FileCloud Web Accessibility (VPAT) Practices

As of Version 20.2, FileCloud has complied with Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) guidelines. Below is a list of the guidelines complied with 
For a list of guidelines, see https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG21/.

GuidelineDescriptions of requirement and FileCloud's compliance FileCloud Version
1.1 Text alternatives

Requirement:
Provide text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language.

FileCloud compliance:

  • Images are associated with alt tags to act as image descriptions.
  • Controls like checkboxes have aria attributes to describe their usage.
20.3

1.3 Adaptable content


Requirement:
Create content that can be presented in different ways (for example simpler layout) without losing information or structure.

FileCloud compliance:

  • The labels for required fields are displayed in red.
  • The labels for checkboxes can be programmatically determined, as they are associated with aria-label attributes.
  • The rows of files are navigable through the keyboard.
  • Keyboard support is included for forms.
20.3
1.4 Distinguishable

Requirement:
Make it easier for users to see and hear content including separating foreground from background.

FileCloud compliance:
The new UI enables high contrast mode, which makes the visual presentation of blocks of text and icons easily readable.


2.1 Keyboard Accessible

Requirement:
Make all functionality available from a keyboard.

FileCloud compliance:
Keyboard accessibility is supported in Filecloud, and enables users to submit forms or navigate using keyboard shortcuts and keyboard navigation.
See Guide to Keyboard Shortcuts.


2.2.5 Re-authenticating 

Requirement:
When an authenticated session expires, the user can continue the activity without loss of data after re-authenticating.

FileCloud compliance:
When an authenticated session expires, the user can continue the activity after re-authenticating.


2.4 Navigable

Requirement:
Provide ways to help users navigate, find content, and determine where they are.

FileCloud compliance:

In FileCloud, keyboard accessibility enables users to navigate through file lists and tab through fields in forms.
See Guide to Keyboard Shortcuts.


3.1 Readable

Requirement:
Make text content readable and understandable.

FileCloud compliance:
The lang attribute in HTML tags changes so that it can be easily read in the language of the site.  Many non-text parts of the site are associated with alternative texts to make them readable.


3.2 Predictable


Requirement:
Make Web pages appear and operate in predictable ways.

FileCloud compliance:

  • Drop-down lists are keyboard-navigable.
  • Focus is set to the first input field in forms.

3.3 Input Assistance

Requirement:
Help users avoid and correct mistakes.

FileCloud compliance:
All form input fields have proper labels and validation of inputs in place. Errors are shown if a form submission fails.


4.1 Compatible

Requirement:
Maximize compatibility with current and future user agents, including assistive technologies.

FileCloud compliance:
Newest user interface uses well-formed HTML with proper Start and End tags. The tags have aria label, name, and role attributes associated with them.

Note: Older browsers like Internet Explorer do not support the newest user interface and continue to run the classic user interface.