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WAI WCAG Understanding: Label in Name
Explains that speech-input users can activate controls by speaking visible labels when those labels are included in accessible names.
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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice command | Choose voice command when the interaction problem is spoken activation or control, not typed search, command browsing, key-chord acceleration, or ordinary dictation alone. | Voice capture starts only after explicit user invocation, platform voice-access command, or documented wake condition. | Supports visible label and accessible name alignment for speech-input users. |
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- Voice command vs keyboard shortcut vs command palette vs prompt box vs text input vs touch gesture
Supports speaking visible control labels by aligning labels and accessible names.
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Publisher: W3C WAI. Last checked: .