WCAG 2.1 · Level A · Operable
WCAG 2.5.2 — Pointer Cancellation
Actions triggered by a single pointer should complete on the up-event, so users can abort by moving away.
WCAG 2.5.2 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
Actions triggered by a single pointer should complete on the up-event, so users can abort by moving away.
Who it helps
Users with motor disabilities prone to accidental activation.
Common failures
- Actions firing on touch-down with no way to cancel
How to meet WCAG 2.5.2
- Trigger on pointer-up; allow drag-away to cancel
How to test it
Manual.