3.1.5 Reading Level

(Level AAA)

When text requires reading ability more advanced than the lower secondary education level after removal of proper names and titles, supplemental content, or a version that does not require reading ability more advanced than the lower secondary education level, is available.

Applying SC 3.1.5 Reading Level to Non-Web Documents and Software

This applies directly as written, and as described in Intent from Understanding Success Criterion 3.1.5.

Note: @@ Any notes needed? @@

Glossary term used only by this SC

supplemental content

additional [content](https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG22/#dfn-content) that illustrates or clarifies the primary content

EXAMPLE
An audio version of a Web page.

EXAMPLE
An illustration of a complex process.

EXAMPLE
A paragraph summarizing the major outcomes and recommendations made in a research study.

For WCAG2ICT consideration:

• Consider what notes might be needed for this SC. Currently WCAG has no exceptions built in.
• Are notes needed for closed functionality?
• Definition of supplemental content - should a similar example found in non-web contexts be exchanged for the first example?