Unlock the power of meaningful links

Most users visually scan links on a page, keyboard users use the tab key to jump from link to link, and screen readers can listen to a list of links on a page. WCAG 2.1 provide guidance for links that emphasize clarity, accessibility, and user-friendliness. They include: Clear and Descriptive Text: Use link text that tells users where the link leads. Ensure link text is distinct from other link text on page. Avoid vague phrases like “click here” or “read more.” Visual Distinction: Links need to look different from regular text so they catch your eye. Keep color perception differences … Continue reading Unlock the power of meaningful links

MATCH and CAREERS: NSF Programs Offering Personalized Guidance for Computational Research

Did you know that NSF supports programs to connect researchers with mentors and graduate students who can provide guidance for a range of computational projects? Research projects, regardless of discipline, require increasingly robust computational approaches and complex data workflows, and … Continue reading MATCH and CAREERS: NSF Programs Offering Personalized Guidance for Computational Research