What WCAG 2.5.7 Requires
Functionality that requires a dragging movement (reordering a list, adjusting a slider) must also be operable without dragging, for example with buttons or keyboard input.
Can AccessBell Test This Automatically?
Not fully. Like most WCAG criteria that depend on meaning or context, this one needs a person to judge. AccessBell's report lists it for manual review rather than marking it pass or fail automatically, so it never gets missed.
How to Test It by Hand
Try completing any drag-based interaction using only clicks, taps or keyboard keys instead of a drag gesture.
Common Failures
- A drag-to-reorder list has no "move up" / "move down" buttons as an alternative.
- A custom slider can only be operated by dragging its handle, with no arrow-key support.
Related Criteria in Input Modalities
WCAG 2.5.7 Questions
What does WCAG 2.5.7 require?
Functionality that requires a dragging movement (reordering a list, adjusting a slider) must also be operable without dragging, for example with buttons or keyboard input.
Can AccessBell test WCAG 2.5.7 automatically?
Not fully. This criterion needs a person to judge, so AccessBell's report lists it for manual review rather than marking it pass or fail on its own.
What level is WCAG 2.5.7?
Level AA, added in WCAG 2.2. Level AA is required to meet WCAG AA, the level referenced by the ADA, Section 508 and most accessibility laws.
Sources
- W3C: Understanding 2.5.7 Dragging Movements (opens in a new tab)
- W3C: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 (opens in a new tab)
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