unique-option-names

Option names within collections should be unique so that assistive technologies users understand and can use them intuitively.

Description

Options in a collection (like a select list for example) should have an accessible name that can be read programmatically. However, it is also essential that these names be unique so assistive technology users like screen readers and voice input software can easily distinguish between them and activate them.

Quick Fixes

Ensure that elements within a collection of interactive elements, such as radio buttons, options in a select list, or tabs in a tabs list, have unique names.

How Users Are Affected

Screen reader users may experience confusion or ambiguity regarding the element's purpose and how to operate it. Voice control users will be required to specify the element type redundantly every time they want to activate it.

WCAG Success criteria

This issue might cause elements to fail one or more of the following Success criteria:
Best practice