WCAG 2.0 · Level AA · Perceivable
WCAG 1.4.5 — Images of Text
Use real text rather than images of text, except for logos or where a specific presentation is essential.
WCAG 1.4.5 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
Use real text rather than images of text, except for logos or where a specific presentation is essential.
Who it helps
Low-vision users (images of text don’t scale or recolor well) and screen-reader users.
Common failures
- Headings, buttons, or banners rendered as images of text
How to meet WCAG 1.4.5
- Render text as HTML and style with CSS
- Reserve images of text for logos/branding
How to test it
Manual.