What Is the Audio Caption Violation?
Ensures
| WCAG Criterion | 1.2.1 |
| Impact | critical |
| axe-core Rule ID | audio-caption |
| WCAG Principle | Perceivable |
How to Fix Audio Caption
Provide a text transcript for all audio content. For synchronized media (audio + video), add captions via a
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The Audio Caption violation impacts users who rely on assistive technologies including:
- Screen reader users (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
- Keyboard-only users who cannot use a mouse
- Users with cognitive disabilities who rely on clear structure
Approximately 1 in 4 adults in the United States has some type of disability. Fixing this violation improves access for millions of users.
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