Juniper Websites: Why Is ALT Text Important for Accessibility?

ALT text plays a key role in making websites inclusive and accessible to all users. Here's why:

  1. Screen reader support: ALT text allows users who rely on screen readers to understand the content and purpose of images.
  2. Improves user experience: Descriptive alt text ensures that important visual information isn't lost for users who can't see the images.
  3. Supports accessibility standards: Adding appropriate ALT text is part of meeting legal and ethical obligations, such as WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).

Without ALT text, users with visual impairments may miss key information presented through images.

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