Compose Accessibility Guide — Building a11y-Ready UI

Compose Accessibility Guide — Building a11y-Ready UI Accessibility isn't optional. Jetpack Compose provides powerful tools to build inclusive interfaces. contentDescription for Images Image ( painter = painterResource ( R . drawable . ic_profile ), contentDescription = "User profile picture" ) Icon ( imageVector = Icons . Filled . Check , contentDescription = "Task completed" ) Rule: Every non-decorative image needs a description. Semantics & Heading Role Text ( text = "Settings" , modifier = Modifier . semantics { heading () } ) Button ( onClick = { }, modifier = Modifier . semantics { role = Role . Button stateDescription = "Enabled" } ) { Text ( "Submit" ) } mergeDescendants for Card Readout Card ( modifier = Modifier . semantics ( mergeDescendants = true ) { contentDescription = "User card: Alice, 5 followers" } ) { Column { Text ( "Alice" ) Text ( "5 followers" ) } } Screen readers read the merged description instead of each child. CustomAccessibilityAction for Alternatives Button