Element Code: IM-002
Quick Reference
Issue: Area elements lack alt
Impact: Not accessible
Fix: Add alt
Detection: A11y audit
What Is This Issue?
Active areas need alt.
Why This Matters
Click targets need description.
How to Fix
- Add alt to areas
Tools
- A11y audit: Area alt
TL;DR
Add alt to image map areas.
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