Provide accessible names for meter elements

A meter represents a scalar measurement; without a label, a user might hear a value (e.g., '50%') but have no idea if it refers to battery life, storage space, or a password strength.

Quick Reference

• The <meter> element or role="meter" must have an accessible label
• Use aria-label or aria-labelledby to provide context
• Helps users understand what measurement is being displayed

Check

Check for <meter> elements or elements with role="meter" that lack an accessible name.

Fix

Add an aria-label or aria-labelledby to the meter element to describe the measurement.

Explain

Explain why measurements need context through accessible names for screen reader users.

Code Review

Review the rendered markup and interactive states that affect Provide accessible names for meter elements. Flag exact elements, roles, labels, focus behavior, or keyboard interactions that violate the rule, and note how to verify the fix with browser accessibility tooling or assistive tech.

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For full implementation details, code examples, and framework-specific guidance, see references/rule.md.

Rule page: https://frontendchecklist.io/en/rules/accessibility/aria-meter-name