A LIST Apart: For People Who Make Websites

No. 229

December 19, 2006

Shoehorn your forms into small spaces without sacrificing accessibility; serve your site to a plethora of devices regardless of screen size using adaptive layouts.

Switchy McLayout: An Adaptive Layout Technique

by Marc van den Dobbelsteen

The introduction of new mobile and computing devices challenges us to look beyond the liquid layout. Marc van den Dobbelsteen offers a way to bring appropriate layouts to a wider range of screens and devices.

Making Compact Forms More Accessible

by Mike Brittain

Space constraints can put the squeeze on accessibility and usability. Mike Brittain shares his method for making itty-bitty forms more accessible and easier to use.

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Editor’s Choice

originally ran: November 19, 2004

Invasion of the Body Switchers

by Andy Clarke, James Edwards

Wouldn’t it be great if we could update the classic ALA style switcher to accommodate multiple users and devices, including some that aren’t even traditional browsers, all from a single JavaScript and CSS file? Well, now we can! Enter the Body Switcher.