ARIA Button, Link, and Menuitem Must Have Accessible Name
- December 7, 2025
- Accessibility, ARIA
Quick Reference
Element Code: AC-007
Issue: Interactive elements with ARIA roles lack accessible names
Impact: Screen readers announce the role but not the purpose
Fix: Add text content, aria-label, or aria-labelledby
Detection: axe DevTools, WAVE, screen reader testing
What Is This Issue?
Elements with role="button", role="link", or role="menuitem" need accessible names so screen readers can announce what they do. Without a name, users hear only "button" or "link" with no indication of purpose.
How to Fix This Issue
Option 1: Add Text Content
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Option 2: Use aria-label
Option 3: Use aria-labelledby
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TL;DR (The Simple Version)
Your ARIA buttons, links, or menu items don't have names. Screen readers just say "button" with no context. Add text content or an aria-label to describe what each element does.
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