Google’s New Tool Helps Users Create Accessible Websites

Google Launches New Tool for Accessible Websites

(Google’s New Tool Helps Users Create Accessible Websites)

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google introduced a new tool today. This tool helps people build websites everyone can use. Many websites have problems for disabled users. Google wants to fix this.

The tool scans websites for common issues. It finds missing image descriptions. It checks text color against backgrounds. Bad color choices make reading hard. The tool also tests keyboard navigation. Some users cannot use a mouse. They rely on keyboards instead. The tool flags forms without labels. Forms need clear labels for screen readers. Videos without captions get flagged too.

Using the tool is simple. Developers add it during website building. It runs automatically. It spots errors fast. Then it suggests fixes. For example, it might say “Add alt text to this image.” Alt text describes pictures for blind users. The tool explains each problem clearly. This saves developers time. They fix issues early.

Google made this tool free. Anyone can use it now. The company follows global accessibility standards. These rules are called WCAG. Google’s tool teaches developers these rules. It includes short guides. The guides show why changes matter.

Web accessibility affects millions. Over one billion people live with disabilities. Many face web barriers daily. Google believes the internet should work for all. This tool pushes that goal forward. Accessible sites help businesses too. They reach more customers. They avoid legal complaints.

The tool fits popular web development programs. Google tested it with real users. Feedback shaped improvements. Google plans updates based on user needs.

(Google’s New Tool Helps Users Create Accessible Websites)

Company experts stress accessibility’s importance. They say good design includes everyone. Small changes make big differences. Google encourages all web creators to try the tool.