Accessibility

TypingSpark aims to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 at level AA.

What is supported

Keyboard only. Every page and tool can be used without a mouse. In a test, press Esc to restart; Tab always moves focus normally and is never captured.
Screen readers. The typing area is labelled, results are announced when a test ends and every chart has a table view.
Reduced motion. If your device asks for reduced motion, animations are removed and games start in calm mode.
Text size and width. Test text can be shown in four sizes and three line widths, and the page works when zoomed to 200%.
Colour. Mistakes are shown with an underline as well as colour. Light and dark themes are available, with contrast checked in both.
Pace. Lessons and practice can be done without a timer, and stop-on-error mode lets you go at your own speed.

Speed tests measure typing on a physical keyboard. Results from on-screen keyboards, switch access, eye tracking or speech input are not comparable with physical keyboard results, though all tools can still be used for practice.
Fast-moving games are hard to follow with a screen reader. Calm mode and the accuracy challenge work better.
Ads are provided by Google and their accessibility is outside our control. They are never placed inside the typing area.

If something does not work for you, please tell us what you were trying to do and which browser and assistive technology you use.

Email: INFO@rhmc.ca
Operator: RHMC