An accessibility overlay or widget is a software tool that adds features like text resizing, color contrast toggles, or screen reader buttons to a website, often through a small on-screen icon.
Why it matters:
While overlays can offer helpful options for some users, they don’t fix the underlying accessibility issues in your site’s design and code. Relying solely on overlays may leave your site non-compliant with accessibility laws and vulnerable to legal challenges.
Where it’s used:
Overlays are typically added by businesses looking for a quick way to address accessibility but should be part of a broader, comprehensive accessibility strategy.
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