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Any functionality that can be achieved by dragging (click and hold then move) must be operable without the need for dragging (unless essential).

WCAG 2 criterion

2.5.7 Dragging Movements (Level AA)

Tools and requirements

• Manual Assessment

Test procedure
This criterion does not apply to essential functionality.

Essential or out-of-scope functionality includes

• A written signature field (where you drag the cursor to write)
• A canvas where you have the option to draw freehand
• Scrollable areas
• Any scenario where two pointers are used (such as a pinch movement for zoom)

Identify if there is any non-essential functionality on the site that supports click and drag.

Some examples might include

• An interface where the user is presented with a large list of options alongside a list of selected items and moving items from the options list to the selection list (usually presented as two side-by-side columns).
• A map where you can move around by clicking and dragging the canvas.
• A color picker where you can select a specific color by dragging the picker.
• A slide control (such as for volume control).
• A function where you can drag files into a target area to upload.

Any identified examples must have an option to achieve the same goal without requiring a click and drag. It may be achieved using buttons or keyboard shortcuts.