Active <area> elements must have alternate text
What is the problem?
The "area-alt" accessibility rule ensures that all clickable areas within an image map have descriptive alternative text.
Impacted Groups
Why is this important?
People who use screen readers rely on alternative text to understand the purpose of clickable areas within an image map. Without it, they may miss important information or be unable to navigate the website effectively.
How to solve this issue
To fix this, add an alt attribute to each <area> element within the image map. The alt attribute should provide a concise and descriptive text that accurately represents the content and purpose of the linked resource.
Rule Information
Rule ID
area-alt
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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