Accessibility Considerations for Paste Tools

Accessibility (a11y) is not optional. A paste platform like FragBin should empower all users-developers with screen readers, low-vision users, and power keyboard navigators.

1. Keyboard-First Workflow

Ensure focus states are visible
Provide shortcuts for copy and toggle actions
Avoid tabindex values > 0

2. Color & Contrast

Use accessible contrast ratios (WCAG AA/AAA where possible). Theme variables should adapt to dark/light without loss of clarity.

3. ARIA & Semantics

Element	Best Practice
Buttons performing actions	Use <button>, not <div>
Landmarks	<main>, <nav>, <footer> for screen reader regions
Modals	aria-modal="true" and focus trapping

4. Markdown Rendering Considerations

Sanitize or escape unsafe HTML. Preserve heading hierarchy (no skipping from h1 → h4). Provide copy feedback that is screen-reader friendly.

5. Forms & Prompts

Label password inputs clearly. Associate labels using htmlFor & id.

6. Motion & Reduced Preference

Respect prefers-reduced-motion. Avoid unnecessary transitions for core interactions like copy.

7. Testing Stack

Axe DevTools or Lighthouse audits
Screen reader passes (NVDA, VoiceOver)
Keyboard-only QA sessions

8. Inclusive Benefits

Accessible design improves speed for all users. Better focus order = faster navigation; higher contrast = reduced eye strain.

9. Continuous Improvement Checklist

Audit after each major UI refactor
Track a11y regressions in CI
Provide skip-to-content link
Document focus management in modals

10. Conclusion

Accessibility compounds trust and usability. Baking principles into FragBin ensures a sustainable, inclusive developer tool.