VGAR Content Requirements
Requirements
Content
Lang for Foreign Words (CON-WEB-007)
Set the lang attribute on any foreign words or phrases
An appropriate lang attribute must be placed on any word or phrase that is in a different language than the page’s main language.
For instance, if a French word is placed within a page with a main language of English, the French word must be identified as such so that a screen reader will pronounce it correctly and notify the user of the difference.
Requirements
Lang of Parts of Page (CON-WEB-007-01)
A lang attribute MUST be set on every word or phrase that is in a different language than the page’s main language.
Test Procedures
FAE > Navigation > Language Changes (CON-WEB-007-01-T)
Confirm that a lang attribute is set on every word or phrase that is in a different language than the page’s main language.
Related Content
WCAG Success Criteria
W3C Techniques
These materials and steps outlined on this website are provided “AS IS” and are intended for illustrative purposes only. They should not be relied upon for marketing, legal, tax, financial, regulatory or other advice. You are responsible for the legal aspects of any implementation of the concepts illustrated herein. Further, Visa neither makes any warranty or representation as to the completeness or accuracy of this information, nor assumes any liability or responsibility that may result from reliance on such information. You should not act or rely on such content without seeking the advice of a professional. All brand names, logos and/or trademarks are the property of their respective owners, are used for identification purposes only, and do not necessarily imply product endorsement or affiliation with Visa.