Web Accessibility of 3D Configurators and 3D Planners HomeByMe
Did you know? To facilitate the accessibility of websites and digital services, a European standard – European Accessibility Act - imposes certain legal obligations that must be complied with. The goal is for web content and digital services to be understandable and usable by people with disabilities.
HomeByMe's 3D solutions meet web accessibility standards for everyone. The product configurators and 3D planners are designed to be accessible, regardless of users' needs and abilities.
A Solution Perceptible and Usable by All
HomeByMe pays special attention to the perception of content. Every image, video, or non-textual media includes detailed alternative texts compatible with screen readers. Special care is given to color and contrast to ensure text readability for all profiles.
Using HomeByMe planners or configurators does not necessarily require a mouse: all navigation can be easily done via the keyboard. With the "Tab" and "Enter" keys and an optimized navigation logic, all menus and functional elements remain accessible. By navigating this way, users can add furniture, activate the automatic kitchen layout suggestion, customize a sofa, or validate a step. Many keyboard shortcuts are also integrated, allowing for faster design processes.
An Understandable and Robust Experience
The architecture of HomeByMe applications ensures a consistent experience from one page to another, making it easier to use thanks to an intuitive structure. The "lang" attribute is specified in the HTML code to indicate the primary language, optimizing content comprehension for assistive technologies. In case of an error during use, clear messages and instructions are displayed at the right time and are readable by screen readers to guide the user. The state of certain key elements, such as open or closed menus and checkboxes, is also announced.
From a technical perspective, the code is enriched with specific tags that ensure optimal compatibility with screen readers, even for complex components like menus or 3D simulations.
3D Solutions Accessible to All
Accessibility is not just a regulatory criterion for HomeByMe by Dassault Systèmes but a core value integrated into its solutions. By making 3D planners and configurators accessible to everyone, HomeByMe enables every user, regardless of their abilities, to design their space layout independently and efficiently.
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