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- Perceivable
- WCAG 1.2.1
- Level A
What is Audio Transcript Text?
Audio-only content should include a transcript so users can understand the spoken material in text form.
This helps people who cannot hear the audio, and it also supports searching and review.
- Deaf and hard of hearing users.
- People in silent or noisy environments.
- Users who prefer to read instead of listen.
- Improves Accessibility
- Searchable Content
- Better User Experience
- Supports Compliance
Good vs Bad Examples
Use the tabs to compare audio with and without a transcript.
Audio with transcript
Transcript
Reading English paragraphs is a great way to improve your understanding of the language and expand your vocabulary.
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<audio controls aria-describedby="transcript"><source src="/audio/audio-transcript.mp3" type="audio/mpeg" /></audio><div id="transcript"><h3>Transcript</h3><p>Reading English paragraphs is a great way to improve your understanding of the language and expand your vocabulary.</p></div>Why this is correct:
- Provides a full transcript of the audio content.
- Accessible to users who cannot hear the audio.
- Supports WCAG 1.2.1.
Implementation Checklist
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Knowledge Check
Answer Yes or No to test your understanding of audio transcripts.
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