Understanding 2.5.1 Pointer Gestures

2.5.1 Pointer Gestures suggests that all point-based gestures be simple. This includes click, tap, double click, click & hold, or long press. These are considered single pointer gestures. Pointer gestures that are non-compliant include two-finger pinch zoom, a split tap where one finger rests on the screen and a second finger taps, or a two- or three-finger tap or swipe. These are considered multipoint and path-based gestures and are not compliant. 

However, you can use multipoint or path-based gestures as long as there is a single pointer gesture option.

Maps

Mapquest is a great example of this. You can use a multipoint gestures and path-based gestures to interact with the map. You can pinch-to-zoom and drag on this application. Mapquest also includes a menu that uses single-pointer navigation. The  act as Where you can use single clicks to perform those same actions.

Single pointer gestures should be used rather than complex ones when possible. If multipoint and path-based gestures are used, include a simple option as well!

Sliders

Another example would be a slider. If a slider does not include simple gestures and only includes swipes the slider is not ADA compliant. Once again, if multipoint and path-based gestures are used, include a simple option as well!

How AudioEye Helps

AudioEye will alert Managed customers when 2.5.1 violations are detected and can take action with customer approval. However, for instances where Managed customers do have full control to remediate the source issue, AudioEye will collaborate with accessibility stakeholders to instruct them on what specific changes are required, why the changes are important, and how the changes can be implemented.