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WCAG · Level AA

WCAG 1.4.13 – Content on Hover or Focus

Content that appears on hover/focus can be dismissed, moved, and remains visible as needed.

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At a glance

Impact level Medium
Topics
Tooltips Hover/focus content Dismissible overlays
Who this affects
Screen magnifier users Keyboard-only users Users with motor impairments

Why this matters

Users with motor or cognitive disabilities need predictable popovers and tooltips.

Implementation Guide