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Success Criterion · WCAG 2.5.5

Target Size (Enhanced)

The size of the target for pointer inputs is at least 44 by 44 CSS pixels except when the target is available through an equivalent link or control on the same page that is at least 44 by 44 CSS pixels, the target is in a sentence or block of text, the size of the target is determined by the user agent and is not modified by the author, or a particular presentation of the target is essential to the information being conveyed.

Level AAAWCAG 2.1Operable2.5 · Input Modalities

Success criterion

What WCAG 2.5.5 requires

Summarized directly from the official Understanding document so teams can quote the requirement accurately.

All non-text content that is presented to users must expose an equivalent text-based alternative unless a documented exception applies.

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Overview

Use this space to describe how your product interprets this success criterion, list ownership, and capture implementation decisions for future audits.

Reference: All summaries and highlights originate from Understanding WCAG 2.5.5 and the W3C quick reference.

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Fast facts

Conformance level: Level AAA
WCAG version introduced: WCAG 2.1
Principle: Operable
Guideline: 2.5 · Input Modalities

Implementation checklist

Capture progress and blockers

Document how this criterion impacts your product and note any exceptions.
Describe the user experience goal in plain language for designers and engineers.
List the components, templates, or workflows that must meet this requirement.
Capture manual and automated testing steps for future audits.

Testing ideas

Prove conformance with evidence

Pair automated linting with human review to verify visual, auditory, or temporal aspects.
Use assistive technology walkthroughs (screen reader, keyboard, switch, voice) to validate behavior.
Capture screenshots or recordings that demonstrate pass/fail conditions.

Related success criteria

More from Input Modalities (2.5)

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WCAG 2.5.1Pointer GesturesLevel A WCAG 2.5.2Pointer CancellationLevel A WCAG 2.5.3Label in NameLevel A WCAG 2.5.4Motion ActuationLevel A WCAG 2.5.6Concurrent Input MechanismsLevel AAA WCAG 2.5.7Dragging MovementsLevel AA WCAG 2.5.8Target Size (Minimum)Level AA

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