Level ASince WCAG 2.1
2.5.1 Pointer Gestures
Guideline 2.5: Input Modalities – Using touch, pointers and motion is simple and forgiving.
What does the rule require?
Functions that need multi-finger or swipe gestures also work with a simple tap or click.
How to get it right
For maps offer plus and minus buttons in addition to pinch zoom, and for carousels offer previous and next buttons.
Who benefits most?
- People with motor disabilities
Official wording
This page explains the rule in simple words. Only the original W3C text is normative.
- “Understanding Pointer Gestures” at W3C (external site)
- Techniques in the WCAG Quick Reference (external site)