Product feature update: Accessibility improvements on BondScanner

Why accessibility matters in investing

Investing should be accessible to everyone. That includes people who navigate with a keyboard, use a screen reader, or rely on other assistive technologies to use the web.

BondScanner has introduced a range of improvements to make the platform easier to use for people with different needs. These changes cover keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, and more across both the website and the app.

What changed: An overview

Here is a summary of what is new:

• Improved keyboard navigation with clearer focus indicators across the website

• The Company menu in the top navigation is now fully accessible and navigable using a keyboard

• Bond listings are now read correctly by screen readers, including information that was previously inaccessible

• Calculator results are now announced automatically by screen readers as inputs change

• Additional improvements across the website and app to enhance compatibility with assistive technologies

Keyboard navigation with clearer focus indicators

Moving through the BondScanner website using only a keyboard is now easier. Focus indicators have been improved so it is always clear which element you are on as you tab through the page. This makes navigating without a mouse more predictable and comfortable.

The Company menu in the top navigation has also been updated. You can now open, browse, and close it entirely using a keyboard, without needing to reach for a mouse.

Bond listings now work correctly with screen readers

Bond listings on BondScanner are now read out correctly by screen readers. This includes details that were previously inaccessible, meaning users who rely on screen readers can now get the full picture from a bond listing without missing information.

This was one of the more significant gaps in the previous experience, and one that directly affected how usable the platform was for screen reader users.

Calculator results announced automatically

When you change inputs in the BondScanner calculator, the updated results are now announced automatically by screen readers. You no longer need to navigate away from the input and back to hear the result.

This makes it much faster to explore different scenarios using the calculator without losing your place or needing extra steps.

An ongoing effort

These updates are part of an ongoing effort to make BondScanner accessible to everyone. Accessibility is not something that gets done once. The team will continue identifying and fixing gaps over time.

If you come across any accessibility issues or have suggestions, write to the team at support@bondscanner.com.