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Math Accessibility on the Web: ARIA math Role & Best Practices

Discover how to improve math accessibility on the web using the ARIA math role. Learn best practices, see real-world examples, and boost inclusivity.

Manuel Sánchez

1 min read

Feb 2, 2025

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Note: Hi! I am working on a newer version of this article, since I realized when testing with screen readers that there are better ways to improve math accessibility. Hopefully it will be ready by end-2025 / beginning-2026. Stay tuned!

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