Checkpoint 1.15 - Mobile-PDA

Popup windows are often used to present related information to that displayed in the main window or to present special information of possible interest to the user. The original window then loses focus while focus is given to the new, second window. This can cause confusion for the user and can add to cost and delay in dealing with the information. The original window may also be forgotten and lead to further mobile costs if left open.

Many mobile devices also cannot support more than one window. In forcing the device to open a second window, the results can be unpredictable for the application author.

Requirement

There are no popups

Checking Tool

View the source code and look for any target attributes on the anchor tags of the hyperlinks. Review the pages to ensure no popup windows are displayed.

Information Source

The original source of this information is located on the W3C web site  (www.w3.org/TR/WCAG10-TECHS/#tech-avoid-pop-ups)