However, you can easily check this yourself by reviewing the Mobile Usability report in Google Search Console. Here’s how you can specifically check for the "clickable elements too close together" issue:
Steps to Check for "Clickable Elements Too Close Together" in Google Search Console:
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Sign in to Google Search Console:
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Go to Google Search Console and log in to your account.
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Navigate to the Mobile Usability Report:
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In the left-hand menu, click on "Experience", then select "Mobile Usability".
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This will bring up the Mobile Usability report for your website.
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Identify the Issues:
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Look for the specific issue of "Clickable elements too close together." If there is a problem with clickable elements on your site being too close, Google Search Console will list this issue and show how many pages are affected.
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Check Affected Pages:
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If the report shows that clickable elements are too close together, it will indicate the specific pages on your site where this issue has been detected. You can click on these pages to investigate further.
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Fixing the Issue:
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If the issue is present, you will need to adjust the layout of your site. Ensure that interactive elements such as buttons, links, and form fields have enough space between them. A general best practice is to allow for at least 48 pixels of space around tappable elements on mobile devices to make them easier to click or tap.
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Validate Fix:
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Once you’ve made the necessary adjustments to increase the spacing between clickable elements, go back to Google Search Console and click "Validate Fix". Google will re-crawl the affected pages to verify that the issue has been resolved.
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Other Common Mobile Usability Issues:
Besides clickable elements being too close together, here are other common issues you might find in the Mobile Usability report:
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Text too small to read: Ensure text is large enough to be legible without zooming.
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Content wider than screen: Make sure all content fits within the viewport and doesn’t require horizontal scrolling.
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Viewport not set: Verify that your site includes a proper viewport meta tag to ensure it scales correctly on mobile devices.