ADA Accessibility: Drag and Drop functionality not accessible using keyboard, screen reader when creating new Document Types.
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Ethan Adelsman
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Issue
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When creating a new Document Type, elements in the Builder fields section sidebar are accessible and operable only by Drag and drop motion using the mouse, presenting an accessibility issue for visually impaired Liferay users navigating the portal with the assistance of a third party Screen Reader application.
Environment
- Liferay DXP 7.4 prior to U53
- Screen Reader app such as JAWS
Resolution
- This issue has been addressed in 7.4 U53+ and via LPS-165782
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