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WCAG Understanding SC 3.1.1 Language of Page
Documents that the default human language of each web page must be programmatically determined so user agents and assistive technologies can present text correctly.
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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language selector | Choose language selector when users need to switch the current page, task, or product interface to another available language. | The selector names the current language and available alternatives in language labels users can recognize. | Supports programmatic page-language identification after language selection. |
Comparisons supported by this source
- Language selector vs settings management vs preference center vs adaptive defaults
WCAG language-of-page guidance supports programmatic language identification after selection.
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