Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report
VPAT® Version 2.0 – October 2017
Product Information
Name of Product/Version: Adobe Prelude CC, ver 7.1, April 2018
Product Description: Rapidly tag and transcode video footage and quickly create a rough cut with Prelude CC — a video logging and ingest tool designed for intuitive, efficient media organization and metadata entry. Prelude translates effortlessly into Adobe Premiere Pro CC, ensuring fluid communication and organization throughout the video production process.
Date: June 2018
Contact information: access@adobe.com
Notes: The information contained in this report applies to the product itself. Information about product help and support documentation related to 602.3 (Support Docs) for Section 508 as published in 2017 is located at: http://www.adobe.com/accessibility/compliance.html.
Evaluation Methods Used: Testing Adobe Prelude CC involved extensive use of leading assistive technologies such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and speech recognition software, as well 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 standards/guidelines:
Standard/Guideline |
Included In Report |
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Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0, at http://www.w3.org/TR/2008/REC-WCAG20-20081211/ |
Level A - Yes Level AA - Yes Level AAA - No |
Section 508 as published in 2017, at http://www.Section508.gov
|
Yes |
EN 301 549 Accessibility requirements suitable for public procurement of ICT products and services in Europe, at http://mandate376.standards.eu/standard |
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.
- Supports with Exceptions: 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 2.0 Report
Sections 1 and 2 also document conformance with:
- EN 301 549: Chapter 9 - Web, Chapter 10 - Non-Web documents, Section 11.2.1- Non-Web Software (excluding closed functionality), and Section 11.2.2 - Non-Web Software (closed functionality).
- 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 2.0 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.
Section 1: Success Criteria, Level A
Notes:
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 |
---|---|---|
1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): The product allows an author to record an audio description of what would otherwise be video-only media. |
Guideline 1.2 Time-based Media:
Provide alternatives for time-based media.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software:Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): The product allows an author to record an audio description of what would otherwise be video-only media. |
1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not provide prerecorded media that requires captions; however, the product does not display the existing captions in source video. Authored Content (Video): The product provides sufficient instructions for nominal-cost external tools to create captions in authored content. |
1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
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 |
---|---|---|
1.3.1 Info and Relationships (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508 501 (Web)(Software)
|
Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Most user interface elements do not provide programmatic information about structure and relationships. Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion. |
1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product presents content in a meaningful sequence. Authored Content (Video): The product allows authors the ability to present content in a meaningful sequence. |
1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion. |
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 |
---|---|---|
1.4.1 Use of Color (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Exceptions include:
Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion. |
1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not include audio that plays automatically. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain audio that plays automatically. |
Guideline 2.1 Keyboard Accessible:
Make all functionality available from a keyboard.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Most product functionality can be operated through a keyboard interface. Exceptions include:
Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not have focusable elements. |
2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not include keyboard traps. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not have focusable elements. |
Guideline 2.2 Enough Time:
Provide users enough time to read and use content.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
2.2.1 Timing Adjustable (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not include time limits. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not include time limits. |
2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Motion content in video can be paused, stopped or hidden by the user. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not include elements which automatically move, blink, scroll, or auto-update. |
Guideline 2.3 Seizures:
Do not design content in a way that is known to cause seizures.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not contain flashing content. Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content 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 |
---|---|---|
2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software. Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents. |
2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing a document title. |
2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Components receive focus in a meaningful order. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not have focusable elements. |
2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain links. |
Guideline 3.1 Readable:
Make text content readable and understandable.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The language is programmatically determinable within the product. The product relies on the features of the underlying operating system to set and indicate the language of the user interface. Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing a programmatically determined language. |
Guideline 3.2 Predictable:
Make Web pages appear and operate in predictable ways.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.2.1 On Focus (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not have focusable elements. |
3.2.2 On Input (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing user interface components. |
Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance:
Help users avoid and correct mistakes.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.3.1 Error Identification (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing user interface components. |
3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Exceptions include:
Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing user interface components that would require labels or instructions. |
Guideline 4.1 Compatible:
Maximize compatibility with current and future user agents, including assistive technologies.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
4.1.1 Parsing (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The software is not implemented using markup languages. Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not implemented using markup languages. |
4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Menus and menu options in the navigation header have names, roles, and values that can be programmatically determined; most other user interface elements do not. Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing user interface components. |
Section 2: Success Criteria, Level AA
Notes:
Guideline 1.2 Time-based Media:
Provide alternatives for time-based media.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not provide live media that requires captions. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not contain live media that requires captions. |
1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Users can include an additional audio track for audio description information that will be included as part of the media. |
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 |
---|---|---|
1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Most text meets minimum contrast requirements. Exceptions include:
Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion. |
1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Authored Content (Video): Authored content only contains text exempted by the criterion.
|
1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product uses text instead of images of text, except for branding elements that are considered essential. Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content 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 |
---|---|---|
2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software. Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents. |
2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Headings and labels are descriptive. Authored Content (Video): Authors can ensure that content meets this criterion. |
2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software:The keyboard focus indicator is visible by default. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not have focusable elements. |
Guideline 3.1 Readable:
Make text content readable and understandable.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: Content is only presented in one language at a time. Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing a programmatically determined language. |
Guideline 3.2 Predictable:
Make Web pages appear and operate in predictable ways.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software. Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents. |
3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: This criterion does not apply to non-web software. Authored Content (Video): This criterion does not apply to non-web documents.
|
Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance:
Help users avoid and correct mistakes.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Authored Content (Video): Authored content is not capable of containing user interface components. |
3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA) Also applies to: EN 301 549 Criteria
2017 Section 508
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not process legal commitments, financial transactions, or modify user-controllable data. Authored Content (Video): Authored Content does not contain legal or financial data and does not modify user-controllable data. |
2017 Section 508 Report
Notes:
Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
302.1 Without Vision
|
Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Software: Most functions of the product are not functional for users without vision. As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard , some product functionality is not operable through a keyboard interface. Most user interface elements do not convey appropriate names or roles. For example, tab panels expose incorrect name information to screen readers. Authored Content (Video): Authors can provide sufficient audio description for authored content to ensure it can be used by users without vision. |
302.2 With Limited Vision
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Software: The product supports the use of screen magnifiers; however, some functions are not usable by users with limited vision. Some text elements do not provide sufficient color contrast, as noted in 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum). Additionally, the product does not provide support for Windows High Contrast Mode for most elements. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited vision. |
302.3 Without Perception of Color
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Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Software: Most functions of the product do not rely solely on color to communicate information; however, as noted in 1.4.1 Use of Color, exceptions include:
Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without perception of color. |
302.4 Without Hearing
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Software: When source media contains meaningful audio information without existing captions, providing a non-audio equivalent would require a fundamental alteration of the product. However, when source media contains existing captions, the product does not display the captions. Authored Content (Video): The product provides sufficient instructions for nominal-cost external tools to create captions in authored content. |
302.5 With Limited Hearing
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: When source media contains meaningful audio information without existing captions, providing a non-audio equivalent would require a fundamental alteration of the product. However, when source media contains existing captions, the product does not display the captions. Authored Content (Video): The product provides sufficient instructions for nominal-cost external tools to create captions in authored content. |
302.6 Without Speech
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Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: The product does not require the use of speech. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without speech. |
302.7 With Limited Manipulation
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Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard, some product functionality is not operable through a keyboard interface. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited manipulation. |
302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength
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Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: The product is functional with limited reach and strength. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited reach and strength. |
302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities
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Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: Users with cognitive disabilities have varying needs for features that allow them to adapt content and work with assistive technology or accessibility features of the platform. The product provides options to use icons, text, or a combination of both, for controls. The product also provides multiple options for configuring the layout and panels. In addition, visible labels are used to communicate the purpose of input fields, and standard system dialogs are used consistently to communicate error messages. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. |
Chapter 4: Hardware
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 5: Software
Notes:
501 General
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
501.1 Scope – Incorporation of WCAG 2.0 AA |
See WCAG 2.0 section. |
See information in the WCAG section |
502 Interoperability with Assistive Technology
502.1 General. Software shall interoperate with assistive technology and shall conform to 502.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
502.2 Documented Accessibility Features |
See 502.2.1-502.2.2 |
|
502.2.1 User Control of Accessibility Features |
Not Applicable |
The product is not platform software. |
502.2.2 No Disruption of Accessibility Features |
Supports with Exceptions |
The product does not disrupt most platform accessibility features, with the exception of Windows High Contrast mode. |
502.3 Accessibility Services |
See 502.3.1-502.3.14 |
|
502.3.1 Object Information |
Does Not Support |
The product does not properly expose the name, role and state or value of objects to assistive technology. |
502.3.2 Modification of Object Information |
Does Not Support |
Most controls do not receive programmatic focus. As a result, the object information cannot be modified by users of assistive technology. |
502.3.3 Row, Column, and Headers |
Does Not Support |
The product does not expose the row, column, and headers of table cells to assistive technology. |
502.3.4 Values |
Supports with Exceptions |
The product exposes the values and text of most controls; however, in some instances, such as on the Metadata panel, input fields do not expose the range of values to be entered to assistive technology. |
502.3.5 Modification of Values |
Supports |
Values and text of controls and inputs in the product can be set and modified by assistive technology. |
502.3.6 Label Relationships |
Does Not Support |
The product does not expose label relationships to assistive technology. |
502.3.7 Hierarchical Relationships |
Does Not Support |
The product does not expose hierarchical relationships to assistive technology. |
502.3.8 Text |
Supports |
The product exposes text content to assistive technology. |
502.3.9 Modification of Text |
Supports |
The product allows assistive technology to modify text content. |
502.3.10 List of Actions |
Does Not Support |
Most elements in the product, including buttons, checkboxes, and select elements, do not expose programmatic role information and actions which can be taken on objects to assistive technology. |
502.3.11 Actions on Objects |
Supports |
The product allows assistive technology to perform actions on objects. |
502.3.12 Focus Cursor |
Supports with Exceptions |
Most elements in the product, such as text fields, expose information to track focus, insertion point, and selection to assistive technology. However, some controls do not expose visual and programmatic focus information to assistive technology. |
502.3.13 Modification of Focus Cursor |
Supports |
The product allows assistive technology to move or modify focus, insertion point, and selection. |
502.3.14 Event Notification |
Does Not Support |
The product does not notify assistive technology of events related to user interactions, such as when project caching is disabled in the General section of the Preferences dialog or when a tree control is expanded. Similarly, assistive technology is not informed when a checkbox is checked, such as the Marked checkbox in the Rights Management section of the Metadata panel, or when a toggle button is pressed on the Media Organizer panel. |
502.4 Platform Accessibility Features |
Not Applicable |
The product is not platform software. |
503 Applications
503.1 General. Applications shall conform to 503.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
503.2 User Preferences |
Supports with Exceptions |
The product supports most platform accessibility settings, except Windows High Contrast Mode or user selected color settings. |
503.3 Alternative User Interfaces |
Not Applicable |
The product does not provide an alternative user interface that functions as assistive technology. |
503.4 User Controls for Captions and Audio Description |
See 503.4.1-503.4.2 |
|
503.4.1 Caption Controls |
Does Not Support |
The product does not provide user controls for closed captions. |
503.4.2 Audio Description Controls |
Supports |
The product provides user controls for playing available audio tracks, including audio description tracks. |
504 Authoring Tools
504.1 General. Where an application is an authoring tool, the application shall conform to 504 to the extent that information required for accessibility is supported by the destination format.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
504.2 Content Creation or Editing (if not authoring tool, enter “not applicable”) |
See WCAG 2.0 section. |
See information in the WCAG section |
504.2.1 Preservation of Information Provided for Accessibility in Format Conversion |
Supports |
When converting or saving content, the product preserves captions and audio descriptions. |
504.2.2 PDF Export |
Not Applicable |
The product does not create PDF files. |
504.3 Prompts |
Does Not Support |
The product does not prompt authors to create content which conforms to WCAG 2.0 Levels A and AA. |
504.4 Templates |
Not Applicable |
The product does not provide templates. |
Chapter 6: Support Documentation and Services
Notes: Information about Adobe’s Support Documentation regarding electronic support documentation conformance to WCAG 2.0 Level A and Level AA Success Criteria related to 2017 Section 508 602.3 (Support Docs) is available in the Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report for HelpX documentation.
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
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Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: Most functions of the product are not functional for users without vision. As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard , some product functionality cannot be operated through a keyboard interface. Most user interface elements do not convey appropriate names or roles. For example, tab panels expose incorrect name information to screen readers. Authored Content (Video): Authors can provide sufficient audio description for authored content to ensure it can be used by users without vision. |
4.2.2 Usage with limited vision
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Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: The product supports the use of screen magnifiers, but users with limited vision may encounter some occasional difficulties operating the product. Focus is not exposed visually and programmatically for many controls, and some text elements do not provide sufficient color contrast, as noted in 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) . Additionally, the product does not provide support for Windows High Contrast Mode with an exception of title bars and menu elements. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited vision. |
4.2.3 Usage without perception of colour
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Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Software: Most functions of the product do not rely solely on color to communicate information; however, as noted in 1.4.1 Use of Color, exceptions include:
Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without perception of color. |
4.2.4 Usage without hearing
|
Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Software: When source media contains meaningful audio information, the product does not display a non-audio equivalent for users without hearing. Authored Content (Video): The product provides sufficient instructions for nominal-cost external tools to create captions in authored content. |
4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing
|
Software: Does Not Support Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: When source media contains meaningful audio information, the product does not display a non-audio equivalent for users with limited hearing. Authored Content (Video): The product provides sufficient instructions for nominal-cost external tools to create captions in authored content. |
4.2.6 Usage without vocal capability |
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not require speech for use. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users without speech. |
4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength
|
Software: Supports with Exceptions Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: As noted in 2.1.1 Keyboard , some product functionality is not operable through a keyboard interface. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited manipulation and strength. |
4.2.8 Usage with limited reach triggers
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product is functional with limited reach. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional with limited reach. |
4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports
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Software: The product does not contain flashing content. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which does not flash, or flashes within an acceptable threshold, in order to minimize the potential for triggering photosensitive seizures. |
4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports
|
Software: Users with cognitive disabilities have varying needs for features that allow them to adapt content and work with assistive technology or accessibility features of the platform. The product provides options to use icons, text, or a combination of both for controls. The product also provides multiple options for configuring the layout and panels. In addition, visible labels are used to communicate the purpose of input fields, and standard system dialogs are used consistently to communicate error messages. Authored Content (Video): Authors can create content which is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. |
4.2.11 Privacy
|
Software: Supports Authored Content (Video): Supports |
Software: The product does not ask for legal, financial, or personal data. Authored Content (Video): Authored content does not ask for legal, financial, or personal data. |
Chapter 5: Generic Requirements
Notes:
The product relies on platform software features, such as Sticky Keys, to ensure simultaneous user actions are not required.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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5.1 Closed Functionality |
Not Applicable |
5.1.2.2-5.1.6.2 are not applicable for this product. |
5.2 Activation of accessibility features |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have specific documented accessibility features. The software instead relies upon platform accessibility features. |
5.3 Biometrics |
Not Applicable |
The product does not rely on biological characteristics. |
5.4 Preservation of accessibility information during conversion |
Supports |
During format conversion, the product preserves accessibility information provided from source files. |
5.5 Operable parts |
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5.5.1 Means of operation |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have operable parts. |
5.5.2 Operable parts discernibility |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have operable parts. |
5.6 Locking or Toggle controls |
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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 supply key repeat functionality. |
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:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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7.1.1 Captioning playback |
Does Not Support |
The product provides caption playback. |
7.1.2 Captioning synchronization |
Not Applicable |
The product does not present captions which would require synchronization. |
7.1.3 Preservation of captioning |
Supports |
The product preserves caption data when converting video. |
7.2.1 Audio description playback |
Supports |
The product allows selecting and playing audio description tracks. |
7.2.2 Audio description synchronization |
Supports |
The product preserves synchronization when playing audio description tracks. |
7.2.3 Preservation of audio description |
Supports |
The product preserves audio description data when converting video. |
7.3 User controls for captions and audio description |
Does not Supports |
The product provides user controls for captions, but not for audio descriptions. |
Chapter 8: Hardware
Notes: Not applicable to this product.
Chapter 9: Web
Notes: See WCAG 2.0 section.
Chapter 10: Non-web Documents
Notes: Not Applicable
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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10.1 General |
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10.2 Document success criteria |
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10.2.1 through 10.2.38 |
See WCAG 2.0 section. |
See information in WCAG section |
10.2.39 Caption positioning |
Supports |
Through sufficient instructions for nominal-cost external tools, the product allows authors to position captions so they do not obscure relevant visual information. |
10.2.40 Audio description timing |
Supports |
The product allows authors to provide timing of audio descriptions, so they do not interfere with relevant audio information. |
Chapter 11: Software
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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11.2.1 Software success criteria (excluding closed functionality) |
See WCAG 2.0 section. |
See information in the WCAG section |
11.2.2 Software success criteria (closed functionality) |
See WCAG 2.0 section. |
See information in the WCAG section |
11.3.2.3 Use of accessibility services |
Supports |
The product uses documented platform accessibility services. |
11.3.2.4 Assistive technology |
Not Applicable |
The product is not assistive technology. |
11.3.2.5 Object information |
Does Not Support |
The product does not properly expose the name, role, and state of objects to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.6 Row, column, and headers |
Does Not Support |
The product does not expose the row, column, and headers of table cells to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.7 Values |
Supports with Exceptions |
The product exposes the values and text of most controls; however, in some instances, such as on the Metadata panel, input fields do not expose the range of values to be entered to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.8 Label relationships |
Does Not Support |
The product does not expose label relationships to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.9 Parent-child relationships |
Does Not Support |
The product does not expose hierarchical relationships to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.10 Text |
Supports |
The product exposes text content to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.11 List of available actions |
Does Not Support |
Most elements in the product, including buttons, checkboxes, and select elements, do not expose programmatic role information and actions which can be taken on objects to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.12 Execution of available actions |
Supports |
The product allows assistive technology to perform actions on objects. |
11.3.2.13 Tracking of focus and selection attributes |
Supports with Exceptions |
Most product elements, such as text fields, expose information to track focus, insertion point, and selection to assistive technology. However, some controls do not expose visual and programmatic focus information to assistive technology. |
11.3.2.14 Modification of focus and selection attributes |
Supports |
The product allows assistive technology to move or modify focus, insertion point, and selection. |
11.3.2.15 Change notification |
Does Not Supports |
The product does not notify assistive technology of events related to user interactions, such as when project caching is disabled in the General section of the Preferences dialog or when a tree control is expanded. Similarly, assistive technology is not informed when a checkbox is checked, such as the Marked checkbox in the Rights Management section of the Metadata panel or when a toggle button is pressed on the Media Organizer panel. |
11.3.2.16 Modifications of states and properties |
Does Not Support |
Most controls do not receive programmatic focus. As a result, the object information cannot be modified by users of assistive technology. |
11.3.2.17 Modifications of values and text |
Supports |
Values and text of controls and inputs in the product can be set by assistive technology. |
11.4.1 User control of accessibility features |
Not Applicable |
The product is not platform software. |
11.4.2 No disruption of accessibility features |
Supports with Exceptions |
The product does not disrupt most platform accessibility features, with the exception of Windows High Contrast mode. |
11.5 User preferences |
Supports with Exceptions |
The product supports platform accessibility settings, except Windows High Contrast Mode or user selected color settings. |
11.6.2 Accessible content creation (if not authoring tool, enter “not applicable”) |
See WCAG 2.0 section. |
See information in the WCAG section |
11.6.3 Preservation of accessibility information in transformations |
Supports |
The product preserves information provided for accessibility. |
11.6.4 Repair assistance |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have accessibility checking functionality. |
11.6.5 Templates |
Not Applicable |
The product does not provide templates. |
Chapter 12: Documentation and Support Services
Notes: Information about Adobe’s Support Documentation regarding electronic support documentation conformance to WCAG 2.0 Level A and Level AA Success Criteria related to 2017 Section 508 602.3 (Support Docs) is available in the Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report for HelpX documentation.
Chapter 13: ICT Providing Relay or Emergency Service Access
Notes: Not applicable
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