Audio Control

Success criterion 1.4.2 · Level A

Audio Control

If any audio on a Web page plays automatically for more than 3 seconds, either a mechanism is available to pause or stop the audio, or a mechanism is available to control the audio volume independently from the overall system volume level.

Principle 1: Perceivable · Guideline 1.4: Distinguishable

What each role can do

Product manager

Avoid autoplaying audio or provide clear controls to stop or adjust the volume.

Designer

Design visible and easy-to-use audio controls on the media player.

Developer

Implement audio controls that can be easily accessed and used.

Tester

Test to make sure audio controls are functional and accessible on different devices.

Once it is fixed

“Thanks for giving me control of the sound. My coffee thanks you too!”