# scope attribute should be used correctly

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For screen reader users to efficiently navigate tables, the `scope` element must be utilized correctly on tables in accordance with either HTML4 or HTML5 specifications.

If utilized properly, the `scope` feature greatly simplifies table navigation for screen reader users. When misused, `scope` can make table navigation far more difficult and ineffective.

The assumption made by a screen reader is that a table has a header that identifies a scope. Having an accurate header makes viewing a table for those who use screen readers far more accessible and effective due to the way the devices work.

<h3>What this Accessibility Rule Checks</h3>

Ensures that tables are correctly using the `scope` attribute.