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Adding an ALT Attribute to Images in the File Library

The ALT attribute, also known as an ALT tag, allows you to add descriptive text to images. This text helps search engines index your images more effectively, which can improve your website’s SEO (search engine optimization). It also enhances accessibility by enabling screen readers to describe images to visually impaired users or anyone using text-to-speech features.

This article will show you how to add or edit the ALT attribute for images in your File library.

 

 

Steps to Add an ALT Attribute to Images in the File Library

After uploading an image to your file library, you can add an ALT attribute to it. Follow these steps:

  1. From your SHOPLINE admin panel, go to Settings > File library. From the file list, select the image you want to edit.1.1_EN.png

  2. In the file editor, locate the ALT attribute field in the right panel, then add or update the image’s ALT text.

    Note: In the right panel, you can also edit the Image name or add a Caption description.

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  3. Click Change to save your settings. 

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Adding ALT attributes helps improve both SEO and accessibility, ensuring your images are easier to find and more user-friendly.