VIBE QM3i Accessibility
Accessibility features of the VIBE QM3i grain and seed analyzer software (WCAG 2.1 Level AA / Section 508) — keyboard navigation, Windows Narrator screen reader support, and full conformance details.
Our commitment
VIBE Imaging Analytics is committed to making the VIBE QM3i software accessible to all users, including those who rely on assistive technologies such as screen readers and keyboard-only navigation. We conduct accessibility audits of the QM3i software and prioritize fixes by user impact, starting with the most frequently used screens and controls. As a result, the core workflow — loading samples, analyzing, and generating reports — is fully navigable via keyboard and correctly announced by the Windows Narrator screen reader.
WCAG 2.1 conformance status
The table below summarizes the QM3i software’s conformance with the most impactful WCAG 2.1 Level A and Level AA success criteria for its primary sample-analysis workflow. A full VPAT 2.5 Rev INT per-criterion assessment is available on request.
| Criterion | Name | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1.1 | Non-text Content | A | All controls have text alternatives for screen readers |
| 1.3.1 | Info and Relationships | A | Labels are properly linked to their input fields |
| 1.3.2 | Meaningful Sequence | A | Tab order follows the visual layout and workflow |
| 2.1.1 | Keyboard | A | Full keyboard operation (Tab, Enter, Space, Arrows) |
| 2.1.2 | No Keyboard Trap | A | Focus can always be moved away from any control |
| 2.4.3 | Focus Order | A | Focus order is logical across all dialogs |
| 2.4.6 | Headings and Labels | AA | All fields and sections have descriptive labels |
| 2.4.7 | Focus Visible | AA | Focused controls are visually highlighted |
| 3.3.2 | Labels or Instructions | A | Labels provided for all user input fields |
| 4.1.2 | Name, Role, Value | A | All controls expose name and role to screen readers |
| 1.4.3 | Contrast (Minimum) | AA | Text meets 4.5:1 contrast ratio |
| 1.4.11 | Non-text Contrast | AA | UI elements meet 3:1 contrast ratio |
What’s supported
- Clear, readable names for every button, field, and toolbar control on the primary sample-analysis screen
- Logical keyboard Tab order across the main, login, password, and grain-search dialogs
- Dynamic state announcements for workflow-sensitive controls (e.g. Analyze/Report, Batch mode)
- Integration with the Windows accessibility framework for reliable screen reader support
- Keyboard mnemonics (Alt + letter) for every application menu item
- System messages verified as fully accessible via standard Windows dialogs
Keyboard navigation
VIBE QM3i supports full keyboard navigation for its core workflow. You do not need a mouse to load samples, run analysis, or generate reports.
| Key combination | Action |
|---|---|
Tab | Move focus to the next control in the dialog |
Shift + Tab | Move focus to the previous control |
Enter / Space | Activate the focused button or toggle a checkbox |
Alt + underlined letter | Activate a menu item using its keyboard mnemonic |
Arrow keys (←↑→↓) | Navigate within lists, combo boxes, and menus |
Escape | Close the current dialog where a Cancel button is present |
Alt + F4 | Close the application |
Ctrl + Z / X / C / V | Undo / Cut / Copy / Paste in edit fields |
Using VIBE QM3i with Windows accessibility features
VIBE QM3i is designed to work with the built-in accessibility features of Microsoft Windows.
| Feature | How to enable | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Narrator | Win + Ctrl + Enter, or Settings → Accessibility → Narrator | Reads screen content aloud; VIBE QM3i controls are announced with clear, explicit names |
| High Contrast Mode | Settings → Accessibility → Contrast themes | Enhances visual contrast for all UI elements; VIBE QM3i inherits the system theme |
| Text Size | Settings → Accessibility → Text size | Increases text size system-wide; VIBE QM3i respects the Windows DPI setting |
| Mouse Pointer Size | Settings → Accessibility → Mouse pointer | Increase pointer size and change colour for better visibility |
| Sticky Keys | Settings → Accessibility → Keyboard | Press modifier keys (Shift, Ctrl, Alt) one at a time instead of holding them |
| Magnifier | Win + Plus (+) | Zoom into any area of the screen for a closer look at sample images |
Ongoing commitment
Accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are committed to continuous improvement. We welcome feedback on how we can further improve accessibility. Please contact us at support@vibeia.com for accessibility-related inquiries, or to request the full VPAT 2.5 Rev INT documentation.