WCAG 2.0 · Level AA · Perceivable
WCAG 1.2.5 — Audio Description (Prerecorded)
Prerecorded video needs an audio description of meaningful visual detail (the AA-level requirement beyond 1.2.3).
WCAG 1.2.5 at a glance
Level AA · Principle: Perceivable · Added in WCAG 2.0. Level AA is the conformance target for the ADA, EAA, and Section 508.
What it means
Prerecorded video needs an audio description of meaningful visual detail (the AA-level requirement beyond 1.2.3).
Who it helps
Blind and low-vision users.
Common failures
- Important visual information in video with no audio description
How to meet WCAG 1.2.5
- Provide an audio description track for prerecorded video
How to test it
Manual review.