meta-viewportcritical
Fix meta-viewport axe errors
The viewport configuration can block zooming or responsive layout, making content harder to read on mobile.
Affected users
Low-vision users, mobile users, and users who zoom text or page content.
WCAG mapping
1.4.4 Resize Text (AA); 1.4.10 Reflow (AA)
Detection
wcagc reports viewport settings that restrict zooming or undermine responsive access.
Failing markup
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, user-scalable=no">Fixed code
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1">Sources and standards
FAQ
Should I disable zoom to preserve layout?
No. Users must be able to enlarge content. Fix layout issues instead of blocking zoom.
Is responsive layout enough?
Responsive layout helps, but you still need to test zoom, reflow, and text resizing behavior.
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