Skip Links

Checks for the presence of a "Skip to main content" link for keyboard users.

What is this check?

A 'skip link' is a link, usually the very first item on the page, that allows keyboard users to bypass long lists of navigation links and jump directly to the main content.

Why is it important?

It's a major convenience for keyboard-only users. Without it, they have to tab through the entire header and navigation on every single page load to get to the content.

What is the impact?

A missing skip link creates a repetitive and frustrating experience for keyboard users.

Example Implementation

<a href="#main-content" class="skip-link">Skip to main content</a>
...
<main id="main-content">...</main>