Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report

(Based on VPAT® Version 2.4)

Product Information

  • Name of Product/Version: Adobe Premiere Pro version 14.0.4 (macOS)
  • Product Description: Premiere Pro is the industry-leading video editing application, offering robust format support, efficient workflows, and rich creative tools for color, graphics, and sound. Edit, craft and deliver beautiful content for film, TV, the web, and more.
  • Date: April 2020
  • Contact information: access@adobe.com
    Notes: The information contained in this report applies to the product itself. Information about product help and support documentation related to 602.3 (Support Docs) for Section 508 as published in 2017 is located at http://www.adobe.com/accessibility/compliance.html.
  • Evaluation Methods Used: Testing Adobe Premiere Pro 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, - V3.1.1 (2019-11)
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.x 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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product provides sufficient text alternatives for most instances of images. Exceptions include:

The “Media Pending” images of text do not contain programmatic textual alternatives.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain non-text content that would require a text alternative.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authors can provide audio description for what would otherwise be video-only media.

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: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product does not provide captions for sample video content used in tutorials.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create & preserve open or closed captions for video content.

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: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product does not provide audio description or a transcript for sample video content used in tutorials.

Authored Content (Video): The product does not provide audio description or a transcript for tutorial video content.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product does not contain live synchronized media.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content 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: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product does not provide audio description for sample video content used in tutorials.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can provide closed or open audio description for video content.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Software: Some structure and relationship information, such as the table content on the Home Screen, is provided through object information. However, most structure and relationship information are not provided programmatically or in text. Examples include:

The connection between visually displayed labels and programmatic form field names is not present throughout the product.

Parent & Child relationships, such as the special effects nested accordion content, are not programmatically exposed.

Visually adjacent components, like the Label input fields and their color selectors, are not programmatically connected.

Authored Content (Video): Video file formats are not capable of containing programmatic structure information or text.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product presents content in a meaningful sequence.

Authored Content (Video): The product allows authors to present content in a meaningful sequence.

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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Most instructions do not rely solely on sensory characteristics. Exceptions include:

The instructions for keyboard shortcuts exclusively refer to the types of shortcuts by their purple or green background colors.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Responding to the display orientation is a function of the user’s media player, not the authored content.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain input fields that collect information about the user.

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: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product does not convey information through color alone. Many features rely on color changes; however, textual alternatives are available via a tooltip on mouse hover.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Playback control is a function of the user’s media player, not the authored content.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Most text meets minimum contrast requirements, either by default or through product Preferences. Exceptions include:

The “Media Pending” image of text contains some insufficient color contrast.

Adjusting default colors to ensure sufficient color contrast causes non-text contrast to be reduced below required minimums.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that text meets contrast requirements.

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: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product allows operating system display scaling to resize text up to 200 percent without loss of content or functionality.

Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to captions or images of text in video.

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) - 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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Exceptions include:

Certain title cards, such as “Media Pending”, are displayed to users when media content is not currently active.

Authored Content (Video): A particular presentation is essential for images of text in video.

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: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: This criterion requires product functionality at a width equivalent of 320 CSS pixels. However, the product requires a minimum width of at least 768 pixels.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content requires two-dimensional layout for meaning.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Most meaningful non-text content elements have sufficient contrast. Exceptions include:

The read/write & read-only icon content has sufficient color contrast on the default background color, but does not have sufficient color contrast on some of the lighter background colors.

Icons using the blue button text color do not have sufficient contrast with the default background color; however, users can adjust the background color to create sufficient color contrast.

Adjusting default colors to ensure sufficient color contrast for non-text content can cause text contrast to be reduced below required minimums.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product is not implemented using markup languages.

Authored Content (Video): Authored Content 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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Exceptions include:

Tooltip content appears on hover and requires moving the mouse to dismiss it.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain content elements triggered by hover or focus.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Most product functionality cannot be operated through a keyboard interface. Examples include:

Functions such as dragging clips to the timeline cannot be operated from the keyboard.

Tooltips throughout the product cannot be activated from the keyboard.

The keyboard shortcuts cannot be modified through the keyboard alone.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain controls that would require a keyboard interface.

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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: A default keyboard shortcut allows users to navigate between panels; however, the Effects panel does not allow focus to be moved to this panel. Using the Window menu, users can navigate to this panel, but then cannot leave this panel without using the Window menu again.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain focusable elements.

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: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product provides character key shortcuts for many product functions. Users can disable or remap the shortcut keys with the Keyboard Settings dialog.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not provide character key shortcuts.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product does not include time limits.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content 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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Exceptions include:

There is no method to pause stop or hide animations within tutorial steps.

Authored Content (Video): Playback control is a function of the user’s media player, not the authored content.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product contains flashing content that meets the general flash and red flash thresholds.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content does not flash or flashes within an acceptable threshold.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents.

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

Authored Content (Video): Does Not Support

Software: The title of the software describes its purpose.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not have a programmatic title.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Components receive focus in a meaningful order.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain focusable elements.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The purpose of links in the product can be determined from the link text alone or from the programmatic context of the link.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain links.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Headings and labels are descriptive.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The keyboard focus indicator is visible by default.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain focusable elements.

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: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product does not rely on multipoint or path-based gestures.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not rely on multipoint or path-based gestures.

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: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Some product functions that use a single pointer are completed when a user releases the pointer; however, most complete when a user clicks down. Examples include:

All panel context menus activate on down click.

Dropdowns expand and collapse on down click.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not rely on pointer input.

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: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: In most product functions, accessible names of controls do not contain the text of their visible labels. In most panels, input fields have a visible label but do not provide a programmatic name.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain user interface controls.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not have 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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product is available in 10 languages. Most users configure software to match their operating system language. However, the product does not automatically follow the operating system language setting to render its user interface, and the product does not identify its language to assistive technology.

Authored Content (Video): Video file formats are not capable of containing a programmatically determined language.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing a programmatically determined language.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain focusable components.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Changes of context do not occur automatically on user input.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain user input controls.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents.

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: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Most input errors are identified and described to the users in text. Exceptions include:

In some text fields, including color picker values and playhead position, the product automatically corrects invalid input without explanation.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain user input controls which would require error identification.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Labels are provided for input fields.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain user input controls that would require labels or instructions.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Where input errors are automatically detected, suggestions for correction are provided to the user. When the product automatically replaces an invalid value, the new value acts as a suggestion for correction.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain user input controls that would require suggestions for correction.

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

Authored Content (Video): 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.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain legal or financial data and does not modify user-controllable data.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product is not implemented using markup languages

Authored Content (Video): The authored content 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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Most input elements lack programmatic names.

Most button controls are not exposed to assistive technology.

Accordion controls, such as the Special Effects component, do not provide accessible name, role, or state information.

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain controls that would require programmatically determined name, role, state, property, and value information.

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

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents.

Revised Section 508 Report

Notes:

Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)

Notes: This table documents instances of equivalent facilitation or instances of functions not addressed by technical requirements. Responses which cite technical requirements are informative only.

Criteria
Conformance Level
Remarks and Explanations
302.1 Without Vision

Software: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

As noted in 1.1.1 Non-text Content, textual alternatives are not available for the images of text used within the product.

As noted in 1.3.1 Info and Relationships, many visually displayed relationships, such as between labels and form fields or parent/child form fields, are not explicit.

As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard, many core product functions require the use of the mouse.

As noted in 3.1.1 Language of Page, content is not programmatically exposed in a specific language.

As noted in 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value, most controls lack programmatic names, and many do not announce role or state information.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without vision.

302.2 With Limited Vision

Software: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

As noted in 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum), not all content meets color contrast minimums at one time.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited vision.

302.3 Without Perception of Color

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: As noted in 1.4.1 Use of Color, the product does not rely solely on color to communicate information.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without perception of color.

302.4 Without Hearing

Software: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: When a user’s source media clips contain audio without a text alternative, functional equivalence for users without hearing would require a fundamental alteration of the product. Most functions of the product, such as editing the visual content of videos, do not require the use of hearing. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded), video content provided for editing purposes in the tutorials do not include closed captioning.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional without hearing. As noted in 504.2.1 Preservation of Information Provided for Accessibility in Format Conversion, captioning will be preserved if it existed before editing.

302.5 With Limited Hearing

Software: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: When a user’s source media clips contain audio without a text alternative, functional equivalence for users with limited hearing would require a fundamental alteration of the product. Most functions of the product, such as editing the visual content of videos, do not require the use of hearing. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded), video content provided for editing purposes in the tutorials do not include closed captioning.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional limited hearing. As noted in 504.2.1 Preservation of Information Provided for Accessibility in Format Conversion, captioning will be preserved if it existed before editing.

302.6 Without Speech

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without speech.

302.7 With Limited Manipulation

Software: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard and 2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap, while users can navigate the interface via the keyboard, certain essential functions require the use of the mouse.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited manipulation.

302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited reach and strength.

302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product is functional for users 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 a highly customizable interface to hide or display controls, along with a large use of icons rather than words to explain what function a button serves.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities.

Chapter 4: Hardware

Notes: Not Applicable

Chapter 5: Software

Notes:

Criteria
Conformance Level
Remarks and Explanations
501.1 Scope – Incorporation of WCAG 2.x 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 name, role, state, boundary, or description information to assistive technology.
502.3.2 Modification of Object Information
Partially Supports

The product allows assistive technology to modify most states and properties of controls. Exceptions include:

The keyboard shortcut editor cannot be modified by assistive technology.

502.3.3 Row, Column, and Headers
Supports
The product exposes the row, column, and headers of table cells, such as in the home screen, to assistive technology.
502.3.4 Values
Does Not Support
Most input controls, such as buttons and dropdowns, do not expose their values to assistive technology.
502.3.5 Modification of Values
Supports
The product allows assistive technology to modify the values of input controls.
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 hierarchical parent-child relationships to assistive technology.
502.3.8 Text
Does Not Support
The product does not expose most text content and text values to assistive technology.
502.3.9 Modification of Text
Supports
The product allows assistive technology to modify the text of input controls.
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
Does Not Support
The product does not allow assistive technology to perform actions on most objects.
502.3.12 Focus Cursor
Supports
The product exposes focus, text insertion point, and text selection to assistive technology.
502.3.13 Modification of Focus Cursor
Supports
The product allows assistive technology to move focus and modify text selection ranges.
502.3.14 Event Notification
Does Not Support
The product does not notify assistive technology about most attribute changes in user interface elements.
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 contrast and font size.
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.
504.2 Content Creation or Editing
See WCAG 2.x section
See information in WCAG 2.x section.
504.2.1 Preservation of Information Provided for Accessibility in Format Conversion
Supports
When converting content, the product preserves the accessibility information of the source formats.
504.2.2 PDF Export
Not Applicable
The product does not export PDF files.
504.3 Prompts
Does Not Support
Most authoring functions do not prompt authors to create content which conforms to WCAG 2.x Levels A and AA.
504.4 Templates
Not Applicable
The product does not provide templates for authored content.

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)

Notes:

Criteria
Conformance Level
Remarks and Explanations
4.2.1 Usage without vision

Software: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

As noted in 1.1.1 Non-text Content, textual alternatives are not available for the images of text used within the product.

As noted in 1.3.1 Info and Relationships, many visually displayed relationships, such as between labels and form fields or parent/child form fields, are not explicit.

As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard, many core product functions require the use of the mouse.

As noted in 3.1.1 Language of Page, content is not programmatically exposed in a specific language.

As noted in 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value, most controls lack programmatic names, and many do not announce role or state information.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without vision.

4.2.2 Usage with limited vision

Software: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

As noted in 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) and 1.4.11 Non-text Contrast, not all content will meet color contrast minimums at one time.

As noted in 1.4.10 Reflow, the product requires a minimum width in order to view content.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited vision.

4.2.3 Usage without perception of colour

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: As noted in 1.4.1 Use of Color, the product does not rely solely on color to communicate information.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without perception of color.

4.2.4 Usage without hearing

Software: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: When a user’s source media clips contain audio without a text alternative, functional equivalence for users without hearing would require a fundamental alteration of the product. Most functions of the product, such as editing the visual content of videos, do not require the use of hearing. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded), video content provided for editing purposes in the tutorials do not include closed captioning.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional without hearing. As noted in 7.1.3 Preservation of captioning and 10.5 Caption positioning, captioning can be set to not interfere with displayed video content, and will be preserved if it existed before editing.

4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing

Software: Partially Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: When a user’s source media clips contain audio without a text alternative, functional equivalence for users with limited hearing would require a fundamental alteration of the product. Most functions of the product, such as editing the visual content of videos, do not require the use of hearing. Exceptions include:

As noted in 1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded), video content provided for editing purposes in the tutorials do not include closed captioning.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited hearing. As noted in 7.1.3 Preservation of captioning and 10.5 Caption positioning, captioning can be set to not interfere with displayed video content, and will be preserved if it existed before editing.

4.2.6 Usage with no or limited vocal capability

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without speech.

4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength

Software: Does Not Support

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: Most functions of the product are usable with limited manipulation or strength. Exceptions include:

As noted in 2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts, a large variety of keyboard shortcuts exist and can all be remapped.

As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard, 2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap, and 2.4.7 Focus Visible, while users can navigate the interface via the keyboard, certain essential functions require the use of the mouse.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited manipulation and strength.

4.2.8 Usage with limited reach

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product is functional with limited reach.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited reach.

4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure triggers

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: As noted in 2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold, content in the product does not flash.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which does not flash, or flashes within an acceptable threshold, in order to minimize the potential for triggering photosensitive seizures.

4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition, language or learning

Software: Supports

Authored Content (Video): Supports

Software: The product is functional for users 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 a highly customizable interface to hide or display controls, along with a large use of icons rather than words to explain what function a button serves.

Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities.

4.2.11 Privacy

Software: Not Applicable

Authored Content (Video): Supports

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

Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not ask for or display legal, financial, or personal data.

Chapter 5: Generic Requirements

Notes:

Criteria
Conformance Level
Remarks and Explanations
5.1.3.1 Audio output of visual information
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.2 Auditory output delivery including speech
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.3 Auditory output correlation
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.4 Speech output user control
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.5 Speech output automatic interruption
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.6 Speech output for non-text content
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.7 Speech output for video information
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.8 Masked entry
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.9 Private access to personal data
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.10 Non-interfering audio output
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.11 Private listening volume
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.12 Speaker volume
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.13 Volume reset
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.14 Spoken languages
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.15 Non-visual error identification
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.3.16 Receipts, tickets, and transactional outputs
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.4 Functionality closed to text enlargement
Not Applicable
The product does not have functionality that is closed to text enlargement.
5.1.5 Visual output for auditory information
Not Applicable
The product does not have closed functionality.
5.1.6.1 Closed functionality
See 5.1.3.1 through 5.1.3.16
See information in 5.1.3.1 through 5.1.3.16
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
Supports
The product does not have specific documented accessibility features. The product instead relies upon platform accessibility features.
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
When converting content, the product preserves the accessibility information of the source formats.
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. As noted in 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value, 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
This product does not have locking or toggle controls.
5.6.2 Visual status
Not Applicable
This 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
This product does not, by itself, supply 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 provides controls for users to select and play closed captioning.
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
Supports
The product preserves available caption data when converting video from supported media formats.
7.2.1 Audio description playback
Supports
The product provides controls for users to select and play closed audio description tracks.
7.2.2 Audio description synchronization
Supports
When the product plays closed audio description, synchronization is preserved between the audio description and the corresponding audiovisual content.
7.2.3 Preservation of audio description
Supports
The product preserves available closed audio description data when converting 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:

Criteria
Conformance Level
Remarks and Explanations
10.1.1.1 through 10.4.1.3
See WCAG 2.x section
See information in WCAG 2.x section.
10.5 Caption positioning
Authored Content (Video): Supports
Authored Content (Video): The product allows authors to position captions so they do not obscure relevant visual information.
10.6 Audio description timing
Authored Content (Video): Supports
Authored Content (Video): The product allows authors to provide timing of audio descriptions, so they do not interfere with relevant audio information.

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 the 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
The product is not assistive technology
11.5.2.5 Object information
Does Not Support
Most objects in the product do not expose name, role, state, boundary, or description information to assistive technology.
11.5.2.6 Row, column, and headers
Supports
The product exposes the row, column, and headers of table cells, such as in the home screen, to assistive technology.
11.5.2.7 Values
Does Not Support
Most input controls, such as buttons and dropdowns, 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 hierarchical parent-child relationships to assistive technology.
11.5.2.10 Text
Does Not Support
The product does not expose most 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
Does Not Support
The product does not allow assistive technology to perform actions on most objects.
11.5.2.13 Tracking of focus and selection attributes
Supports
The product exposes focus, text insertion point, and text selection to assistive technology.
11.5.2.14 Modification of focus and selection attributes
Supports
The product allows assistive technology to move focus and modify text selection ranges.
11.5.2.15 Change notification
Does Not Support
The product does not notify assistive technology about most attribute changes in user interface elements.
11.5.2.16 Modifications of states and properties
Does Not Support
Most controls do not receive keyboard focus, which prevents assistive technology from modifying their values and text.
11.5.2.17 Modifications of values and text
Does Not Support
Most controls do not receive keyboard focus, which prevents assistive technology from modifying their values and text.
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 contrast and font size.
11.8.2 Accessible content creation
See WCAG 2.x section
The product enables authors to create content which conforms to most WCAG 2.1 Levels A and AA. See details for individual criteria in the WCAG 2.x section. However, most authoring functions in the product do not actively guide authors to create accessible content.
11.8.3 Preservation of accessibility information in transformations
Supports
The product preserves information provided for accessibility.
11.8.4 Repair assistance
Not Applicable
The product does not have accessibility checking functionality.
11.8.5 Templates
Not Applicable
The product does not provide templates for authored content.

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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