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Web Accessibility Reviews

Content may only scroll in one dimension (horizontal or vertical) at a width and height equivalent of 320x256 pixels or larger. Excluded is content where a two-dimensional layout is necessary (video, data tables, maps, diagrams)

WGAC 2 criterion 1.4.10 Reflow (AA)
Category Resizing
ACT Rules

WCAG 2 criterion

1.4.10 Reflow (Level AA)

Tools and requirements

  • Manual Evaluation

Test procedure

Using the Chrome web inspector (F12), the easiest way to test for this criterion is to open the Responsive design preview menu. (![]) Within that menu, set the dimensions to a width of 320px and a height of 256px.

After setting those dimensions, ensure the entire page only scrolls in one direction (either horizontally or vertically). Only certain elements that require a two-dimensional layout are allowed to scroll in two directions. Examples include data tables, maps, and diagrams.

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