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chartjs-accessibility

Apply WCAG accessibility practices to Chart.js v4.5.1 visualizations.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#data visualization#keyboard navigation#chart accessibility#wcag compliance#colorblind safe#aria labels
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sjnims/chartjs-expert --skill chartjs-accessibility
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: chartjs-accessibility
Source: https://github.com/sjnims/chartjs-expert/tree/main/skills/chartjs-accessibility
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sjnims/chartjs-expert --skill chartjs-accessibility

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) and examples (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the critical need to make data visualizations created with Chart.js accessible to all users, including those with disabilities, by adhering to WCAG guidelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • WCAG Compliance: Ensures charts meet accessibility standards for color contrast, keyboard navigation, and screen reader compatibility.
  • Colorblind-Safe Palettes: Provides and demonstrates the use of color palettes that are distinguishable by users with various forms of color vision deficiency.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Implements focus management and keyboard controls for interactive chart elements.
  • Reduced Motion: Respects user preferences for reduced motion to prevent discomfort.
  • Data Table Alternatives: Offers methods to present chart data in an accessible tabular format.
  • Use Case: You've created a complex bar chart for a public-facing report. This Skill helps you ensure that users with visual impairments can understand the data just as easily as sighted users, by providing guidance on ARIA attributes, color choices, and keyboard interactions.

Quick Start

Apply WCAG accessibility best practices to a Chart.js chart, including ARIA attributes, colorblind-safe palettes, and keyboard navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions about chartjs-accessibility

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I make Chart.js visualizations WCAG compliant for screen readers?▼

To make Chart.js visualizations WCAG compliant, you must add ARIA attributes to chart elements, use colorblind-safe palettes, enable keyboard navigation, and provide data table alternatives for screen reader compatibility.

What is the best way to add keyboard navigation to a Chart.js bar chart?▼

The best way to add keyboard navigation to a Chart.js bar chart is by implementing focus management and keyboard controls for interactive chart elements, allowing users to navigate data points without a mouse.

Does Chart.js support colorblind-safe palettes for data visualization?▼

Chart.js supports colorblind-safe palettes by applying custom color configurations that ensure data points remain distinguishable for users with various forms of color vision deficiency.

How do I add ARIA labels to Chart.js charts for accessibility?▼

You add ARIA labels to Chart.js charts by configuring ARIA attributes on the canvas or container elements, ensuring screen readers can properly announce chart titles, data summaries, and interactive controls.

Can I provide a data table alternative for a Chart.js visualization?▼

You can provide a data table alternative for a Chart.js visualization by rendering the underlying chart data in an accessible tabular format, ensuring users with visual impairments can understand the data without seeing the chart.

How do I configure reduced motion for Chart.js animations?▼

You configure reduced motion for Chart.js animations by respecting user preferences through media queries, disabling or minimizing chart animations to prevent discomfort for users with motion sensitivity.

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