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3.2.1 On Focus – Level A

When any user interface component receives focus, it does not initiate a change of context.

 Understanding Success Criterion 3.2.1: On Focus

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Checklist – System Foundations

Coding Standards

TestPriority
Are elements only changing when I activate them (not when I put focus on them)High
TestPriority
Do text links that open in a new tab or browser window have an offpage icon and appropriate alt text?High
Do icon links that open in a new tab or browser window have appropriate alt text?High
Do links that open a non-web file format (PDF, Excel, CSV, etc.) indicate that?High

Checklist – Components

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TestPriority
Do text links that open in a new tab or browser window have an offpage icon and appropriate alt text?High
Do icon links that open in a new tab or browser window have appropriate alt text?High