Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report

VPAT® Version 2.3 (Revised) – April 2019

Product Information

Name of Product/Version: Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Forms Document Security 6.5
Product Description:
Date: May 4, 2020
Contact information: access@adobe.com
Notes:
Evaluation Methods Used: Testing the productinvolved 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.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)

Does Not Support

While several meaningful images contain text alternatives, many meaningful and decorative images and icons do not.

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)

Supports

The product does not contain prerecorded audio-only or 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)

Supports

The product does not contain any content that requires captions.

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)

Supports

The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description or a media alternative.

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)

Supports

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)

Supports

The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description.

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)

Partially Supports

Most visual structure and relationship information is provided through object information or in text. Exceptions include:

Table heading cells are not identified correctly

Landmark regions are not provided

Grouping elements for radio button and check box groups are not provided

Error messages are not associated with the control causing the error

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)

Partially Supports

The product presents most 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)

Supports

Instructions provided for understanding and operating content 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

Supports

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

Does Not Support

The product does not identify the purpose of the inputs on the Local User Options screen.

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)

Supports

In the product color is not used as the only visual means of conveying information, indicating an action, prompting a response, or distinguishing a visual element.

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)

Supports

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)

Partially Supports

Some components on the product do not meet the minimum contrast requirements, including the following:

Links on the breadcrumb bar

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)

Partially Supports

Throughout the product, when resizing text by up to 200%, some text is no longer contained within its containers and overlaps with elements, causing it to be difficult to read.

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)

Supports

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

Does Not Support

Throughout the system, when the view port is reduced to 320px wide, content can only be viewed by scrolling in two dimensions. Some content also overlaps other content and functionality is impeded.

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

Supports

Throughout the system, links and controls have sufficient contrast.

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

Supports

There is no loss of content or functionality when users override author specified text styles.

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

Supports

Throughout the product, content is not made visible via 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)

Partially Supports

Most product functionality can be operated through a keyboard interface. Exceptions include:

Pop-up calendar controls

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)

Supports

The product does not feature any content or controls that cause a keyboard trap.

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

Supports

No shortcuts are used in the product.

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)

Supports

The product does not include time limits less than 20 hours.

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)

Supports

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)

Supports

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

Supports

The product uses the HTML heading elements to provide structure following the main navigation.

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)

Does Not Support

Throughout the site, the page titles are generally not descriptive or unique.

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)

Does Not Support

Many elements in the product receive focus in an order that does not match the visual presentation.

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)

Supports

Links within the product make sense within their context of use.

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

Supports

All pages are linked from the home screen of the application.

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)

Supports

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)

Supports

Focus indicators are clear and obvious on the product.

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

Supports

The product does not use multipoint or path-based gestures for operation.

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

Partially Supports

The product contains only functionality that can be activated on the up event of a single pointer.

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

Does Not Support

For components that have visible text labels, that text usually exists in the component's accessible name. Controls which are not correctly labeled provide exceptions to this criterion.

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

Supports

The product does not contain any functionality that can be 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)

Does Not Support

The human language of the page is not defined in markup.

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)

2017 Section 508

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

Supports

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)

2017 Section 508

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

Supports

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)

2017 Section 508

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

Supports

Changes of context do not occur automatically on user input.

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)

2017 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

Supports

When navigational mechanisms are repeated in the product, they occur in a consistent relative order.

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)

2017 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

Supports

Components with the same functionality, such as form controls with the same purpose are identified consistently.

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)

2017 Section 508

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

Supports

Input errors are identified and described to the users in 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)

2019 Section 508

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

Supports

Controls within the product have visual labels and/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)

2017 Section 508

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

Supports

Most input validation errors are accompanied by a textual explanation that provides guidance about how to fix the error.

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)

2017 Section 508

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

Supports

The product does not process legal commitments or financial transactions. 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)

2017 Section 508

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

Supports

The product does not contain any parsing errors that cause accessibility problems.

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)

2017 Section 508

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

Does Not Support

Numerous controls and richly interactive widgets do not provide appropriate semantics necessary for conveying name, role, and value. Some examples include:

Tab bar controls

Pop-up calendar controls

Multiple input controls are incorrectly labeled due to incorrect labeling relationships

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

Does Not Support

Status messages that provide feedback when the user updates information in the product are not announced to assistive technologies.

Revised Section 508 Report

Notes:

Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

302.1 Without Vision

Does Not Support

Several pieces of functionality within the product are inaccessible to users without vision, as shown in 1.1.1 Non-text content, 1.3.1 Info and Relationships, 2.1.1 Keyboard, and 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value.

302.2 With Limited Vision

Partially Supports

Most of the product can be used by users with low vision. Exceptions are listed in 1.4.4 Resize Text, and 2.4.3 (Focus Order).

302.3 Without Perception of Color

Supports

Users who cannot perceive color will be able to use the product.

302.4 Without Hearing

Supports

The product does not contain any audio content that requires hearing.

302.5 With Limited Hearing

Supports

The product does not contain any audio content that requires hearing.

302.6 Without Speech

Supports

The product does not require the use of speech.

302.7 With Limited Manipulation

Partially Supports

Most functionality within the product is accessible to users with limited manipulation, as shown in 2.1.1 Keyboard, although the issues identified in 2.4.3 Focus Order will present challenges.

302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength

Supports

The product is functional with limited reach and strength.

302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities

Partially Supports

Some features of the product will present challenges for users with cognitive impairments. Exceptions include:

Issues identified in 1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose

Chapter 4: Hardware

Notes: Not Applicable

Chapter 5: Software

Notes:

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.

EN 301 549 Report

Notes:

Chapter 4: Functional Performance Statements (FPS)

Notes:

Criteria

Conformance Level

Remarks and Explanations

4.2.1 Usage without vision

Does Not Support

Several pieces of functionality within the product is inaccessible to users without vision, as shown in 1.1.1 Non-text content, 1.3.1 Info and Relationships, 2.1.1 Keyboard, and 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value.

4.2.2 Usage with limited vision

Partially Supports

Most of the product can be used by users with low vision. Exceptions are listed in 1.4.4 Resize Text, and 2.4.3 (Focus Order).

4.2.3 Usage without perception of colour

Supports

Users who cannot perceive color will be able to use the product.

4.2.4 Usage without hearing

Supports

The product does not contain any audio content that requires hearing.

4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing

Supports

The product does not contain any audio content that requires hearing.

4.2.6 Usage without vocal capability

Supports

The product does not require user speech.

4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength

Partially Supports

4.2.8 Usage with limited reach

Supports

The product is functional with limited reach.

4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure triggers

Supports

The product does not contain flashing content.

4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition

Partially Supports

Some features of the product will present challenges for users with cognitive impairments. Exceptions include:

Issues identified in 1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose

4.2.11 Privacy

Supports

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

Chapter 5: Generic Requirements

Notes:

Chapter 6: ICT with Two-Way Voice Communication

Notes: Not Applicable

Chapter 7: ICT with Video Capabilities

Notes:

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: Not Applicable

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.

Chapter 13: ICT Providing Relay or Emergency Service Access

Notes: Not Applicable

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