Pause Animations

What is the Pause Animations feature?

The assistive Pause Animations feature is a functionality of the Hand Talk Plugin that allows users to pause animations implemented on the page. This flexibility caters to individual preferences and promotes inclusion for different conditions.

How does it work?

When the Pause Animations feature is activated, the plugin identifies all animations and/or videos configured on the page and temporarily pauses their playback until the feature is deactivated and the animations resume. You can test the feature by pausing the animation below:

What are its benefits?

• Accessibility: The pause animations feature prevents users from distractions or visual discomfort, improving their usability experience.
• Inclusion: People with concentration difficulties can use the pages more easily and conveniently.
• Customization: Users can choose to activate or deactivate this feature according to their individual needs.