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Form fields are missing labels
Every box, checkbox or button in a fillable form needs a label that says what it is for, such as "First name".
Who it affects
People who use screen readers or fill in forms with a keyboard.
Why it matters
Without a label, a screen reader just says "edit box". The person has to guess what to type, or cannot complete the form.
How to fix it
- In Adobe Acrobat Pro: open Prepare Form, then right-click each field and choose Properties. Enter a clear description in Tooltip.
- Match the tooltip to the visible label, such as "Date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY)".
What RemeDocs does
RemeDocs adds labels to form fields where it can tell what they are for. The rest need a person to name them.