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Image Alt Text: What It Is and Why It Matters for Accessibility

Here’s what you need to know about alt text and why it matters for your website.

accessibility

October 21, 2022

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What Screen Reader Users Say About Alt Text

We asked our A11iance Advocates how businesses could write better alt text. Here’s what they had to say.

a11iance

October 17, 2022

A glass of wine next to a bottle. The bottle's label is peeling off, with alt text that reads "Red wine bottled in 2021, with notes of jammy and spicy, with deep notes of plum, chocolate, and black pepper. Pair it with red meat."

What the Wine Industry Can Teach Us About Digital Accessibility

Want to write better alt text? Take a cue from the wine industry.

accessibility

September 23, 2022

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The Ins and Outs of Image Accessibility Standards

Image accessibility is critical in creating an inclusive, enjoyable, and compliant experience for all users. Learn more about how to create accessible images.

accessibility

December 13, 2021

Making Accessibility Visible Part 3: Image Alt Text

Good alt text descriptions help a screen reader user understand the style and context of images on a webpage.

a11iance

October 19, 2021

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