Margin

Respect user preferences for spacing

Users with cognitive disabilities or specific visual needs may rely on custom spacing preferences.

Ensure margins do not override user-defined styles.


Do not rely on margin for meaning

Screen reader users and keyboard-only users do not perceive visual spacing.

If margin is used to indicate separation of sections, ensure there are other meaningful cues, such as headings, landmarks, or aria-labelledby attributes.


Ensure consistent responsive behavior

Margins should adjust appropriately across different screen sizes to prevent layout issues, especially in mobile or zoomed-in views.

Test how margins behave when users increase text size (e.g., via browser settings).


Accessibility checklist

 

Respect user preferences for spacing

Do not rely on margin for meaning

Ensure consistent responsive behavior