Accessible Astro Launcher – Keyboard-driven, WCAG-compliant command palette for Astro sites

Summary: Accessible Astro Launcher is a keyboard-operated command palette component designed for Astro websites, built with WCAG 2.2 AA compliance. It provides full keyboard navigation, WAI-ARIA support, and live screen reader announcements to improve accessibility. It is part of the open-source Accessible Astro ecosystem aimed at inclusive web development.

What it does

It offers a command palette similar to Spotlight or Raycast, enabling users to navigate and execute commands via keyboard on Astro sites. The component is built from scratch with accessibility standards, including live announcements for screen readers.

Who it's for

Developers building Astro websites who need an accessible, keyboard-friendly command palette that supports screen reader users.

Why it matters

It addresses the lack of accessible command palettes by ensuring screen reader compatibility and keyboard navigation, enhancing inclusivity in modern web apps.