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Every page must have a unique, descriptive title.
Why it matters: Helps users understand where they are and find content.
Web pages have titles that describe topic or purpose.
What This Means: This success criterion requires that every web page must have a title (in the <title> element) that describes the topic or purpose of the page. The title should be unique for each page and clearly identify what the page contains or what function it serves.
Why It's Important: Page titles help users understand where they are, especially when they have multiple tabs open. Screen reader users rely on page titles to identify pages. Search engines use titles for indexing. Users with cognitive disabilities benefit from clear, descriptive titles that help them navigate. Without descriptive titles, users may become disoriented or unable to find the content they need.
Use descriptive, unique titles for each page. Include the page topic or purpose in the title. For multi-page sites, consider including the site name and page name (e.g., 'Contact Us - Site Name'). Keep titles concise but descriptive. Avoid generic titles like 'Page 1' or 'Untitled'. Test that titles are unique across all pages.
This criterion ensures that all users can access and understand the content, improving their overall experience and ability to use the website effectively.
This criterion ensures that screen reader users can access and understand the content, improving their overall experience and ability to use the website effectively.
This criterion ensures that users with cognitive disabilities can access and understand the content, improving their overall experience and ability to use the website effectively.
Impact: When this criterion is properly implemented, it removes barriers for these user groups and creates a more inclusive web experience for everyone.
This success criterion benefits the following user groups:
Tip: Use this checklist during development and testing to ensure all requirements for 2.4.2 Page Titled are met. Check off items as you complete them.
Note: These are official W3C resources for 2.4.2. For the most up-to-date information and detailed technical guidance, always refer to the official W3C documentation.
Implementing 2.4.2 Page Titled correctly requires understanding your specific context. Code solutions vary significantly based on multiple factors:
HTML, React, Vue, Angular, PHP, Python, and other frameworks each have different patterns and best practices.
Server-side rendering, client-side rendering, static generation, and hybrid approaches require different solutions.
Your existing components, styling approach, and UI library influence how accessibility must be implemented.
Your specific user base, content type, and interaction patterns determine the most appropriate implementation.
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