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We’ve grouped our improvements into four major focus areas, each targeting common challenges and feedback from users and accessibility audits.
Axe DevTools results: no contrast or semantic HTML issues found
We’re refining the visual clarity of Canvas to better support users with low vision, color blindness, and other visual impairments:
Screen reader announces the button's label, role, and selected state for improved accessibility
Canvas content will be easier to interpret and navigate for users of screen readers and other assistive tools, thanks to improvements in markup and element roles:
Screen reader announces the button's label, role, and selected state for improved accessibility
We’re making error states more visible and understandable—across all input types and interaction modes:
Buttons meet accessibility standards with visible focus indicators and full keyboard operability
We’re refining keyboard and screen reader navigation to create a consistent and intuitive user experience:
We’ve been rolling out these accessibility updates gradually and will continue to keep you informed along the way. We’re excited to hear how these improvements are positively impacting the learner experience and invite you to share your insights. Whether through our new Accessibility User Group, support tickets, or direct conversations with our team, your feedback helps us shape a more inclusive and effective learning environment.
Thank you for being an essential part of the Canvas community and for partnering with us in our shared mission to make education more accessible for all.
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Accessibility Product Manager passionate about building inclusive digital experiences for everyone. I partner with teams across the company to ensure our products meet accessibility standards and truly serve all users.
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