| Summary Table | ||
| Criteria |
Supporting Features |
Remarks |
| Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems | Applicable | Partial support |
| Section 1194.22 Web-based internet information and applications | Applicable | Partial support |
| Section 1194.23 Telecommunications Products | Not Applicable | - |
| Section 1194.24 Video and Multi-media Products | Not Applicable | - |
| Section 1194.25 Self-Contained, Closed Products | Not Applicable | - |
| Section 1194.26 Desktop and Portable Computers | Not Applicable | - |
| Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria | Applicable | Partial support |
| Section 1194.41 Information, Documentation, and Support | Applicable | Supports with exceptions |
| Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems | ||
| Criteria |
Supporting Features |
Remarks |
| (a) When software is designed to run on a system that has a keyboard, product functions shall be executable from a keyboard where the function itself or the result of performing a function can be discerned textually. | Supports | All product functions are executable from the keyboard. |
| (b) Applications shall not disrupt or disable activated features of other products that are identified as accessibility features, where those features are developed and documented according to industry standards. Applications also shall not disrupt or disable activated features of any operating system that are identified as accessibility features where the application programming interface for those accessibility features has been documented by the manufacturer of the operating system and is available to the product developer. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not interfere with or deactivate the accessibility features of the operating system. |
| (c) A well-defined on-screen indication of the current focus shall be provided that moves among interactive interface elements as the input focus changes. The focus shall be programmatically exposed so that Assistive Technology can track focus and focus changes. | Supports with exceptions | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) displays focus in the spreadsheet clearly, but relies on browser focus outline for UI focus tracking. |
| (d) Sufficient information about a user interface element including the identity, operation and state of the element shall be available to Assistive Technology. When an image represents a program element, the information conveyed by the image must also be available in text. | Supports with exceptions | Certain isolated parts of the application do not provide sufficient information about identity, operation and state. |
| (e) When bitmap images are used to identify controls, status indicators, or other programmatic elements, the meaning assigned to those images shall be consistent throughout an application's performance. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) bitmap images are consistently used to represent certain functions, such as toolbar formatting options. |
| (f) Textual information shall be provided through operating system functions for displaying text. The minimum information that shall be made available is text content, text input caret location, and text attributes. | Supports | Text content, text input caret location, and text attributes are available via the web browser. |
| (g) Applications shall not override user selected contrast and color selections and other individual display attributes. | Supports with exceptions | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) remains partially visible in a low vision setting (e.g. Windows High Contrast mode), as well as respecting most color settings. |
| (h) When animation is displayed, the information shall be displayable in at least one non-animated presentation mode at the option of the user. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) has no core features that utilize animation. |
| Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems (continued) | ||
| Criteria |
Supporting Features |
Remarks |
| (i) Color coding shall not be used as the only means of conveying information, indicating an action, prompting a response, or distinguishing a visual element. | Supports with exceptions | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not rely on color coding as the only means of conveying information, except when used with collaborators (where each collaborator is distinguished only by color). |
| (j) When a product permits a user to adjust color and contrast settings, a variety of color selections capable of producing a range of contrast levels shall be provided. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not allow for applying color themes to the product itself, but for font and fill colors a range of color options is provided. |
| (k) Software shall not use flashing or blinking text, objects, or other elements having a flash or blink frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) has no flashing or blinking text, objects or other elements with a blink frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz. |
| (l) When electronic forms are used, the form shall allow people using Assistive Technology to access the information, field elements, and functionality required for completion and submission of the form, including all directions and cues. | Supports with exceptions | Most form functionality in Google Docs (Spreadsheets) is accessible to those using Assistive Technology. |
| Section 1194.22 Web-based Internet Information and Applications | ||
| Criteria |
Supporting Features |
Remarks |
| (a) A text equivalent for every non-text element shall be provided (e.g., via "alt", "longdesc", or in element content). | Supports | All core interactive elements of Google Docs (Spreadsheets) have text equivalents. |
| (b) Equivalent alternatives for any multimedia presentation shall be synchronized with the presentation. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) core features does not include any multimedia presentations. |
| (c) Web pages shall be designed so that all information conveyed with color is also available without color, for example from context or markup. | Supports with exceptions | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not rely on color coding as the only means of conveying information, except when used with collaborators (where each collaborator is distinguished only by color). |
| (d) Documents shall be organized so they are readable without requiring an associated style sheet. | Does not support | As Google Docs (Spreadsheets) is a web-based application (not a document), its UI relies heavily on the use of associated style sheets. |
| (e) Redundant text links shall be provided for each active region of a server-side image map. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not use image maps. |
| (f) Client-side image maps shall be provided instead of server-side image maps except where the regions cannot be defined with an available geometric shape. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not use image maps. |
| (g) Row and column headers shall be identified for data tables. | Supports | The spreadsheets in Google Docs identify the row and column for each cell and provide the information to assistive technologies. |
| (h) Markup shall be used to associate data cells and header cells for data tables that have two or more logical levels of row or column headers. | Does not support | The spreadsheets in Google Docs do not include programmatically connected row and column headers as part of their data table grid. |
| (i) Frames shall be titled with text that facilitates frame identification and navigation. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) provides titles for all frames. |
| (j) Pages shall be designed to avoid causing the screen to flicker with a frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) UI does not cause screen flicker with a frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz. |
| (k) A text-only page, with equivalent information or functionality, shall be provided to make a web site comply with the provisions of this part, when compliance cannot be accomplished in any other way. The content of the text-only page shall be updated whenever the primary page changes. | Does not support | As Google Docs (Spreadsheets) is a web-based application (not a document), its UI and data cannot readily be represented and maintained in a text-only page. |
| (l) When pages utilize scripting languages to display content, or to create interface elements, the information provided by the script shall be identified with functional text that can be read by Assistive Technology. | Supports with exceptions | Most core functionality of Google Docs (Spreadsheets) that rely on scripting is accessible to Assistive Technology users. Exceptions include collaborative features, formula builder and other dialog workflows. |
| (m) When a web page requires that an applet, plug-in or other application be present on the client system to interpret page content, the page must provide a link to a plug-in or applet that complies with §1194.21(a) through (l). | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) core functionality does not require that an applet, plug-in or other application be present. |
| (n) When electronic forms are designed to be completed on-line, the form shall allow people using Assistive Technology to access the information, field elements, and functionality required for completion and submission of the form, including all directions and cues. | Supports with exceptions | Some of the forms required to fully interact with your Google Docs (Spreadsheets) through dialogs do not have proper form labels. |
| (o) A method shall be provided that permits users to skip repetitive navigation links. | Supports | |
| (p) When a timed response is required, the user shall be alerted and given sufficient time to indicate more time is required. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not require a timed response as part of its core functionality. |
| Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria | ||
| Criteria | Supporting Features | Remarks |
| (a) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user vision shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired shall be provided. | Supports with exceptions | The core functionality of Google Docs (Spreadsheets) is accessible to Assisitve Technology users. Isolated parts of the product are not accessible. |
| (b) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require visual acuity greater than 20/70 shall be provided in audio and enlarged print output working together or independently, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are visually impaired shall be provided. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) supports the use of screen magnifiers. |
| (c) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user hearing shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are deaf or hard of hearing shall be provided | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not rely on sound alone to access any of its core functionality. |
| (d) Where audio information is important for the use of a product, at least one mode of operation and information retrieval shall be provided in an enhanced auditory fashion, or support for assistive hearing devices shall be provided. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not rely on audio to present information. |
| (e) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user speech shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people with disabilities shall be provided. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) does not require user speech. |
| (f) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require fine motor control or simultaneous actions and that is operable with limited reach and strength shall be provided. | Supports | Google Docs (Spreadsheets) is accessible from the keyboard alone. |
| Section 1194.41 Information, documentation, and support. | ||
| Criteria | Supporting Features | Remarks |
| (a) Product support documentation provided to end-users shall be made available in alternate formats upon request, at no additional charge. | Supports | Google Help Centers provide electronic versions of all product support documentation. |
| (b) End-users shall have access to a description of the accessibility and compatibility features of products in alternate formats or alternate methods upon request, at no additional charge. | Supports | Google Help Centers provide information on accessibility features in the documentation. Electronic versions of all product support documentation are provided. |
| (c) Support services for products shall accommodate the communication needs of end-users with disabilities. | Supports with exceptions | Google Help Centers are compatible with screen-reader technology. However, only electronic versions of all product support documentation are available. |
Appendix:
Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts help you save time by allowing you to never take your hands off the
keyboard to use the mouse. You'll need a Standard 101/102-Key or Natural PS/2
Keyboard to use the shortcuts.
Note: If you use a Mac, you can use the shortcuts below by replacing Ctrl
with Command key (or 'Apple' key).
| Movement within worksheets | |
| Function | Shortcut Key |
| Move one cell up, down, left, or right | Arrow Keys |
| Move one cell to the right | Tab |
| Move one cell to the left | Shift+Tab |
| Move to the end of the row | End |
| Go to last cell in data region | Ctrl+End |
| Move to the beginning of the row | Home |
| Move to the beginning of the worksheet | Ctrl+Home |
| Go to left-most cell in current row | Ctrl+left-arrow |
| Go to right-most cell in current row | Ctrl+right-arrow |
| Go to bottom-most cell in current column | Ctrl+down-arrow |
| Go to top-most cell in current column | Ctrl+up-arrow |
| Move to next worksheet | Ctrl+Page Down |
| Move to previous worksheet | Ctrl+Page Up |
| Move one screen to the right. | Alt+Page Down |
| Move one screen to the left | Alt+Page Up |
| Scroll to the active cell when multiple cells are selected | Ctrl+Backspace* |
| Switch sheets | Ctrl+Shift+PageUp/Down* |
| Movement within a selected range | |
| Function | Shortcut Key |
| Move from top to bottom within the selected range | Enter |
| Move from bottom to top within the selected range | Shift+Enter |
| Move from left to right within the selected range. If cells in a single column are selected, move down. | Tab |
| Move from right to left within the selected range. If cells in a single column are selected, move up. | Shift+Tab |
| Entering/editing data | |
| Function | Shortcut Key |
| Select the entire worksheet | Ctrl+A* |
| Bold the contents of the selected cell | Ctrl+B |
| Copy the contents of the selected cell | Ctrl+C |
| Find words or phrases within the spreadsheet | Ctrl+F |
| Italicize the contents of the selected cell | Ctrl+I |
| Ctrl+P | |
| Copy the content of the selected cell right (used in combo with Shift + arrow) | Crtl+R |
| Save | Ctrl+S |
| Underline the contents of the selected cell | Ctrl+U |
| Paste the contents of the selected cell | Ctrl+V |
| Cut the contents of the selected cell | Ctrl+X |
| Redo the last action | Ctrl+Y |
| Undo the last action. | Ctrl+Z |
| Complete a cell entry and select the cell below | Enter |
| Complete a cell entry and select the previous cell above | Shift+Enter |
| Start a new line in the same cell | Alt+Enter |
| Insert line break in a cell | Ctrl+Enter |
| Complete a cell entry and select the next cell to the right | Tab |
| Complete a cell entry and select the previous cell to the left | Shift+Tab |
| Edit the active cell and position the insertion point at the end of the cell contents | F2 |
| Edit comment | Shift+F2 |
| Cancel cell entry | Esc |
| Edit the active cell and then clear it, or delete the preceding character in the active cell as you edit cell contents | Backspace |
| Delete the character to the right of the insertion point, or delete the selection | Delete |
| Select the entire column | Ctrl+spacebar |
| Select the entire row | Shift+spacebar |
| Manual select | Shift+down, up, left, right arrow key |
| Make a copy of the document | Ctrl+Shift+S |
| Menu Shortcuts | |
| Function | Shortcut Key |
| Open application menu | Alt+Shift+F |
| Open sheet menu | Alt+Shift+S |
| Open sheet list menu | Alt+Shift+K |
| Open context menu | Alt+Shift+\ |
| Miscellaneous Shortcuts | |
| Function | Shortcut Key |
| Wrap current formula in an ArrayFormula | Ctrl+Shift+Enter |
| Insert current date into cell | Ctrl+; |
| Insert current time into cell | Ctrl+: |
| Open hyperlink | Alt+Enter |
| Enable Aria/JAWS screenreader. | Alt+Shift+~ |
| Open keyboard shortcuts help | Ctrl+/ |
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