Primary language of the content [SC311text]

Test info

Test for Success Criterion 3.1.1

Checked Elements: all

This test checks that the primary language of the content is specified correctly by the language attribute of the <html>-element.

Principle 3: Understandable

Information and the operation of user interface must be understandable.
WCAG 2.0: Principle 3

Guideline 3.1: Readable

Make text content readable and understandable. Understanding Guideline 3.1

Success Criterion 3.1.1: Language of Page (Level A)

The default human language of each Web page can be programmatically determined . Understanding: Success Criterion 3.1.1

Technique