<\/span><\/h2>\n1. Should I add alternative description to every image?
No. Only add alternative description to images that provide meaningful content. Decorative images should have empty alt attributes (alt=””).<\/p>\n
2. Can I use the same alternative description for similar images?
No. alternative description should be unique and relevant to each image\u2019s context on the page.<\/p>\n
3. How long should alt text be?
Ideally, under 125 characters. Keep it short, clear, and descriptive.<\/p>\n
4. Does alt text help with SEO?
Yes! Google reads alternative description , so using relevant keywords naturally can improve your website\u2019s search rankings.<\/p>\n
5. What happens if I don\u2019t add alt text?
Screen readers won\u2019t be able to describe the image, making it inaccessible for visually impaired users. Additionally, Google may not properly index your images.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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