Contenteditable not recognized as editable by screen readers without ARIA
OS: Any Any · Device: Desktop or Laptop Any · Browser: Chrome Latest · Keyboard: US
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Contenteditable not recognized as editable by screen readers without ARIA
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| Case | OS | Device | Browser | Keyboard | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ce-0323-accessibility-screen-reader-role-textbox | Any Any | Desktop or Laptop Any | Chrome Latest | US | draft |
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OS: Any Any · Device: Desktop or Laptop Any · Browser: Chrome Latest · Keyboard: US
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Ensuring contenteditable editors are navigable for assistive technology users through proper ARIA mapping and engine synchronization.
Keyboard navigation in contenteditable elements must comply with WCAG 2.1.1 (Keyboard) and 2.1.2 (No Keyboard Trap) requirements. The Tab key typically moves focus out of contenteditable, while arrow keys move the caret. Custom keyboard handling must ensure all functionality is keyboard-operable and focus remains visible.
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