Elements with role="dialog" or role="alertdialog" have accessible names

ARIA dialog elements without accessible names may prevent screen readers users from discerning the purpose of these elements. [Learn how to make ARIA dialog elements more accessible](https://dequeuniv

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About

ARIA dialog elements without accessible names may prevent screen readers users from discerning the purpose of these elements. [Learn how to make ARIA dialog elements more accessible](https://dequeuniversity.com/rules/axe/4.10/aria-dialog-name).

Why it's important

Ensures assistive technologies like screen readers can correctly interpret and announce page elements to users with disabilities.

User stories

As a screen reader user, I want ARIA attributes to be correctly implemented so that I can understand the purpose and state of interactive elements.

Error

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Failed: Elements with role="dialog" or role="alertdialog" have accessible names

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