ARIA description
- WAVE Category: ARIA
- WAVE ARIA: ARIA description
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- Example of a DOM Snippet Generated From WAVE Tool
- Screenshots of Accessibility Pattern in Use
- Credits/Authors
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This content added 2026-03-23. Check for updated guidance at: https://wave.webaim.org/api/docs?format=html#aria_describedby
WAVE Category
ARIA
WAVE Error
ARIA description
What It Means
An aria-describedby attribute is present.
Why It Matters
ARIA descriptions provide additional information about interface elements, primarily form controls.
What To Do
Ensure the aria-describedby attribute references an element that provides a correct description.
The Algorithm... in English
An aria-describedby attribute is present.
Standards and Guidelines
Example of a DOM Snippet Generated From WAVE Tool
Screenshots of Accessibility Pattern in Use
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Description/text for image
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Credits/Authors
- @Rabia2219
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