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What if my image includes a quote or text — do I write that out?

Updated over 4 months ago

Yes — if your image contains meaningful text that isn’t written anywhere else, you should include that text in the alt text field so screen reader users can access it.

✅ For example:

  • If your image says: “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step”

    → Alt text: Quote: The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

However, if the same text is already written nearby in your chapter or in a caption, you don’t need to repeat it in the alt text — that would be redundant for screen reader users.

If you have any more questions about adding or writing effective alt text, we recommend checking out these helpful tutorials:

These guides provide detailed instructions and best practices to help you make your books as accessible as possible. If you need further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here to help!

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