyboard shortcuts for moving to different fields are provided.

   Yes No N/A

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9. A button has been included for form submissions and drop-down lists.

   Yes No N/A

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