Description
Provide text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language.
Questions & Answers
Images on Ecommerce Site
For ecommerce sites, when should images be coded as meaningful and when should they be coded as decorative?
- alt tags
- ecommerce
- images
When should I use a “null” or empty alt tag?
I've read recently that there are situations where a null or empty alt tag is appropriate. In what situations should I use an empty alt attribute?
- alt tags
- empty alt
- null alt attribute
How can I make an image act as a button?
I am curious about how to make an image act as a button and ensure it's accessible. Any guidance?
- buttons
- images
Is Google Maps accessible?
I was wondering if Google Maps is accessible or not. Do you have any info?
- google maps
How should I update alt tags on WordPress?
I have a ton of images without alt tags on my WordPress website. Is there a way to update these in bulk?
- alt tags
- alt text
- images
- wordpress
Do images and art need to follow accessibility rules?
My site contains a lot of artwork, graphics, and some photography. My question is whether or not I need to do anything if they don't meet requirements. Or do they get a pass?
- art
- color
- graphics
- images
- video
Do logos need to follow the accessibility guidelines?
Do logos need to follow the accessibility guidelines? Specifically color contrast, size, text, stuff like that.
- best practices
- branding
- color
- images
Can I specify the language of specific parts of my page?
As an example, let's suppose I want to write the following. 'The french word bonjour means hello in english.' My sites language is english, but I would like screen readers to know that 'bonjour' is written in french. Is that something I should even bother...
- building content
- translations
How can I make my website available in other languages?
I have a Wordpress site written in English. Do you guys know of a plugin or something that I can do to make it available in other languages as well?
- translations
- wordpress