Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report

VPAT® Version 2.3 (Revised) – April 2019

Product Information

Name of Product/Version: Adobe Lightroom Mac v2.4.1
Product Description: The cloud-based service for people who love photography, Lightroom gives you everything you need to edit, organize, store, and share your photos across desktop, mobile, and web.
Date: November 2019
Contact information: access@adobe.com
Notes: The information contained in this report applies to the product itself. Information about product help and support documentation is located at:http://www.adobe.com/accessibility/compliance.html.
Evaluation Methods Used: Testing Adobe Lightroom Mac involved extensive use of leading assistive technology, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and speech recognition software, as well exclusive use of the keyboard. Native platform accessibility features were also used to assist with testing. These were supplemented with techniques such as manual inspection of Accessibility API output.

Applicable Standards/Guidelines

This report covers the degree of conformance for the following accessibility standard/guidelines:

Standard/Guideline

Included in Report

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0

Level A (Yes)

Level AA (Yes)

Level AAA (No)

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1

Level A (Yes)

Level AA (Yes)

Level AAA (No)

Revised Section 508 standards published January 18, 2017 and corrected January 22, 2018

(Yes)

EN 301 549 Accessibility requirements suitable for public procurement of ICT products and services in Europe, - V2.1.2 (2018-08)

(Yes)

Terms

The terms used in the Conformance Level information are defined as follows:

Supports: The functionality of the product has at least one method that meets the criterion without known defects or meets with equivalent facilitation.
Partially Supports: Some functionality of the product does not meet the criterion.
Does Not Support: The majority of product functionality does not meet the criterion.
Not Applicable: The criterion is not relevant to the product.
Not Evaluated: The product has not been evaluated against the criterion. This can be used only in WCAG 2.0 Level AAA.

WCAG 2.1 Report

All WCAG sections also document conformance with:

EN 301 549: Chapter 9 - Web, Sections 10.1-10.4 of Chapter 10 - Non-Web documents, and Sections 11.1-11.4 and 11.8.2 of Chapter 11 - Non-Web Software (open and closed functionality), and Sections 12.1.2 and 12.2.4 of Chapter 12 – Documentation
Revised Section 508: Chapter 5 – 501.1 Scope, 504.2 Content Creation or Editing, and Chapter 6 – 602.3 Electronic Support Documentation.

Note: When reporting on conformance with the WCAG 2.x Success Criteria, they are scoped for full pages, complete processes, and accessibility-supported ways of using technology as documented in the WCAG 2.0 Conformance Requirements.

Guideline 1.1 Text Alternatives:

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.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.1.1 (Web)
10.1.1.1 (Non-web document)
11.1.1.1.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.1.1.2 (Closed Functionality Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Does Not Support

Software: Most non-text controls in the product are identified by text that appears on mouse hover. However, this text is not announced by screen readers.

Guideline 1.2 Time-based Media:

Provide alternatives for time-based media.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.2.1 (Web)
10.1.2.1 (Non-web document)
11.1.2.1.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.2.1.2.1 and 11.1.2.1.2.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not contain prerecorded audio-only or video-only content.

1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.2.2 (Web)
10.1.2.2 (Non-web document)
11.1.2.2 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.2.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not contain prerecorded synchronized media.

1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.2.3 (Web)
10.1.2.3 (Non-web document)
11.1.2.3.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.2.3.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not contain prerecorded synchronized media.

1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.2.4 (Web)
10.1.2.4 (Non-web document)
11.1.2.4 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.2.4 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not contain live synchronized media.

1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.2.5 (Web)
10.1.2.5 (Non-web document)
11.1.2.5 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.2.5 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not provide prerecorded media that requires audio description. When displaying prerecorded media with audio descriptions included, the product provides the ability to access audio descriptions.

Guideline 1.3 Adaptable:

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

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

1.3.1 Info and Relationships (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.3.1 (Web)
10.1.3.1 (Non-web document)
11.1.3.1.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.3.1.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Does Not Support

Software: Most structure and relationship information is not provided programmatically or in text. Examples include:

Icon buttons with rollover textual labels but no programmatically associated text.

Edit text fields with placeholder text but lacking programmatic labels.

Slider controls and some toggle button controls lacking role information.

1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.3.2 (Web)
10.1.3.2 (Non-web document)
11.1.3.2.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.3.2.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Where content of the product is exposed to assistive technology, the content is presented in a meaningful sequence. Examples include:

Within the main menu.

Within a grid of photos.

Within modal dialogs.

1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.3.3 (Web)
10.1.3.3 (Non-web document)
11.1.3.3 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.3.3 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Instructions do not rely solely on sensory characteristics.

1.3.4 Orientation (Level AA 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.3.4 (Web)
10.1.3.4 (Non-web document)
11.1.3.4 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.3.4 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Supports

Software: Content does not restrict its view and operation to a single display orientation.

1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose (Level AA 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.3.5 (Web)
10.1.3.5 (Non-web document)
11.1.3.5 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.3.5 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Supports

Software: The product’s technology does not have support for programmatic identification of input purpose.

Guideline 1.4 Distinguishable:

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

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

1.4.1 Use of Color (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.1 (Web)
10.1.4.1 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.1 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most functions of the product do not convey information through color alone. Exceptions include:

Color mixer control.

1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.2 (Web)
10.1.4.2 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.2 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not contain audio that plays automatically.

1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.3 (Web)
10.1.4.3 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.3 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.3 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most text meets minimum contrast requirements. Exceptions include:

Blue text used to indicate a selected item in popup menus.

Gray text used for some labels.

Red text used to indicate error or warning.

1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.4 (Web)
10.1.4.4 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.4.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.4.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Partially Supports

Software: The product provides text resizing functionality, and most elements in the product respond effectively when text is resized to 200%. Exceptions include:

Loss of functionality to filter component.

1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.5 (Web)
10.1.4.5 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.5.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.5.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product uses text instead of images of text.

1.4.10 Reflow (Level AA 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.10 (Web)
10.1.4.10 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.10.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.10.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Partially Supports

Software: At the required width of 1280 CSS pixels at almost 400% zoom, most content is presented without loss of information or functionality, and without scrolling in two dimensions except for workspaces that require two-dimensional layout for meaning. Exceptions include:

Loss of functionality to filter component.

1.4.11 Non-text Contrast (Level AA 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.11 (Web)
10.1.4.11 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.11 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.11 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Many active user interface controls and their states have sufficient contrast, but some important controls do not. Examples include:

Slider controls.

1.4.12 Text Spacing (Level AA 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.12 (Web)
10.1.4.12 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.12 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.12 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Supports

Software: The product is not implemented using markup languages.

1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (Level AA 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.1.4.13 (Web)
10.1.4.13 (Non-web document)
11.1.4.13 (Open Functionality Software)
11.1.4.13 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Does Not Support

Software: In most product functions, content that becomes visible on hover is hidden in a manner which does not meet this criterion. Examples include:

Contextual help and other styled popovers that cannot be moved over with a pointer.

Plain text tooltips that are hidden after a set period of time.

Guideline 2.1 Keyboard Accessible:

Make all functionality available from a keyboard.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.1.1 (Web)
10.2.1.1 (Non-web document)
11.2.1.1.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.1.1.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Does Not Support

Software: Most product functionality cannot be operated through a keyboard interface. Although the main menu provides access to some functionality and keyboard shortcuts are available for some actions, many actions cannot be performed with keyboard alone and most controls do not receive keyboard focus. Examples include:

Navigating content sequentially.

Activating slider and popup menu controls.

Setting interface Text Size in Preferences dialog.

2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.1.2 (Web)
10.2.1.2 (Non-web document)
11.2.1.2 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.1.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not include keyboard traps.

2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts (Level A 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.1.4 (Web)
10.2.1.4 (Non-web document)
11.2.1.4.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.1.4.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Does Not Support

Software: The product provides unmodified character key shortcuts, with no mechanism provided to disable the shortcuts or to remap them to keystrokes with modifier keys.

Guideline 2.2 Enough Time:

Provide users enough time to read and use content.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

2.2.1 Timing Adjustable (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.2.1 (Web)
10.2.2.1 (Non-web document)
11.2.2.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.2.1 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not include time limits.

2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.2.2 (Web)
10.2.2.2 (Non-web document)
11.2.2.2 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.2.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not include elements which move, blink, scroll, or auto-update.

Guideline 2.3 Seizures:

Do not design content in a way that is known to cause seizures.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.3.1 (Web)
10.2.3.1 (Non-web document)
11.2.3.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.3.1(Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not contain flashing content.

Guideline 2.4 Navigable:

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

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.4.1 (Web)
10.2.4.1 (Non-web document) – Does not apply
11.2.4.1 (Open Functionality Software) – Does not apply
11.2.4.1 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software) – Does not apply to non-web software
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs) – Does not apply to non-web docs

Software: Supports

Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software.

2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.4.2 (Web)
10.2.4.2 (Non-web document)
11.2.4.2 (Open Functionality Software) - Does not apply
11.2.4.2 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The titles of the main product window and modal dialogs describe their purpose.

2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.4.3 (Web)
10.2.4.3 (Non-web document)
11.2.4.3 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.4.3 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Where components receive focus, focus is received in a meaningful order.

2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.4.4 (Web)
10.2.4.4 (Non-web document)
11.2.4.4 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.4.4 (Closed Software
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The purpose of link text in the product can be determined in context.

2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.4.5 (Web)
10.2.4.5 (Non-web document) – Does not apply
11.2.4.5 (Open Functionality Software) – Does not apply
11.2.4.5 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software) – Does not apply to non-web software
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs) – Does not apply to non-web docs

Software: Supports

Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software.

2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.4.6 (Web)
10.2.4.6 (Non-web document)
11.2.4.6 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.4.6 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Headings and labels are descriptive.

2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.4.7 (Web)
10.2.4.7 (Non-web document)
11.2.4.7 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.4.7 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: In those elements that can receive keyboard focus, focus is indicated visually.

Guideline 2.5 Input Modalities:

Make it easier for users to operate functionality through various inputs beyond keyboard.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

2.5.1 Pointer Gestures (Level A 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.5.1 (Web)
10.2.5.1 (Non-web document)
11.2.5.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.5.1 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most functionality in the product can be operated using single-point activation. Exceptions include:

Selecting a crop area in the Crop tool workspace.

2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation (Level A 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.5.2 (Web)
10.2.5.2 (Non-web document)
11.2.5.2 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.5.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Some product functions that use a single pointer are completed before the user releases the pointer. Examples include:

Activating most icon buttons.

Activating toggle controls.

2.5.3 Label in Name (Level A 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.5.3 (Web)
10.2.5.3 (Non-web document)
11.2.5.3 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.5.3 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Partially Supports

Software: In some product functions, accessible names of controls do not contain the text of their visible labels. Examples include:

Icon buttons.

2.5.4 Motion Actuation (Level A 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.2.5.4 (Web)
10.2.5.4 (Non-web document)
11.2.5.4 (Open Functionality Software)
11.2.5.4 (Closed Software
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not include functionality operated by device motion or user motion.

Guideline 3.1 Readable:

Make text content readable and understandable.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.1.1 (Web)
10.3.1.1 (Non-web document)
11.3.1.1.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.3.1.1.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Does Not Support

Software: Although the product allows a user to select an interface language, the selected language cannot be programmatically determined.

3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.1.2 (Web)
10.3.1.2 (Non-web document)
11.3.1.2 (Open Functionality Software) – Does not apply
11.3.1.2 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Content is only presented in one language at a time.

Guideline 3.2 Predictable:

Make Web pages appear and operate in predictable ways.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

3.2.1 On Focus (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.2.1 (Web)
10.3.2.1 (Non-web document)
11.3.2.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.3.2.1 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Components do not initiate a change of context when focused.

3.2.2 On Input (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.2.2 (Web)
10.3.2.2 (Non-web document)
11.3.2.2 (Open Functionality Software)
11.3.2.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Changes of context that occur on user input are clearly indicated to the user before invoking them.

3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.2.3 (Web)
10.3.2.3 (Non-web document) – Does not apply
11.3.2.3 (Open Functionality Software) – Does not apply
11.3.2.3 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software) – Does not apply to non-web software
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs) – Does not apply to non-web docs

Software: Supports

Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software.

3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.2.4 (Web)
10.3.2.4 (Non-web document) – Does not apply
11.3.2.4 (Open Functionality Software) – Does not apply
11.3.2.4 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software) – Does not apply to non-web software
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs) – Does not apply to non-web docs

Software: Supports

Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software.

Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance:

Help users avoid and correct mistakes.

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

3.3.1 Error Identification (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.3.1 (Web)
10.3.3.1 (Non-web document)
11.3.3.1.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.3.3.1.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Where input errors are automatically detected, such as invalid values in text inputs for slider controls, items in error are identified and error messages are provided as text.

3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.3.2 (Web)
10.3.3.2 (Non-web document)
11.3.3.2 (Open Functionality Software)
11.3.3.2 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Labels are provided for input fields.

3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.3.3 (Web)
10.3.3.3 (Non-web document)
11.3.3.3 (Open Functionality Software)
11.3.3.3 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: Where input errors are automatically detected, such as invalid values in text inputs for slider controls, the value is corrected to the closest suggested value and the user is informed.

3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.3.3.4 (Web)
10.3.3.4 (Non-web document)
11.3.3.4 (Open Functionality Software)
11.3.3.4 (Closed Software)
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not process legal commitments or financial transactions. When editing files, changes to user-controllable data are reversible or can be confirmed before finalizing.

Guideline 4.1 Compatible:

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

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

4.1.1 Parsing (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.4.1.1 (Web)
10.4.1.1 (Non-web document)
11.4.1.1.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.4.1.1.2 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Supports

Software: The product is not implemented using markup languages.

4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.4.1.2 (Web)
10.4.1.2 (Non-web document)
11.4.1.2.1 (Open Functionality Software)
11.4.1.2.2 (Closed Software) – Not required
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508

501 (Web)(Software)
504.2 (Authoring Tool)
602.3 (Support Docs)

Software: Does Not Support

Software: User interface components in most product functions do not provide programmatic name, role, or state information. Examples include:

Icon buttons.

Slider controls.

4.1.3 Status Messages (Level AA 2.1 only)
Also applies to:
EN 301 549 Criteria

9.4.1.3 (Web)
10.4.1.3 (Non-web document) – Does not apply
11.4.1.3 (Open Functionality Software) – Does not apply
11.4.1.3 (Closed Software) – Does not apply
11.8.2 (Authoring Tool)
12.1.2 (Product Docs)
12.2.4 (Support Docs)

Revised Section 508 – Does not apply

Software: Supports

Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software.

Revised Section 508 Report

Notes:

Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

302.1 Without Vision

Software: Does Not support

Software: Most functions of the product are not usable without vision. Examples include:

As noted in 1.1.1 Non-text Content, most non-text controls provide no textual alternative for use by screen readers.

As noted in 1.3.1 Info and Relationships, many controls have visual labels that are not associated programmatically.

As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard, most actions cannot be performed using the keyboard alone.

As noted in 3.1.1 Language of Page, the language of the user interface is not conveyed effectively to screen readers.

As noted in 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value, many controls do not provide useful name and role information.

302.2 With Limited Vision

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most functions of the product are usable with limited vision. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum), most elements in the product provide sufficient color contrast, but some elements, such as labels, do not meet the minimum contrast requirement.

As noted in 1.4.4 Resize Text, while the product provides functionality to increase text size, some loss of functionality occurs at 200% and above.

302.3 Without Perception of Color

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most functions of the product are usable without perception of color. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.4.1 Use of Color, color alone is occasionally used to communicate some information.

302.4 Without Hearing

Software: Supports

Software: The product is usable without hearing.

302.5 With Limited Hearing

Software: Supports

Software: The product is usable with limited hearing.

302.6 Without Speech

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not require the use of speech.

302.7 With Limited Manipulation

Software: Does Not Support

Software: Most functions of the product are not usable with limited manipulation or strength. Examples include:

As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard, although the main menu and keyboard shortcuts provide access to some content and functionality, it is not possible to navigate content sequentially or to activate many controls using keyboard alone.

302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength

Software: Supports

Software: The product is functional with limited reach and strength.

302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities

Software: Supports

Software: The product is usable with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. Users with cognitive disabilities have varying needs for features that allow them to adapt content and work with assistive technology or accessibility features of the platform. The product provides descriptive labels and contextual help.

Chapter 4: Hardware

Notes: Not Applicable

Chapter 5: Software

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

501.1 Scope – Incorporation of WCAG 2.0 AA

See WCAG 2.x section

See information in WCAG 2.x section.

502.2.1 User Control of Accessibility Features

Not Applicable

The product is not platform software.

502.2.2 No Disruption of Accessibility Features

Supports

The product does not disrupt platform accessibility features.

502.3.1 Object Information

Does Not Support

Most objects in the product do not expose accurate name, role, state, boundary, or description information to assistive technology.

502.3.2 Modification of Object Information

Partially Supports

States and properties of controls and inputs in the product can be set by assistive technology, for those controls that can receive focus.

502.3.3 Row, Column, and Headers

Supports

The product does not use data tables.

502.3.4 Values

Does Not Support

Most controls do not expose their values to assistive technology.

502.3.5 Modification of Values

Partially Supports

Values of controls and inputs in the product can be set by assistive technology, for those controls that can receive focus.

502.3.6 Label Relationships

Does Not Support

The product does not expose most label relationships to assistive technology.

502.3.7 Hierarchical Relationships

Does Not Support

The product does not expose most hierarchical parent-child relationships to assistive technology.

502.3.8 Text

Supports

The product exposes text content and text values to assistive technology.

502.3.9 Modification of Text

Partially Supports

Text of controls and inputs in the product can be set by assistive technology, for those controls that can receive focus.

502.3.10 List of Actions

Does Not Support

Most controls in the product do not expose programmatic role information and actions which can be taken on objects to assistive technology.

502.3.11 Actions on Objects

Supports

The product allows assistive technology to perform actions on objects.

502.3.12 Focus Cursor

Supports

The product exposes information to track focus, insertion point, and selection to assistive technology, for those controls that can receive focus.

502.3.13 Modification of Focus Cursor

Does Not Support

The product does not allow assistive technology to move or modify focus, insertion point, and selection for most controls.

502.3.14 Event Notification

Partially Supports

The product notifies assistive technology of some events related to user interactions. Exceptions include:

Selecting options from dropdown controls.

Expanding/collapsing elements.

Interactions with checkboxes, toggle buttons.

502.4 Platform Accessibility Features

Not Applicable

The product is not platform software.

503.2 User Preferences

Supports

The product adapts to platform settings for color, contrast, font size, and focus cursor.

503.3 Alternative User Interfaces

Not Applicable

The product does not provide an alternative user interface that functions as assistive technology.

503.4.1 Caption Controls

Supports

The product provides user controls for captions.

503.4.2 Audio Description Controls

Supports

The product provides user controls for audio descriptions.

504 Authoring Tools

Not Applicable

The product is not an authoring tool.

Chapter 6: Support Documentation and Services

Notes: Information regarding Support Documentation and Services is available in the Accessibility Conformance Report for the Adobe Help Center on the Adobe Accessibility Compliance website.

EN 301 549 Report

Notes:

Chapter 4: Functional Performance Statements (FPS)

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

4.2.1 Usage without vision

Software: Does Not support

Software: Most functions of the product are not usable without vision. Examples include:

As noted in 1.1.1 Non-text Content, most non-text controls provide no textual alternative for use by screen readers.

As noted in 1.3.1 Info and Relationships, many controls have visual labels that are not associated programmatically.

As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard, most actions cannot be performed using the keyboard alone.

As noted in 3.1.1 Language of Page, the language of the UI is not conveyed effectively to screen readers.

As noted in 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value, many controls do not provide useful name and role information.

4.2.2 Usage with limited vision

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most functions of the product are usable with limited vision. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum), most elements in the product provide sufficient color contrast, but some elements, such as labels, do not meet the minimum contrast requirement.

As noted in 1.4.4 Resize Text and 1.4.10 Reflow, while the product provides functionality to increase text size, some loss of functionality occurs at 200% and above.

As noted in 1.4.11 Non-text Contrast, most non-text elements provide adequate color contrast, but some important controls, such as sliders, do not meet the minimum contrast requirement.

4.2.3 Usage without perception of colour

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most functions of the product are usable without perception of colour. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.4.1 Use of Color, colour alone is used to communicate some information.

4.2.4 Usage without hearing

Software: Supports

Software: The product is usable without hearing.

4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing

Software: Supports

Software: The product is usable with limited hearing.

4.2.6 Usage without vocal capability

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not require the use of speech.

4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength

Software: Does Not Support

Software: Most functions of the product are not usable with limited manipulation or strength. Examples include:

As noted in 2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts, no mechanism is provided to disable or remap single character key shortcuts.

As noted in 2.5.1 Pointer Gestures, some functionality cannot be operated using single point activation.

As noted in 2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation, many product functions that use a single pointer are completed before the user releases the pointer.

As noted in 2.5.3 Label in Name, accessible names of controls do not always contain the text of their visible labels.

As noted in 1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus, most content that becomes visible on hover cannot be moved over with a pointer, and some is hidden after a set period of time.

4.2.8 Usage with limited reach

Software: Supports

Software: The product is functional with limited reach.

4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure triggers

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not contain elements which flash or other features likely to trigger photosensitive seizures.

4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition

Software: Partially Supports

Software: Most functions of the product are usable with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. Users with cognitive disabilities have varying needs for features that allow them to adapt content and work with assistive technology or accessibility features of the platform. The product provides descriptive labels and contextual help. Exceptions include:

As noted in 2.5.3 Label in Name, accessible names of controls do not always contain the text of their visible labels.

4.2.11 Privacy

Software: Supports

Software: The product does not ask for legal, financial, or personal data.

Chapter 5: Generic Requirements

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

5.1 Closed Functionality

Not Applicable

5.1.2.2-5.1.6.2 are not applicable for this product, which has no closed functionality.

5.1.6.2 Input focus

Not Applicable

The product does not have functionality that is closed to keyboards.

5.2 Activation of accessibility features

Partially Supports

For most accessibility needs, the product does not have specific documented accessibility features and instead relies upon platform accessibility features. Exceptions include:

As mentioned in 2.1.1 Keyboard, text size control provided in the Preferences interface cannot be activated using keyboard alone.

5.3 Biometrics

Not Applicable

The product does not use biological characteristics for user identification or for control of the product.

5.4 Preservation of accessibility information during conversion

Supports

The product has limited ability to modify metadata of the edited images and does preserve metadata.

5.5.1 Means of operation

Not Applicable

The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons, which do not require grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.

5.5.2 Operable parts discernibility

Does Not Support

The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons and sliders. Most operable parts lack an accessible name which would enable them to be discernible without user vision.

5.6.1 Tactile or auditory status

Not Applicable

The product does not have locking or toggle controls.

5.6.2 Visual status

Not Applicable

The product does not have locking or toggle controls.

5.7 Key repeat

Not Applicable

The product relies on platform software to turn off or adjust key repeat.

5.8 Double-strike key acceptance

Not Applicable

The product does not provide a keyboard or keypad.

5.9 Simultaneous user actions

Supports

The product relies on platform software features, such as Sticky Keys, to ensure simultaneous user actions are not required.

Chapter 5: Generic Requirements

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

5.1 Closed Functionality

Not Applicable

5.1.2.2-5.1.6.2 are not applicable for this product, which has no closed functionality.

5.1.6.2 Input focus

Not Applicable

The product does not have functionality that is closed to keyboards.

5.2 Activation of accessibility features

Partially Supports

For most accessibility needs, the product does not have specific documented accessibility features and instead relies upon platform accessibility features. Exceptions include:

As mentioned in 2.1.1 Keyboard, text size control provided in the Preferences interface cannot be activated using keyboard alone.

5.3 Biometrics

Not Applicable

The product does not use biological characteristics for user identification or for control of the product.

5.4 Preservation of accessibility information during conversion

Supports

The product has limited ability to modify metadata of the edited images and does preserve metadata.

5.5.1 Means of operation

Not Applicable

The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons, which do not require grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.

5.5.2 Operable parts discernibility

Does Not Support

The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons and sliders. Most operable parts lack an accessible name which would enable them to be discernible without user vision.

5.6.1 Tactile or auditory status

Not Applicable

The product does not have locking or toggle controls.

5.6.2 Visual status

Not Applicable

The product does not have locking or toggle controls.

5.7 Key repeat

Not Applicable

The product relies on platform software to turn off or adjust key repeat.

5.8 Double-strike key acceptance

Not Applicable

The product does not provide a keyboard or keypad.

5.9 Simultaneous user actions

Supports

The product relies on platform software features, such as Sticky Keys, to ensure simultaneous user actions are not required.

Chapter 6: ICT with Two-Way Voice Communication

Notes: Not Applicable

Chapter 7: ICT with Video Capabilities

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

7.1.1 Captioning playback

Supports

The product displays closed captions.

7.1.2 Captioning synchronization

Supports

When the product displays captions, synchronization is preserved between the captions and the corresponding audio.

7.1.3 Preservation of captioning

Not Applicable

The product plays back video from the user’s file system. The product does not transmit, convert, or record video.

7.2.1 Audio description playback

Supports

The product provides controls for users to select and play audio description tracks.

7.2.2 Audio description synchronization

Supports

When the product plays audio description tracks, synchronization is preserved between the audio description and the corresponding audiovisual content.

7.2.3 Preservation of audio description

Not Applicable

The product plays back video from the user’s file system. The product does not transmit, convert, or record video.

7.3 User controls for captions and audio description

Supports

The product provides user controls for captions and audio descriptions.

Chapter 8: Hardware

Notes: Not Applicable

Chapter 9: Web (see WCAG 2.x section)

Notes:

Chapter 10: Non-web Documents

Notes: Not Applicable

Chapter 11: Software

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

11.1.1.1 through 11.4.1.3

See WCAG 2.x section

See information in WCAG 2.x section.

11.5.2.3 Use of accessibility services

See 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17.

See information in 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17.

11.5.2.4 Assistive technology

Not Applicable

This product is not assistive technology.

11.5.2.5 Object information

Does Not Support

Most objects in the product do not expose accurate name, role, state, boundary, or description information to assistive technology.

11.5.2.6 Row, column, and headers

Supports

The product does not use data tables.

11.5.2.7 Values

Does Not Support

Most controls do not expose their values to assistive technology.

11.5.2.8 Label relationships

Does Not Support

The product does not expose most label relationships to assistive technology.

11.5.2.9 Parent-child relationships

Does Not Support

The product does not expose most hierarchical parent-child relationships to assistive technology.

11.5.2.10 Text

Supports

The product exposes text content and text values to assistive technology.

11.5.2.11 List of available actions

Does Not Support

Most controls in the product do not expose programmatic role information and actions which can be taken on objects to assistive technology.

11.5.2.12 Execution of available actions

Supports

The product allows assistive technology to perform actions on objects.

11.5.2.13 Tracking of focus and selection attributes

Supports

The product exposes information to track focus, insertion point, and selection to assistive technology, for those controls that can receive focus.

11.5.2.14 Modification of focus and selection attributes

Does Not Support

The product does not allow assistive technology to move or modify focus, insertion point, and selection for most controls.

11.5.2.15 Change notification

Partially Supports

The product notifies assistive technology of some events related to user interactions. Exceptions include:

Selecting options from dropdown controls

Expanding/collapsing elements

Interactions with checkboxes and toggle buttons

11.5.2.16 Modifications of states and properties

Partially Supports

States and properties of controls and inputs in the product can be set by assistive technology, for those controls that can receive focus.

11.5.2.17 Modifications of values and text

Partially Supports

Values and text of controls and inputs in the product can be set by assistive technology, for those controls that can receive focus.

11.6.1 User control of accessibility features

Not Applicable

The product is not platform software.

11.6.2 No disruption of accessibility features

Supports

The product does not disrupt platform accessibility features.

11.7 User preferences

Supports

The product adapts to platform settings for color, contrast, font size, and focus cursor.

11.8 Authoring Tools

Not Applicable

The product is not an authoring tool.

Chapter 12: Documentation and Support Services

Notes: Information regarding Support Documentation and Services is available in the Accessibility Conformance Report for the Adobe Help Center on the Adobe Accessibility Compliance website.

Chapter 13: ICT Providing Relay or Emergency Service Access

Notes: Not Applicable

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