Deprecated spacer tag detected
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Rule code | BadTag_Spacer_Detect |
| WCAG conformance level | A |
| WCAG success criterion | 1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence |
| Must be fixed at source | Yes |
Description
A spacer element was found. The spacer tag is no longer a valid and supported element and should be replaced with the use of CSS and proper HTML structure. Deprecated tags can cause issues with Screen Readers and may be unusually announced.
How to fix
Review the page and locate any <spacer> elements. Replace these with CSS for managing spacing and layout. Use margin and padding in CSS to control the space around and within elements.