Select element must have an accessible name
What is the problem?
The select-name rule ensures that <select> elements have a clear and descriptive label.
Impacted Groups
Why is this important?
Screen reader users rely on labels to understand the purpose of form elements. Without a clear label, users may be unable to determine what information to input or how to interact with the element.
How to solve this issue
To fix this issue, you can either associate a label with the select element using the for attribute or use the aria-labelledby attribute to reference the ID of a label or other element that provides the name. This ensures that screen reader users can easily understand the purpose of the select element and its options.
Rule Information
Rule ID
select-name
Severity
Manual Review Required
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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