Accessibility in Chrome Web Store

To find apps, extensions, and browser themes for Chrome, you can use the Chrome Web Store. The Chrome Web Store is a website developed by Google which is accessible to everyone.

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Vision

Use without vision

You can use the Chrome Web Store with popular screen readers like:

  • NVDA (Windows)
  • VoiceOver (macOS)
  • ChromeVox (ChromeOS)

Before you access the Chrome Web Store, make sure your screen reader is on.

Use with limited vision

To make content easier to find, Chrome Web Store supports browser features:

Use without perception of color

To make the text stand out more against the background and forced colors, turn on high contrast mode through the operating system (OS) level settings. For better readability, you can override website colors with your preferred color scheme. Learn how to use Chrome with accessibility extensions.

Hearing

Use without hearing

Some Chrome Web Store pages have YouTube videos added to them.

Captions or subtitles are available on videos if the owner adds them. These are also automatically added to some videos on YouTube. Learn how to manage caption settings.

Use with limited hearing

Some Chrome Web Store pages have YouTube videos added to them.

Captions or subtitles are available on videos if the owner adds them. These are also automatically added to some videos on YouTube. Learn how to manage caption settings.

You can also adjust your OS volume according to your preference.

Voice

Use without vocal capability

You can access and control Chrome Web Store without voice when you use your on-screen keyboard to type with a mouse or other pointing device.

Mobility and dexterity

Use with limited reach, manipulation, or strength

Chrome Web Store is compatible with OS features that allow interaction using a single switch or other assistive devices. You can configure this in your system settings.

Cognitive

Use with limited cognition

Chrome Web Store supports accessibility features for cognitive and learning needs, including “Skip to main content” links on all pages. When you browse the Chrome Web Store in Google Chrome, to remove clutter and distraction from web pages, you can use reading mode. It displays only the main text and essential content.

Minimize the risk of triggering photosensitive seizures

To minimize the risk of triggering photosensitive seizures, you can use OS level features, like reduced motion.

Privacy

Chrome Web Store doesn't collect user information related to the use of accessibility features.

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