# WCAG 2.2 – 2.5.7 Dragging Movements

- Level: AA
- Principle: 2 Operable
- Guideline: 2.5 Input Modalities
- Introduced in: WCAG 2.2

## What the rule requires

Anything done by dragging can also be done with simple clicks. Dragging while holding is nearly impossible with a tremor or a mouth stick.

## How to get it right

For sortable lists also offer “Move up” and “Move down” buttons, and for sliders a number field.

## Who benefits

- People with motor disabilities

## Sources

- [This rule on wcag.dehl.net](https://wcag.dehl.net/en/wcag/2-5-7/)
- [Official W3C explanation](https://www.w3.org/WAI/WCAG22/Understanding/dragging-movements)
- [Techniques (WCAG Quick Reference)](https://www.w3.org/WAI/WCAG22/quickref/#dragging-movements)

_Plain-language explanation. Only the original W3C text is normative._