Input buttons must have discernible text

Critical

What is the problem?

The "input-button-name" accessibility rule ensures that input buttons have clear and discernible text labels.

Impacted Groups

Blind
Deafblind

Why is this important?

Clear button labels help users understand the purpose of a button and what action it will perform. Without clear labels, users, especially those who rely on screen readers, may have difficulty using the button correctly. This can lead to frustration and confusion.

How to solve this issue

To fix this issue, make sure that each input button has a visible and meaningful text label. You can achieve this by using the value attribute for <input type="button"> or <input type="submit"> elements, or by using a <label> element associated with the button.

Rule Information

Rule ID

input-button-name

Severity

Critical

Manual Review Required

Yes

Rule Group

WCAG 2.0 Level A & AA Rules

Guidelines

  • WCAG 2.1 (A)
  • WCAG 2.0 (A)
  • WCAG 2.2 (A)
  • Section 508
  • Trusted Tester
  • EN 301 549

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