1.4 Distinguishable · Perceivable
WCAG 1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus
Level AA
When extra content (tooltips, popovers) appears on hover or focus, the user must be able to dismiss it, hover the new content, and have it persist until they move away or dismiss it.
Common failures
- Tooltips disappear the moment the cursor leaves the trigger, even if the user is moving toward the tooltip.
- Popovers can't be dismissed with Escape.
How to fix
- Allow Escape to dismiss the popover.
- Keep the popover visible while the pointer is over it.
- Don't auto-dismiss on a timer.
Related criteria
- WCAG 2.1.1 Keyboard Level A
- WCAG 2.4.7 Focus Visible Level AA