Styled <p> elements must not be used as headings
What is the problem?
The "p-as-heading" rule addresses the misuse of <p> elements to visually represent headings. This often involves styling the <p> element with bold, italic, or larger font sizes.
Impacted Groups
Why is this important?
Screen reader users rely on the correct HTML structure to understand the hierarchy of content on a page. When <p> elements are styled to look like headings, screen readers may not recognize them as such, making it difficult for users to navigate and understand the content.
How to solve this issue
To fix this issue, use appropriate heading elements like <h1>, <h2>, <h3>, etc., to mark headings. These elements provide the correct semantic structure, ensuring that screen readers can accurately interpret the content and guide users through the page.
Rule Information
Rule ID
p-as-heading
Severity
Manual Review Required
Rule Group
Experimental Rules
Guidelines
- WCAG 2.1 Experimental
- WCAG 2.0 Experimental
- EN 301 549
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