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Success criterion 2.4.10

Section Headings

Section headings are used to organize the content.

  • Level AAA
  • Principle 2: Operable
  • Guideline 2.4: Navigable

In a user’s words

“Think of section headings like road signs. I need to know where each turn leads!”

Who this helps: Blindness, Cognitive Impairments

What each role can do

Product manager
Ensure content is well-organized with clear and descriptive section headings.
Designer
Design section headings that summarize the content effectively.
Developer
Use semantic HTML tags like <h1>, <h2>, etc., to indicate section headings.
Tester
Verify that section headings are implemented and accessible through screen readers.

Once it is fixed

“It's like driving on a well-marked highway. I know exactly where I'm going, and it feels great!”

The quotes are written to illustrate the criterion. They are not testimonials from real people. For the official wording, find 2.4.10 in the W3C quick reference for WCAG 2.2 (opens in a new tab).

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