Radix Primitives – Accessibility

Accessibility principles and guidance for Radix UI primitives.

Overview

Radix UI primitives are built with accessibility as a core principle, providing unstyled, accessible components that follow WAI-ARIA guidelines and work with screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies. The components handle complex accessibility requirements automatically while remaining fully customizable.

Key Points

Built-in WAI-ARIA compliance and screen reader support

Full keyboard navigation and focus management

High contrast mode and reduced motion support

Semantic HTML structure and proper labeling

Color contrast and visual accessibility considerations

Integration with assistive technologies

Prerequisites

Understanding of web accessibility principles

Knowledge of WAI-ARIA guidelines

Familiarity with screen readers and assistive technologies

Basic understanding of semantic HTML

Step-by-Step Guide

1Choose appropriate Radix primitives for your use case

2Implement components with proper accessibility attributes

3Test with screen readers and keyboard navigation

4Ensure proper color contrast and visual design

5Validate with accessibility testing tools

6Follow Radix accessibility guidelines and best practices