Accessibility - Use Descriptive Links
Use Descriptive Links
Tip: Use descriptive hyperlinks instead of “click here” or pasting full URLs.
Why it matters:
The goal of this criterion is to ensure that a user can understand where a link goes without having to guess. This is specifically designed for users who:
- Use Screen Readers to pull up a "Links List" (where they see only the link text, not the surrounding sentences).
- May find vague phrases like "click here" disorienting.
- Are Scanning a page quickly for specific information.
How to do it:
- Highlight meaningful text (e.g., Syllabus fall 2026 Occupational Safety ) and insert the link.
- Use the "link validator" to ensure links are active.
Alignment:
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 1.3.1, 2.2.4
