3.2.1: On Focus [A]

Description

When any user interface component receives focus, it does not initiate a change of context.

Sufficient Techniques

Sufficient Techniques for Success Criterion 3.2.1

Note: Other techniques may also be sufficient if they meet the success criterion. See Understanding Techniques.

G107: Using "activate" rather than "focus" as a trigger for changes of context

Note: A change of content is not always a change of context. This success criterion is automatically met if changes in content are not also changes of context.

Advisory Techniques

Advisory Techniques for Success Criterion 3.2.1

G200: Opening new windows and tabs from a link only when necessary
G201: Giving users advanced warning when opening a new window

Failures

Failures for Success Criterion 3.2.1

F55: Failure of Success Criteria 2.1.1, 2.4.7, and 3.2.1 due to using script to remove focus when focus is received

Notes