Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance
Help users avoid and correct mistakes
3.3.1 Error Identification
Level A
If an input error is automatically detected, the item that is in error is identified and the error is described to the user in text.
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3.3.2 Labels or Instructions
Level A
Labels or instructions are provided when content requires user input.
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3.3.3 Error Suggestion
Level AA
If an input error is automatically detected and suggestions for correction are known, then the suggestions are provided to the user, unless it would jeopardize the security or purpose of the content.
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3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data)
Level AA
For Web pages that cause legal commitments or financial transactions for the user to occur, that modify or delete user-controllable data in data storage systems, or that submit user test responses, at least one of the following is true:
- Reversible: Submissions are reversible.
- Checked: Data entered by the user is checked for input errors and the user is provided an opportunity to correct them.
- Confirmed: A mechanism is available for reviewing, confirming, and correcting information before finalizing the submission.
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3.3.5 Help
Level AAA
Context-sensitive help is available.
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3.3.6 Error Prevention (All)
Level AAA
For Web pages that require the user to submit information, at least one of the following is true:
- Reversible: Submissions are reversible.
- Checked: Data entered by the user is checked for input errors and the user is provided an opportunity to correct them.
- Confirmed: A mechanism is available for reviewing, confirming, and correcting information before finalizing the submission.
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