Michelle Barker • 12/2/2021

Don’t Forget the “lang” Attribute

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This article discusses the crucial role of the HTML 'lang' attribute in web accessibility, highlighting how it affects screen reader pronunciation and localization. It explores the debate between using general (en) vs. localized (en-GB, en-US) language codes and emphasizes building flexible, semantic HTML for all users.

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