"Screen readers announce elements like buttons, headings, and interactive states. They can't interpret the intent of the UI based on how it looks; it's dependent on how the UI is structured and defined."
"Every design decision you make, like the components you choose and the intended hierarchy of the page, must be conveyed in a way that doesn't depend on visual cues."
"To design for screen readers, you first need to understand that the UI you create will be reduced to a linear stream of information. There's no visual hierarchy or spatial relationships."
Most designers focus on visual elements like color and layout, but screen reader users require compatibility with assistive technology. Screen readers translate UI into spoken content, announcing elements like buttons and headings without understanding visual intent. Design decisions must convey meaning without relying on visual cues. Understanding how screen readers work is essential for creating accessible interfaces, as they present information in a linear format, stripping away visual hierarchy and spatial relationships.
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