ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications)

ARIA, or Accessible Rich Internet Applications, is a set of specifications that helps make web content and applications more accessible to people with disabilities. It provides extra information to assistive technologies, like screen readers, about how dynamic elements on a webpage—such as buttons, menus, and forms—function. By using ARIA roles and properties, developers can enhance user experience for those with visual, auditory, or motor impairments, ensuring that websites and applications are usable and navigable for everyone, regardless of their abilities. Essentially, ARIA bridges the gap between complex web features and accessibility needs.