role=img Elements Need Alt Text

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Quick Reference

Element Code: AC-034

Issue: role="img" elements lack names

Impact: Image meaning lost

Fix: Add aria-label

Detection: axe DevTools

What Is This Issue?

Elements with role="img" need accessible names.

Why This Matters

Screen readers need image descriptions.

How to Fix

  1. Add aria-label

Tools

  • axe DevTools: Image role check

TL;DR

Add aria-label to any element with role="img".

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