What Is the Button Name Violation?
Ensures buttons have discernible text.
| WCAG Criterion | 4.1.2 |
| Impact | critical |
| axe-core Rule ID | button-name |
| WCAG Principle | Robust |
How to Fix Button Name
Add descriptive text content to
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The Button Name 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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