Text that is left off the visible screen but is still read by screen readers, used to give assistive-technology users context they'd otherwise miss — like labeling which of several "Edit" links goes with which item.
Synonyms
- screen-reader-only text
- sr-only text
- visually hidden
Related terms
In plain words
- words you can't see but a screen reader still reads
- hidden text just for assistive tech
Usage example
Each "Add to cart" button carried visually hidden text naming the product, so screen-reader users knew which one they were pressing.
Don't confuse with…
- hidden contentContent hidden with display:none disappears for everyone, including screen readers; visually hidden text stays available to screen readers while being off-screen visually.
Categories
- Accessibility