Ensuring Accessibility Visual Characteristics 

When a visual indicator, such as a red asterisk (*), is used to signify a required field or element, it’s essential to ensure that screen readers can clearly identify this information for users with visual impairments. 

For example, if an asterisk is used to denote a required field, adding the word "Required" in brackets next to the asterisk would be a helpful practice. This ensures that screen readers read aloud the full context, making the form or field more accessible. 

Example: Instead of just displaying "*", write:  "Name (Required)" 

This way, a screen reader will announce the field as "Name, Required," allowing the user to clearly understand that it is a mandatory field. This practice improves accessibility by ensuring that users relying on screen readers are not left without crucial information. 

For more information, check:

• Explore accessibility with Digital Education 

Additional Tips

• For more information, check out the WCAG 2.2 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).