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Respecting user preferences is a basic accessibility principle, but Google's Gmail makes it nearly impossible for developers to do this. Email clients should enable developers to query the user's system or browser-level settings, like reduced motion or color scheme.

This isn't just a missed feature; it's a barrier. It may even have legal implications. Email clients are disregarding OS-level accessibility settings, and forcing users to endure experiences that may be uncomfortable and harmful. Impacting the sender's the ability to communicate with their audience