| Title | Inappropriate Obselete Elements For Visual Presentation Check |
|---|---|
| id | layout_01b |
| type | decr |
| elem | all |
| test | layoutElem |
| score | 1 |
| level | A |
| trust | 1 |
| top | 2 |
| steps | 2 |
| ref | G115 |
| scs | 1.3.1 |
| dis | 34212 |
| result | failed |
The "Inappropriate Obselete Elements For Visual Presentation Check" evaluates whether there is any obselete element used to control page presentation.
I found 1 obsolete element used to control the visual presentation.
- Visual Impairments: Screen readers rely on semantic structure to interpret the document. If
<table>is used purely for layout, it may be read as a data table, confusing the user. - Motor Impairments: Obsolete structures often lack keyboard navigability or logical tab order. CSS-based layouts are more predictable and navigable for alternative input devices.
- Cognitive Disabilities: Layout inconsistencies and lack of logical structure can increase cognitive load. Non-semantic structures can interfere with reading comprehension tools.
To address obselete elements inappropriately used to control visual presentation:
- Locate the inappropriate obselete elements.
- Remove the element from the HTML code.
- Add semantic HTML elements and CSS code to create the same visual appearance.