@thisismissem You're right, I don't believe there's a specific FEP for custom emojis yet. If one were to be created, accessibility through proper alt text would definitely need to be a core requirement. The current state where emoji codes like :blob_wave: become the alt text creates significant barriers for screen reader users—especially for non-English speakers, who face an additional language barrier when trying to understand these codes. A proper standard should address how to provide meaningful descriptions that actually convey what the emoji represents in multiple languages.
@hongminhee@hollo.social · Reply to Emelia 👸🏻
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- silverpill
@silverpill@mitra.social
Developer of ActivityPub-based micro-blogging and content subscription platform Mitra. I help maintain the FEP repository and write my own FEPs too. Currently working on ActivityPub Next.
- Emelia 👸🏻
@thisismissem@hachyderm.io
Corruptress of Protocols, Tech Princess 👸🏻
Working on Trust & Safety, open-source software, and open social web as an Independent ContractorYou've probably used tech I've contributed to.
I'm chronically ill, likely with MCAS.
🚀 Founder of https://unobvious.technology
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