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Visualizes the keyboard tab order of interactive elements on a webpage. # Tab Order Visualizer - Master Your Keyboard Navigation ## Overview Tab Order Visualizer is a powerful accessibility tool designed to bring clarity and predictability to keyboard navigation on the web. By providing a clear, numbered visual overlay for every interactive element on a webpage, it empowers users to understand and navigate complex layouts with ease. Whether you are a developer testing for accessibility compliance, a power user who prefers keyboard navigation, or someone who relies on assistive technology due to motor disabilities, Tab Order Visualizer provides the essential context needed for an efficient browsing experience. ## Why Keyboard Navigation Matters For many users, the mouse is not the primary way to interact with the web. Millions of people around the world rely on keyboards, switches, and other assistive technologies to browse the internet. However, web design can often be unpredictable. Elements that look like they should come next in a sequence might actually be placed much later in the underlying code, leading to a confusing "tabbing" experience where the focus jumps unexpectedly across the screen. Tab Order Visualizer solves this by making the invisible visible. It overlays small, non-intrusive badges on every focusable element—links, buttons, form fields, and more—numbered in the exact sequence they will be reached using the Tab key. ## Key Features ### 1. Real-Time Sequential Numbering As soon as you activate Tab Order Visualizer, every interactive element on your current page is instantly identified and numbered. This sequential numbering follows the browser's actual focus logic, accounting for `tabindex` attributes and the natural DOM order. ### 2. Effortless Toggle with Keyboard Shortcuts Accessibility tools should be as easy to use as the pages they help navigate. You can toggle the visualization on and off instantly using a customizable keyboard shortcut (Default: Ctrl+Shift+L or Command+Shift+L on Mac). This allows you to quickly peek at the tab order and then return to a clean view of the page once you have your bearings. ### 3. Dynamic Updates Web pages today are rarely static. Tab Order Visualizer is built for the modern web. If the page content changes, or if you resize your window or scroll through a long article, the badges update their positions to ensure they always stay perfectly aligned with their corresponding elements. A manual "Refresh Badges" button is also available in the popup for complex dynamic applications. ### 4. Accessibility Testing Made Simple For web developers and QA engineers, Tab Order Visualizer is an indispensable part of the accessibility (a11y) toolkit. It allows you to quickly verify that your site meets WCAG standards for focus order without having to manually tab through every single element. Spotting a focus trap or an illogical jump becomes a matter of seconds rather than minutes. ### 5. Lightweight and Privacy-Focused We believe that tools meant to help you shouldn't slow you down. Tab Order Visualizer is built to be extremely lightweight, with zero impact on page performance when disabled. We also value your privacy: the extension does not track your browsing history, collect personal data, or communicate with external servers. It works entirely within your browser to provide you with the information you need. ## Who is this for? ### Users with Motor Disabilities For individuals who rely on keyboard navigation or switch access, knowing the path ahead is crucial. Tab Order Visualizer allows users to plan their navigation, reducing the physical and cognitive effort required to interact with complex forms and navigation menus. ### Power Users If you prefer keeping your hands on the keyboard to maximize productivity, this extension helps you navigate unfamiliar websites faster. You no longer have to guess where the next Tab press will take you. ### Developers and Designers Ensure your designs are inclusive. Use this tool to visualize the user journey for keyboard-only users, helping you identify and fix accessibility hurdles early in the development process. ### Accessibility Professionals Streamline your audits. Use the visual numbering to document focus order and share clear, visual feedback with development teams. ## How to Use 1. **Install:** Add Tab Order Visualizer to your Chrome or Edge browser. 2. **Activate:** Click the extension icon in your toolbar or use the shortcut `Ctrl+Shift+L`. 3. **Navigate:** Look at the numbered badges to see the sequence of focusable elements. 4. **Interact:** Use the Tab key to move between elements, knowing exactly where you'll land next. 5. **Toggle Off:** Use the same shortcut or the popup switch to hide the badges. ## Our Commitment to Accessibility Tab Order Visualizer was born out of a desire to make the web more inclusive. We understand that a truly accessible web is one where everyone can navigate with confidence. By providing clear visual cues for the tab order, we aim to bridge the gap between visual design and technical implementation, making the web a more predictable and user-friendly place for everyone. ## Support and Feedback We are constantly looking to improve. If you have suggestions, find a bug, or want to request a feature, please visit our homepage or use the "Rate Us" link in the extension popup. Your feedback helps us make the web better for everyone. Experience the web with new clarity. Install Tab Order Visualizer today and take control of your navigation.