Avoid thinking and writing in visual terms.
Why to avoid directional language
- It excludes users with visual impairments.
- Responsive websites shift elements around.
- Desktop or laptop: right rail content is on the right
- Smartphone: content shifts to the bottom of the page
Examples of directional language
- See below
- Click here
- On the left
Review: A UX Copywriter’s Guide to Accessibility. It explains why accessible content is better.
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