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ARIA Labels
Also known as: Accessible labels
Plain English
Extra labels for glossaryScreen ReaderA screen reader is software that reads digital content aloud for users who cannot see the screen.Open glossary term.
Definition
ARIA labels are attributes used in HTML to improve serviceAccessibilityFind accessibility issues early, improve usability, and build products that are more inclusive, usable, and compliant.Open service by providing additional glossaryContextThe surrounding conditions that shape behaviour and decisions.Open glossary term for glossaryScreen ReaderA screen reader is software that reads digital content aloud for users who cannot see the screen.Open glossary term.
In practice
Used to describe elements that are not clearly labelled visually.
The reality
ARIA is often misused or ignored, reducing serviceAccessibilityFind accessibility issues early, improve usability, and build products that are more inclusive, usable, and compliant.Open service.
Also known as
Accessible labels
FAQ
Common questions
A few practical answers to the questions that usually come up around this term.
What are ARIA labels?
They provide additional glossaryContextThe surrounding conditions that shape behaviour and decisions.Open glossary term for serviceAccessibilityFind accessibility issues early, improve usability, and build products that are more inclusive, usable, and compliant.Open service tools.
Why are ARIA labels important?
They improve serviceAccessibilityFind accessibility issues early, improve usability, and build products that are more inclusive, usable, and compliant.Open service for glossaryScreen ReaderA screen reader is software that reads digital content aloud for users who cannot see the screen.Open glossary term users.
Where are they used?
In HTML elements without clear labels.
What is a common issue?
Incorrect or missing implementation.
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