Success criterion 2.4.6
Headings and Labels
Headings and labels describe topic or purpose.
- Level AA
- Principle 2: Operable
- Guideline 2.4: Navigable
In a user’s words
“Headings? Labels? Give 'em to me! It's like speed reading for my screen reader.”
What each role can do
- Product manager
- Ensure that all headings and labels are descriptive and relevant.
- Designer
- Use headings and labels to clearly demarcate sections and topics.
- Developer
- Utilize semantic HTML for headings (<h1>, <h2>, etc.) and labels to facilitate screen reader navigation.
- Tester
- Test to ensure all headings and labels are accurate, and properly structured for screen reader navigation.
Once it is fixed
“You've made my screen reader's job easy and my life easier. I can navigate your site like a pro!”
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The quotes are written to illustrate the criterion. They are not testimonials from real people. For the official wording, find 2.4.6 in the W3C quick reference for WCAG 2.2 (opens in a new tab).
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