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Michael Taylor

Michael Taylor
I am a regular contributor to the UsableNet blog on digital accessibility. I develop, write, and edit content for the company blog related to my experiences with digital accessibility. I explore various areas of the digital world and combine my unique perspective as a screen reader user with my fun and creative writing style to deliver an informative and engaging final product. My goal is to advance the company's marketing initiatives while also raising awareness about digital accessibility and how it affects the lives of real-world assistive technology users. My work covers everything from common accessibility challenges to robust and accessible design to tutorial-like content for specific web elements.

Recent Posts

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Accessibility Challenges When Interacting With Web Forms on Mobile

Apr 15, 2025
As a blind person, I often encounter avoidable barriers when completing mobile web forms—barriers that turn simple tasks into frustrating challenges. Fillable forms are as common ...

User Experience, mobile accessibility, Blind

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Improving Government Website Accessibility: Addressing Key Barriers

Mar 6, 2025
Government websites are essential in daily life, providing residents access to critical services, information, and public resources. Each state and local municipality has a ...

Web Accessibility, User Experience, Title II

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Web Form Accessibility: Challenges Faced by Blind Screen Reader Users

Feb 28, 2025
Fillable web forms are everywhere—from shopping sites to scheduling a doctor’s visit. Because of their wide use, I interact with fillable forms regularly. As a blind person who ...

Web Accessibility, User Experience

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A Frustrating Checkout: When Poor Accessibility Pushes Customers Away

Feb 19, 2025
Online shopping is designed to be convenient, but for blind shoppers who rely on screen readers, it can be unpredictable. Some websites get it right, making navigation smooth and ...

Web Accessibility, Retail, User Experience

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Common Accessibility Challenges When Navigating Tables

Feb 14, 2025
Tables are everywhere online, from organizing information to helping shoppers compare products. As a blind screen reader user, I frequently encounter digital tables in several key ...

Web Accessibility, User Experience

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Are Your Digital Media Players Accessible? Key Issues and Solutions

Feb 7, 2025
Digital media players are everywhere. Whether you’re watching a video, listening to a podcast, or streaming music, media players are an essential part of the online experience. ...

User Experience

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Buying a Gym Membership as a Blind Person: A Mobile Accessibility Test

Feb 4, 2025
Many people prioritize mental and physical health as part of their New Year's resolutions at the start of the year. For some, this includes increasing physical activity by ...

Web Accessibility, User Experience, Screen Reader, Fitness Industry

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Common Accessibility Challenges in Clearance Shopping: User Story

Jan 31, 2025
During the several days between Christmas and New Year's, stores heavily discount the remaining Christmas decorations. I scoop up as many items as possible for next year at ...

Web Accessibility, User Experience, Ecommerce

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Holiday Accessibility Gaps: A Screen Reader User’s Perspective

Dec 23, 2024
There are only a few days until Christmas, and I finally finished my gift shopping for the holiday season. From the beginning of November, when I began this process with early ...

Web Accessibility, Retail, User Experience

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