WCAG 2.1 · Level A · Operable
WCAG 2.5.1 — Pointer Gestures
Multipoint or path-based gestures (pinch, swipe-path) must have a single-pointer alternative.
WCAG 2.5.1 at a glance
Level A · Principle: Operable · Added in WCAG 2.1. Level A is the minimum — failing it blocks some users entirely.
What it means
Multipoint or path-based gestures (pinch, swipe-path) must have a single-pointer alternative.
Who it helps
Users with motor disabilities and those using assistive pointers.
Common failures
- Content only operable by pinch-zoom or complex swipe paths
How to meet WCAG 2.5.1
- Provide simple tap/click alternatives to gestures
How to test it
Manual.