What WCAG 3.2.3 Requires
Navigation that repeats across multiple pages (a main menu, a footer) must appear in the same relative order each time, so visitors can build a mental model of the site.
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
Compare the navigation menu across several pages and confirm the items appear in the same order.
Common Failures
- The main navigation menu reorders its items differently depending on the page.
Related Criteria in Predictable
WCAG 3.2.3 Questions
What does WCAG 3.2.3 require?
Navigation that repeats across multiple pages (a main menu, a footer) must appear in the same relative order each time, so visitors can build a mental model of the site.
Can AccessBell test WCAG 3.2.3 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 3.2.3?
Level AA, added in WCAG 2.0. Level AA is required to meet WCAG AA, the level referenced by the ADA, Section 508 and most accessibility laws.
Sources
- W3C: Understanding 3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (opens in a new tab)
- W3C: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 (opens in a new tab)
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