From cf270ea82c5c8ae7fe2da0686fae2a904b257f86 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: VinnyNC Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:09:06 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] Update UI_UPDATE.MD: Mark task 4.5.2 Screen Reader Support as completed --- UI_UPDATE.MD | 10 ++++++---- 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/UI_UPDATE.MD b/UI_UPDATE.MD index d7872f7..4aa493b 100644 --- a/UI_UPDATE.MD +++ b/UI_UPDATE.MD @@ -532,10 +532,12 @@ All utilities follow the established pattern of using CSS custom properties from All keyboard navigation follows WCAG 2.1 AA standards with proper focus management, logical tab order, and comprehensive screen reader support. -#### 4.5.2: Screen Reader Support -- [ ] Implement ARIA live regions -- [ ] Add proper ARIA attributes -- [ ] Test dynamic content announcements +#### 4.5.2: Screen Reader Support - COMPLETED 9/30/2025 +- [x] Implement ARIA live regions +- [x] Add proper ARIA attributes +- [x] Test dynamic content announcements + +**Notes:** Comprehensive screen reader support implemented with dedicated ARIA live regions and intelligent announcement system. Added 7 screen reader announcer regions with different priority levels (assertive for critical updates, polite for informational). Implemented threshold-based announcements to prevent spam (viewer count changes only announced when difference ≥5). Created advanced announcement queue with priority management and delay timing. Integrates with chat system for admin actions, validation feedback, message grouping, and connection status. Includes activity feed announcements and form success/error feedback. All announcements use semantic language and appropriate timing to maintain user context without overwhelming the screen reader experience. ---