Enhance Your Forms with Webflow Custom Code Snippets for Accessibility

3SIX5 Digital's Guide to Code Snippets for Accessibility in Webflow

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Forms are one of the most essential parts of any website. They allow visitors to contact you, sign up for newsletters, or make enquiries. But poorly designed forms can frustrate users and create accessibility barriers. In Webflow, you have the power to go beyond the default form setup. By applying custom code snippets, you can significantly improve usability and meet accessibility standards, empowering you to create forms that work for everyone.

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This guide is designed to help you enhance Webflow forms with code that makes them more transparent, easier to use, and more inclusive. By taking a user-centric approach to form design, you can ensure that your forms are not just functional but also considerate of the diverse needs of your audience.

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1. Add Floating Labels for Input Fields

Placeholder text disappears when a user starts typing, which can confuse people with cognitive or memory difficulties. Floating labels solve this by moving above the input field once it is active.

• Apply a custom JavaScript snippet for floating labels.
  
• Keep labels visible at all times.
  
• Ensure labels are correctly linked to inputs with the "for" attribute.
  
  

👉 Browse our Webflow code snippets collection for ready-to-use examples.

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2. Provide Clear Error Messages

Default error messages in Webflow are functional but not always user-friendly. Custom code allows you to create more descriptive alerts.

• Specify which field has the error.
  
• Give instructions on how to correct it.
  
• Make sure error messages are accessible for screen readers.
  
  

3. Improve Keyboard Navigation

Every form should work with only a keyboard.

• Ensure Tab order follows a logical sequence.
  
• Use custom CSS to style focus states clearly.
  
• For long forms, consider adding 'Skip to next section' links. These links allow users to jump to the next section of the form, reducing the need for excessive scrolling and improving the overall form experience. Here's an example of how to implement these links in your Webflow form.
  
  

4. Enhance Validation for Accessibility

Custom validation ensures forms remain compliant with WCAG standards.

• Use HTML5 validation attributes like required, pattern, and aria-invalid
  
• Provide inline validation messages while the user types
  
• Avoid using only colour to signal errors
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👉 Browse our Webflow Accessibility Tips for Webflow Websites with ready-to-use examples.

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5. Optimise for Mobile Usability

Most form submissions come from mobile devices.

• Increase tap target size for input fields and buttons.
  
• Use mobile-friendly input types such as tel for phone numbers and email for email addresses.
  
• Ensure the form layout adapts to smaller screens.
  
  

Conclusion

Forms are the gateway to conversions. By applying custom code snippets in Webflow, you can make forms more accessible, easier to use, and better at capturing data. Clear labels, descriptive error handling, strong keyboard support, and mobile-friendly inputs create a form experience that works for everyone.

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At 3SIX5 Digital, we help businesses optimise their forms for both accessibility and conversion, combining Webflow’s tools with lightweight custom code.

👉 Want to improve your forms and boost results? Work with us today.

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