VoiceOver iOS: Moving focus automatically selects a radio #229
Description
Subject of the issue
We have recently had an accessibility audit for one of our clients. The consulting agency flagged the following issue regarding the selection of options in an MCQ and GMCQ.
When navigating with VoiceOver on iOS, users cannot focus on a radio button without it also being selected. They said that "VoiceOver users will be unable to complete the test sections." However, I can still make a selection. It's just that I can't focus on an option without also selecting it.
Their recommendation:
Ensure that moving VoiceOver focus does not also automatically select a radio button. Focus should move freely between the radio buttons without automatically selecting one.
They also linked to a Codepen demonstrating how VoiceOver should interact with radio buttons. Clicking on an option does not select the radio button. Only a double-tap will do this.
Is this behavior intentional? Do we need to take a look at how this is implemented with regard to iOS VoiceOver?
Type: WCAG 2
Principle: Understandable
Level: A
Severity: Critical
Guideline: 3.2 Predictable
Success Criteria: 3.2.1 On Focus (A)