Avoid interruptions

For systems that include notifications, advertisements, browser pop-ups, or other interruptions to task completion, people may need to avoid the unnecessary interruptions.

Notes

Too broad to fit?

See avoid tactile distractions, avoid visual distractions, etc.

Some examples:

• Screen readers users may be derailed when something unexpected happens, especially if it is a new window.
• The appearance of a pop-up or dialog may be missed by somebody with low vision.
• Some people with limited attention may lose track of their primary task when interrupted.

Mappings

Functional ability	Accommodation type	Accessibility characteristic
Attention and concentration	Avoid	Interruptions

References

• Reference: 5-3-2-b to be able to prevent browser pop-ups
• Reference: 5-3-2-c to be able to eliminate unnecessary interruptions

Tags

Imported from https://github.com/accessiblecommunity/Digital-Accessibility-Framework/avoid-interruptions.md