Interactive Elements Labeled Incorrectly
Archived Issue
Current Iteration of Issue
Short Description
Label assigned to clickable element is confusing or misleading
Long Description
- Assistive technology such as a screen reader uses the element label in the code to identify the type of element a user is interacting with.
- There are specific semantic rules about what elements such as a link or button do.
- When a developer labels elements in ways that are not in accordance with the semantic rules, it can interfere with the assistive technology's ability to interact with the element correctly, and it can confuse the user.
Example of Issue
No example currently available
Recommendations
- Review W3C semantic rules for proper element labels.
Related Issues
WCAG Reference
Accessibility/Usability
Accessibility
Usability
Impacted Assistive Technology
Screen Reader
Impacted Type of Device
Computer
Mobile