Quick Reference
Element Code: HT-032
Issue: Large tables lack header associations
Impact: No context for cells
Fix: Add th with scope
Detection: axe DevTools
What Is This Issue?
Tables 3x3+ need proper headers.
Why This Matters
Data is confusing without headers.
How to Fix
- Add th elements
- Use scope attribute
Tools
- axe DevTools: Table accessibility
TL;DR
Add header cells with scope to tables larger than 3x3.
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