@nprofile1q... View Configuration. Switch Jira to List View to ensure predictable linear DOM navigation.
JAWS Pass Through Command. Press Insert plus 3 before using Jira single key shortcuts to pass the keypress directly to the browser.
Filter List Navigation. Use Insert plus 3 then J for the next ticket or Insert plus 3 then K for the previous ticket. Press Control plus Home after page refresh then H to jump to the ticket summary heading.
Quick Search. Press Insert plus 3 then slash to place focus into the search input field.
Ticket Creation. Open the ticket creation dialog using Insert plus 3 then C. Draft long descriptions in an external editor and paste them into the input fields if modal fields fail to announce focus via Tab navigation.
WebAIM Community Discussions on Jira Cloud
Autocomplete and Tagging. Fields using autocomplete suggestions often insert elements at the bottom of the DOM tree. Toggle Virtual Cursor off using JAWS Key plus Z or use down arrow navigation after typing to lock in selected items.
Dashboard Widgets. Basic dashboard gadgets and pie charts render as accessible elements but complex dynamic boards remain difficult. Access work via filter queries or issue lists for higher reliability.
Core Technical Tips for JAWS in Jira
Virtual Cursor Toggle. Use JAWS Key plus Z to turn off the Virtual PC Cursor when interacting with rich text editors popups or dropdowns.
Headings Navigation. Use H or Insert plus F6 to bring up the headings list to jump between issue details comments and attachments.
Bypassing Elements. Use R to jump across landmarks.
Sources
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https://www.knappstrategic.com/accessiversity-blog/a-jaws-screen-reader-users-guide-to-jira](https://www.knappstrategic.com/accessiversity-blog/a-jaws-screen-reader-users-guide-to-jira)[
https://www.knappstrategic.com/accessiversity-blog/a-jaws-screen-reader-users-guide-to-creating-jira-tickets](https://www.knappstrategic.com/accessiversity-blog/a-jaws-screen-reader-users-guide-to-creating-jira-tickets)[
https://webaim.org/discussion/mail_thread?thread=10329](https://webaim.org/discussion/mail_thread?thread=10329)
