What this means
A label explains what belongs in a field. It should be visible and connected to the field so reading software announces it. Text placed nearby can look right without having this connection.
Passing examples
- 'Email address' is visible and announced when its field receives focus.
- Each checkbox has its own connected label, such as 'Send me updates'.
- A group has the question 'Preferred contact method', and its choices are labeled 'Email' and 'Phone'.
Failing examples
- An empty field has no visible label.
- 'Email address' is written above a field, but reading software announces only 'edit text'.
- A group of radio buttons has individual options but no question explaining what they select.