The scrollbar role
Semantics
A graphical object that controls the scrolling of content within a viewing area, regardless of whether the content is fully displayed within the viewing area.
Abstract Role
WidgetRepresents a focusable, interactive element.
Content Category
Flow ContentAn element that structures and organizes the body of a web document.
Allowed Descendants
Phrasing Children Allowed
Note
Children Become Presentational
Browsers automatically apply the presentation role to all descendant elements, so their semantics are not conveyed to assistive technologies.
Usage
Elements that can designate the role in HTML:
img[role=scrollbar]div[role=scrollbar]custom-element[role=scrollbar]