ADA Hierarchy and Patterns

Video Chapters & Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction & ADA Content Hierarchy Overview

00:02 – Content Order

Introduces content hierarchy, logical flow, and why websites should be obvious and predictable to use.

02:02 – Not Obvious Content Order

Explains gray areas of content flow and demonstrates how visual grouping and layout affect reading order.

04:31 – Text Guidelines

Covers text resizing, minimum sizing, formatting rules, and common accessibility mistakes to avoid.

06:25 – Use Default Headings in Logical Order

Breaks down proper heading structure (H1–H6), why order matters, and what not to do for ADA compliance.

07:43 – Built-In Tools

Walkthrough of built-in WordPress tools, preset styles, the assets page, and using advanced styling correctly.

10:31 – Establish & Maintain Consistent Patterns

Focuses on links, navigation behavior, descriptive link text, and predictable user interactions.

12:50 – Obvious (Yet Not-So-Obvious) Patterns to Build By

Design rules of thumb: bold, italics, all caps, alignment, text width, heading size, and readability.

15:36 – Checking Your Work

Demonstrates how to use the WAVE Chrome extension to test accessibility and interpret results.

Видео ADA Hierarchy and Patterns канала MayeCreate