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WAI-ARIA APG Checkbox Pattern

Defines checkbox checked, unchecked, and mixed states, accessible labels, grouped descriptions, and Space-key toggling behavior.

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Checkbox group Choose checkboxes for short independent multi-choice sets where every option can remain visible. Each option toggles independently without unchecking other selected options. APG checkbox guidance documents checked, unchecked, and mixed states, accessible labels, grouped descriptions, and Space-key toggling.

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Publisher: W3C Web Accessibility Initiative. Last checked: .