Alternative text is the written description of an image that is read out loud by screen readers, helping visually impaired users navigate the content. Also, alternative text appears in place of an image on a webpage if the image can't load on a user's screen.
To write good alternative text, describe the image as specifically as possible. Also, keep it short and avoid keyword stuffing. If you can close your eyes, have someone read the alternative text to you, and imagine a reasonably accurate version of the image, you're on the right track.
Note: You can add up to 255 characters to the Alt. text.
Adding alt text to images in the content editor
You can add alternative text to an image in the content editor. When you hover over the image, the "+Alt text" button will appear in the top right corner of the image. Write a description in the corresponding field and click Done.
Adding alt text to images in the Audio and the Link (curation) blocks
You can also add alternative text to images in the Single audio content block and the Link (curation) content block. When a user clicks on the "+Alt text" button, the popover appears.
Adding alt text to the background image in the Hotspot content type
You can add alternative text to the background image on the Hotspot content block. To do so, click on the +Alt text, add the description in the block,, and click on Done.
Adding alt text to images in the single-choice/multiple-choice image question blocks
You can also add alternative text to each image in the single-choice/multiple-choice image question block. When a user clicks on the “+Alt text” button, the popover appears in the top right corner of the image. Write a description in the corresponding field and click Done.
