Accessibility · Junior · Question 26 of 75
Why isn't a placeholder a replacement for a label?
- 1It can't contain more than a couple of short words
- 2Browsers don't display placeholders on mobile devices
- 3It disappears on typing and often has low contrast
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Correct answer: It disappears on typing and often has low contrast
Explanation
Once the user types, the hint is gone, which hurts memory and review. It also isn't reliably announced as a name. Use a visible label and keep the placeholder for examples.