What Is New in WCAG 2.2.
WCAG 2.2 became a W3C Recommendation in October 2023 and added nine new success criteria on top of WCAG 2.1. VPAT Score grades any VPAT against both 2.1 and 2.2, so you can see exactly where a vendor stands on the current standard.
Nine New Criteria, Mostly About Real-World Usability
WCAG 2.2 is backward compatible with 2.1: everything in 2.1 still applies, with nine additions that close common gaps for keyboard, low-vision, motor, and cognitive users.
Target Size (Minimum)
2.5.8 (AA) requires interactive targets to be at least 24 by 24 CSS pixels, or to have adequate spacing, so small buttons and links are easier to activate.
Dragging Movements
2.5.7 (AA) requires a single-pointer alternative to any drag action, so users who cannot drag can still complete the task.
Focus Not Obscured
2.4.11 (AA) requires the keyboard focus indicator to stay at least partially visible and not be hidden behind sticky headers or other content.
Accessible Authentication
3.3.8 (AA) means logins must not rely on a cognitive function test, like solving a puzzle or transcribing characters, unless an alternative is provided.
Redundant Entry
3.3.7 (A) requires that information already entered in a process is auto-populated or selectable rather than typed again.
Consistent Help
3.2.6 (A) requires help mechanisms, such as contact info or a help link, to appear in a consistent location across pages.
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