WCAG 1.0

Provide equivalent alternatives to auditory and visual content

Ensure that content conveyed through images, audio, or video has text alternatives.

Don't rely on color alone

Ensure that information conveyed through color is also available through other means.

Use markup and style sheets and do so properly

Use HTML and CSS correctly to separate structure from presentation.

Clarify natural language usage

Identify changes in the natural language of text.

Create tables that transform gracefully

Ensure tables are properly structured and have headers.

Ensure that pages featuring new technologies transform gracefully

Ensure pages work even when newer technologies are disabled or not supported.

Ensure user control of time-sensitive content changes

Allow users to control blinking, moving, or auto-updating content.

Ensure direct accessibility of embedded user interfaces

Make embedded interfaces accessible or provide accessible alternatives.

Design for device-independence

Ensure functionality is accessible via keyboard and other input methods.

Use interim solutions

Use accessibility features that were available at the time.

Use W3C technologies and guidelines

Follow W3C specifications and accessibility guidelines.

Provide context and orientation information

Help users understand where they are and navigate effectively.

Provide clear navigation mechanisms

Ensure clear and consistent navigation throughout the site.

Ensure that documents are clear and simple

Write content that is clear and easy to understand.