Text alternatives · WCAG 2.0 Level A
Frames must have a unique title attribute
Ensure <iframe> and <frame> elements contain a unique title attribute.
What it means
The frame-title-unique rule flags elements that fail this check. It maps to WCAG success criterion 4.1.2.
Who it affects
People who are blind or have low vision and use screen readers, and anyone whose images fail to load.
How to fix it
Give each iframe a different title.
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Run a free scan. If this rule fails, the results list the affected elements. Deque, which maintains axe-core, also documents this rule in detail: Deque University: frame-title-unique.
Quick answers
What does the axe rule "frame-title-unique" check?
Ensure <iframe> and <frame> elements contain a unique title attribute.
How do I fix "Frames must have a unique title attribute"?
Give each iframe a different title.
Who is affected by frame-title-unique failures?
People who are blind or have low vision and use screen readers, and anyone whose images fail to load.
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