How to Find Accessibility Issues that Require Manual Checks

Last updated on 13 November 2024

Automated tools can’t detect all accessibility issues, so you’ll need to perform a manual review. WebYes simplifies this process by flagging the issues that need your attention for manual review. In this guide, we’ll show you how to find them easily.

Find Accessibility Issues that Require Manual Checks

Step 1: From the WebYes Dashboard, click on Accessibility.

The WebYes dashboard with the "Accessibility" dial highlighted

Step 2: In the top navigation bar, select Affected pages.

The accessibility dashboard with the "Affected pages" tab highlighted

Step 3: Under Accessibility issues per page, choose the page for which you want to view manual checks.

The "Affected pages" tab interface with issue pages highlighted

Step 4: Finally, click Manual checks.

The "Affected pages" tab interface with "Manual checks" highlighted

Related FAQs

How do I conduct a manual accessibility audit?

To conduct a thorough manual accessibility audit, consider hiring an expert familiar with WCAG guidelines. An experienced auditor can identify issues that automated tools might miss and ensure your website meets accessibility standards.

Can I achieve compliance without a manual accessibility audit?

No, achieving full compliance without a manual accessibility audit is not possible. Automated tools can catch some issues, but they cannot assess everything required for full WCAG compliance; some guidelines focus on usability and user experience, which require human judgment.

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