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Screen readers and layers
Hello everyone,
I am working on a project that has a button function that directs learners through a scenario. Some of the pages have multiple layers that should only be "visible" based on the role selected at the beginning of the scenario. My question is will a screen reader read all of the layers on the page or only the layer that is associated with the role selected? I hope that makes sense.
Hi Nicole!
Sounds like a fun project!
The screen reader will only read what’s active on the screen. If a layer is currently “hidden”, then the screen reader will not read the content.
We have a resource that explains how to create and test an accessible course with a screen reader! You can find it here: Accessible E-Learning & Screen Readers: What You Need to Know
Please let me know if you have any further questions.