Skip navigation
What do I need to do?
Provide a way to skip over navigation links and get to the main content of the page.
How do I do this?
One simple way to allow users to skip navigation is by placing a small "skip navigation links" normal text link at the top of the page. This will allow users relying on screen readers to skip the navigation and get straight to the main content of the page. The code for this method is: <a href="#nonav"><font size="50%">Skip Navigation Links</font></a>.
Why does this matter?
While people without vision problems can easily focus on the main content of a Web page, those listening to a page instead of viewing it face more of a challenge. Without providing a skip navigation option, someone using a screen reader would have to hear every navigation link on every page before getting to the main content, creating a time-consuming and irritating experience.
For more detailed information, consult the WebAIM tutorial.
