Below you'll find common errors associated with links and guidance on how to correct them.
Link name is empty
Empty links are invisible to sighted users but will still be announced by screen readers, potentially leading to confusion. This issue often arises when a link is particularly deleted through a text editor, leaving behind elements link a single space. To resolve these errors, click on the "Fix" button provided in your Accessibility panel to remove the empty link elements completely.
Link is longer than 100 characters
If a link's text exceeds 100 characters, it is likely to overwhelm the user, making it hard to understand the link's destination quickly. Consider shortening the link text to concisely convey the purpose and destination, ensuring it is straightforward and easy to comprehend.
Link text starts with "link to"
Starting the link text with "link to" is redundant since screen readers automatically announce the presence of a link. For example, a screen reader might redundantly say "Link> Link to website." To streamline the user experience, remove "link to" from the link text.
Ambiguous names like "Click Here", "Here", "More" etc.
Links labeled with ambiguous terms do not provide clear information about their destination, especially for users navigating with screen readers who might only hear the link text out of context. It's crucial to use descriptive link text that accurately conveys where the link leads.
Link contains redundant underlining
Underlining non-link text can confuse users, who may attempt to click on it expecting a link. To correct this, highlight the text or the link and remove the underlining by toggling off the Underline format in the text editor. This adjustment helps maintain clarity and user-friendliness by ensuring that the underlined text is consistently recognized as clickable.