axe DevTools Extension v4.80.1 Release Notes

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Edge: May 7, 2024, Chrome: May 14, 2024

Features

  • Migrated extension to Manifest V3
  • Enhances scan results / saved test overview UI by removing sticky collapsible summary section allowing the issues column more space to scroll
  • Upgrades to axe-core@4.9.0
info

The migration to Manifest V3 will not have an impact on any functionality of the axe DevTools Extension. Should you run into any issues please reach out to helpdesk@deque.com as always.

Bug Fixes

  • Allow modals that are triggered from with SVGs to be opened automatically within the Modal IGT
  • Accessibility best practice bug fix: ensures no content is lost at zoom of over 200%

Known Issues

  • Cross-domain iframes have limited support. Limitations include:
    • selecting elements within cross-domain iframes
    • running IGTs within cross-domain iframes
  • Using the keyboard shortcuts can result in display of the old UI (issue #2990)
  • Some keyboard shortcuts no longer work (issue #2991)