Adobe Spark Accessibility Conformance Report
VPAT® Version 2.3 (Revised) – April 2019
Product Information
Name of Product/Version: Adobe FrameMaker Publishing Server 2019 Release
Product Description: Fast. Powerful. Future-ready. Boost performance with an all-new 64-bit FrameMaker. Create rich, immersive content with unmatched image handling capabilities. Experience faster opening and publishing of PDF and HTML5 files. Push the envelope with new capabilities built on top of the latest technologies. Get started with XML/DITA authoring with an easy-to-use workspace, productivity enhancements and lots more.
Report Date: August 2019
Contact information: access@adobe.com
Notes: The information contained in this report applies to the product itself. Information about product help and support documentation is located at: http://www.adobe.com/accessibility/compliance.html.
Evaluation Methods Used: Testing Adobe FrameMaker Publishing Server involved extensive use of leading assistive technology, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and speech recognition software, as well as exclusive use of the keyboard. Native platform accessibility features were also used to assist with testing. These were supplemented with techniques such as manual inspection of Accessibility API output.
Applicable Standards/Guidelines
This report covers the degree of conformance for the following accessibility standard/guidelines:
Standard/Guideline |
Included in Report |
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Level A: Yes |
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Level A: Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
Terms
The terms used in the Conformance Level information are defined as follows:
- Supports: The functionality of the product has at least one method that meets the criterion without known defects or meets with equivalent facilitation.
- Partially Supports: Some functionality of the product does not meet the criterion.
- Does Not Support: The majority of product functionality does not meet the criterion.
- Not Applicable: The criterion is not relevant to the product.
- Not Evaluated: The product has not been evaluated against the criterion. This can be used only in WCAG 2.0 Level AAA.
WCAG 2.x Report
Tables 1 and 2 also document conformance with:
- EN 301 549: Chapter 9 - Web, Sections 10.1-10.4 of Chapter 10 - Non-Web documents, and Sections 11.1-11.4 and 11.8.2 of Chapter 11 - Non-Web Software (open and closed functionality), and Sections 12.1.2 and 12.2.4 of Chapter 12 – Documentation
- Revised Section 508: Chapter 5 – 501.1 Scope, 504.2 Content Creation or Editing, and Chapter 6 – 602.3 Electronic Support Documentation.
Note: When reporting on conformance with the WCAG 2.x Success Criteria, they are scoped for full pages, complete processes, and accessibility-supported ways of using technology as documented in the WCAG 2.0 Conformance Requirements.
Guideline 1.1 Text Alternatives:
Provide text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product provides text alternatives for images, such as the FrameMaker logo. |
Guideline 1.2 Time-based Media:
Provide alternatives for time-based media.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded audio-only or video-only media. |
1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded synchronized media. |
1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description or a media alternative. |
1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain live synchronized media. |
1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description. |
Guideline 1.3 Adaptable:
Create content that can be presented in different ways (for example simpler layout) without losing information or structure.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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1.3.4 Orientation (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: Content does not restrict its view and operation to a single display orientation. |
1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain input fields that collect information about the user. |
Guideline 1.4 Distinguishable:
Make it easier for users to see and hear content including separating foreground from background.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most text does not meet minimum contrast requirements. Examples include:
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1.4.4 Resize Text (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product allows browser zoom to resize text up to 200 percent without loss of content or functionality. |
1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product uses text instead of images of text, except for branding elements that are considered essential. |
1.4.10 Reflow (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Does Not Support |
Web: At the required width of 320 CSS pixels, most functions of the product do not meet this criterion. Content which does not require two-dimensional layout for meaning relies on scrolling in two dimensions. Examples include:
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1.4.11 Non-text Contrast (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: Non-text content elements have sufficient contrast. |
1.4.12 Text Spacing (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product supports the required text style properties without loss of content or functionality. |
1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: When content is triggered by hover or focus, it becomes visible and then hidden in a manner which meets this criterion. |
Guideline 2.4 Navigable:
Provide ways to help users navigate, find content, and determine where they are.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Users can locate web pages in the product through the homepage, which acts as a sitemap for the product. |
2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Headings and labels are descriptive. |
2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most focusable elements do not have a visible keyboard focus indicator. Examples include:
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Guideline 3.1 Readable:
Make text content readable and understandable.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Content is only presented in one language at a time. |
Guideline 3.2 Predictable:
Make Web pages appear and operate in predictable ways..
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: When navigational mechanisms are repeated in the product, such as the main header, they occur in a consistent relative order. |
3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Components with the same functionality are identified consistently. |
Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance:
Help users avoid and correct mistakes.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Where input errors are automatically detected, such as when entering an invalid Task input source, suggestions for correction are provided to the user. |
3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not process legal commitments or financial transactions. Changes to user-controllable data are reversible or can be confirmed before finalizing. |
Guideline 4.1 Compatible:
Maximize compatibility with current and future user agents, including assistive technologies.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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4.1.3 Status Messages (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: When status updates do not receive focus, the product provides the update to assistive technology. |
Revised Section 508 Report
Notes:
Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)
Notes: This table documents instances of equivalent facilitation or instances of functions not addressed by technical requirements. Responses which cite technical requirements are informative only.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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302.1 Without Vision |
Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most functions of the product are not usable without vision. Examples include:
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302.2 With Limited Vision |
Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most functions of the product are not usable with limited vision. Examples include:
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable without perception of color. Exceptions include:
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302.4 Without Hearing |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
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302.5 With Limited Hearing |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
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302.6 Without Speech |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of speech. |
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302.7 With Limited Manipulation |
Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most functions of the product are not usable with limited manipulation, Examples include:
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302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product is functional with limited reach and strength. |
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302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. |
Chapter 6: Support Documentation and Services
Notes: Information regarding Support Documentation and Services is available in the Accessibility Conformance Report for the Adobe Help Center.
EN 301 549 Report
Notes:
Chapter 4: 4.2 Functional Performance Statements (FPS)
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
4.2.1 Usage without vision |
Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most functions of the product are not usable without vision. Examples include:
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4.2.2 Usage with limited vision |
Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most functions of the product are not usable with limited vision. Examples include:
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4.2.3 Usage without perception of colour |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable without perception of color. Exceptions includ:
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4.2.4 Usage without hearing |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
4.2.6 Usage without vocal capability |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of speech. |
4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength |
Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Most functions of the product are not usable with limited manipulation or strength, Examples include:
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4.2.8 Usage with limited reach |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product is functional with limited reach. |
4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure triggers |
Web: Supports |
Web: As noted in 2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold, no content within the product flashes or blinks. |
4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. |
4.2.11 Privacy |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not ask for or display legal, financial, or personal data. |
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
5.1. Closed functionality |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.2 Activation of accessibility features |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have specific documented accessibility features. The product instead relies upon platform accessibility features. |
5.3 Biometrics |
Not Applicable |
The product does not use biological characteristics for user identification or for control of the product. |
5.4 Preservation of accessibility information during conversion |
Not Applicable |
The product does not convert content. |
5.5.1 Means of operation |
Not Applicable |
The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons, which do not require grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. |
5.5.2 Operable parts discernibility |
Does Not Support |
The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons. As noted in 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value, most operable parts lack an accessible name which would enable them to be discernible without user vision. |
5.6.1 Tactile or auditory status |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have locking or toggle controls. |
5.6.2 Visual status |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have locking or toggle controls. |
5.7 Key repeat |
Not Applicable |
The product relies on platform software to turn off or adjust key repeat. |
5.8 Double-strike key acceptance |
Not Applicable |
The product does not provide a keyboard or keypad. |
5.9 Simultaneous user actions |
Supports |
The product relies on platform software features, such as Sticky Keys, to ensure simultaneous user actions are not required |
Chapter 6: ICT with Two-Way Voice Communication
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 7: ICT with Video Capabilities
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 8: Hardware
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 9: Web (see WCAG 2.x section)
Notes:
Chapter 10: Non-web Documents
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 11: Software
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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11.1.1.1 through 11.4.1.3 |
Not applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.1 Platform accessibility service support for software that provides a user interface |
See 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17 |
See information in 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17 |
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11.5.2.2 Platform accessibility service support for assistive technologies |
See 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17. |
See information in 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17 |
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11.5.2.3 Use of accessibility services |
See 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17. |
See information in 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17. |
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11.5.2.4 Assistive technology |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.5 Object information |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.6 Row, column, and headers |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.7 Values |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.8 Label relationships |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.9 Parent-child relationships |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.10 Text |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.11 List of available actions |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.13 Tracking of focus and selection attributes |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.14 Modification of focus and selection attributes |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.15 Change notification |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.16 Modifications of states and properties |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.5.2.17 Modifications of values and text |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
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11.6.1 User control of accessibility features |
Not Applicable |
The product is not platform software. |
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11.6.2 No disruption of accessibility features |
Supports |
The product does not disrupt platform accessibility features. |
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11.7 User preferences |
Not Applicable |
Web pages are isolated from their underlying platform. |
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11.8.2 Accessible content creation |
Not Applicable |
The product is not an authoring tool. |
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11.8.3 Preservation of accessibility information in transformations |
Not Applicable |
The product is not an authoring tool. |
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11.8.4 Repair assistance |
Not Applicable |
The product is not an authoring tool. |
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11.8.5 Templates |
Not Applicable |
The product is not an authoring tool. |
Chapter 12: Documentation and Support Services
Notes: Information regarding Support Documentation and Services is available in the Accessibility Conformance Report for the Adobe Help Center.
Chapter 13: ICT Providing Relay or Emergency Service Access
Notes: Not Applicable
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