Design Power Apps for screen reader users
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Use AccessibleLabel, logical TabIndex values, descriptive validation, and gallery labels to improve Power Apps screen reader navigation.
Original article from February 26, 2026: Designing Power Apps for Screen Readers, by Paulienbuskens, on Pauliens Blog. Read the original
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TL;DR
Power Apps makers can improve screen reader support by setting meaningful AccessibleLabel values, arranging TabIndex in a logical visual sequence, describing galleries, and announcing required-field validation clearly. Icon-only controls need action descriptions, while decorative elements should use an empty AccessibleLabel to avoid unnecessary announcements.
Why it matters
- Makers: Add meaningful AccessibleLabel values to every interactive control so screen readers announce actions and input purpose clearly.
- Makers: Check TabIndex follows the visual layout order, because keyboard users navigate controls sequentially.
- Makers: Test with NVDA or VoiceOver using only the keyboard to uncover missing labels, confusing order, and noisy announcements.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set AccessibleLabel for an icon-only button in Power Apps?
Set AccessibleLabel to a clear action description, such as Delete item. This lets a screen reader announce what the icon button does instead of only calling it a button.
How should TabIndex be ordered for screen reader users in Power Apps?
Start TabIndex at 0 and increment it logically through the visual layout. A predictable order helps keyboard users retain context while moving through the screen.
How can a Power Apps gallery be made clear to a screen reader?
Give the gallery an AccessibleLabel that describes its collection, such as a list of submitted leave requests. This provides orientation before users navigate repeated gallery items.