Level ASince WCAG 2.2New in 2.2
3.3.7 Redundant Entry
Guideline 3.3: Input Assistance – Forms help people avoid and correct mistakes.
What does the rule require?
What someone has already entered in a process does not have to be typed again. It is pre-filled or offered for selection.
How to get it right
Offer a “Billing address is the same as delivery address” checkbox and carry over known details automatically.
Who benefits most?
- People with cognitive disabilities
- People with motor disabilities
Official wording
This page explains the rule in simple words. Only the original W3C text is normative.
- “Understanding Redundant Entry” at W3C (external site)
- Techniques in the WCAG Quick Reference (external site)