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Error · link-in-text-block

Links that look like normal text

Lighthouse / axe call it: Links must be distinguishable without relying on color · Links rely on color to be distinguishable

Inside paragraphs, links aren't underlined and their colour barely differs. Many people never realise they can click.

Who it leaves out: people with low vision · people with cognitive disabilities

How to fix it

Underline links inside text. One line of styling.

In the code

Underline links inside paragraphs (or give them 3:1 contrast against the surrounding text).

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Automated testing covers roughly half of WCAG criteria; a full conformance claim also requires manual review. Technical information, not legal advice.