Alt-text Examples

On this page you will find examples of completed Alt-text. It is very important to follow the General Guidelines, and other documentation on how to write image descriptions on the Images main page.

The following examples are meant to be used as inspiration for writing alt-text. Remember, context will be the greatest influence for the alt text you create. These examples are subject to change as we adapt to new accessibility standards.

For Picture Book and Illustrated books, please see Alt-text for Children's Books for more information.

Example: Simple Images
Example: Medium Images
Example: Covers
Example: Complex Images and Long Descriptions
Examples Text and Images
Examples Multiple Images: Two Page Spreads, Images in Sequence and Grouped Images
Examples Skin tone, Gender, and Age
Facial Features and Expressions: Coming Soon
Examples Describing Colour in Images: Coming Soon

If you have any questions, post your question on the Alt-Text Q&A

Go to Writing Tip: Using Point Form Technique for a breakdown on how you can start the writing process

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