# File Upload Accessibility

> Use when reviewing templates, rendered HTML, or shared components related to Make file uploads accessible. Validate the final browser-facing markup, not just the source framework abstraction.

- Skill: `thedaviddias/file-upload-accessibility` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add thedaviddias/file-upload-accessibility`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/thedaviddias/file-upload-accessibility/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Web & Frontend
- Author: thedaviddias (https://skillmd.com/u/thedaviddias)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/thedaviddias/file-upload-accessibility

---


# Make file uploads accessible

Unlabeled file inputs and inaccessible drag zones exclude screen reader and keyboard users from completing file upload tasks.

## Quick Reference

- Always associate labels with file inputs
- Clearly communicate accepted file types and size limits
- Provide accessible progress feedback during uploads
- Make drag-and-drop zones keyboard accessible

## Check

Verify file inputs have proper labels, accept attributes for file types, and accessible feedback for upload progress and errors.

## Fix

Implement file uploads with visible labels, accept attribute restrictions, drag-and-drop alternatives, and ARIA live region feedback.

## Explain

Explain how accessible file uploads provide clear instructions, feedback, and work for users relying on assistive technologies.

## Code Review

Review templates, server-rendered HTML, and shared components that output markup related to Make file uploads accessible. Flag exact elements, attributes, and routes where the rendered HTML violates the rule.

---

For full implementation details, code examples, and framework-specific guidance,
see `references/rule.md`.

Rule page: https://frontendchecklist.io/en/rules/html/file-upload-accessibility