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Tips for Writing Effective Alt Text
Alternative (Alt) text is a simple but powerful way to create more inclusive content. The goal is to write alt text that is clear, accurate, and meaningful.
Some of the best descriptions often come from a subject-matter expert who understands the context and details of the information being presented within the figure or image. When that’s not possible, you can still learn to create content that is meaningful and impactful to your audience.
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Tips for Writing Effective Alt Text
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