WCAG 2.4.6
Level AA
Operable
2.4.6 Headings and Labels
Headings and labels describe their topic or purpose.
What 2.4.6 Headings and Labels means
Users can scan and understand sections and form fields.
How to test
Review headings and form labels for clarity and descriptiveness.
How to meet it
Write specific, meaningful headings and labels; avoid generic or empty ones.
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Official reference: Understanding 2.4.6 Headings and Labels (W3C)
More Operable criteria
2.1.1 Keyboard
2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap
2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts
2.2.1 Timing Adjustable
2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide
2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold
2.4.1 Bypass Blocks
2.4.2 Page Titled
2.4.3 Focus Order
2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context)
2.4.5 Multiple Ways
2.4.7 Focus Visible
2.4.11 Focus Not Obscured (Minimum)
2.5.1 Pointer Gestures
2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation
2.5.3 Label in Name
2.5.4 Motion Actuation
2.5.7 Dragging Movements
2.5.8 Target Size (Minimum)