Adding Alt Text to Images for Accessibility in Webflow

Step 1: Open Your Webflow Project
Begin by logging into your Webflow account and opening the project you want to work on. Go to the specific page with the image where you want to add alt text.

Step 2: Locate the Image Element
In the Designer view, find the image element you want to add alt text to. This could be a static image or a background image within a div block.

Step 3: Select the Image
Click on the image element to select it. This will display the image settings in the right-hand panel.

Step 4: Access the Image Settings
With the image selected, look at the settings panel on the right. Find the "Alt Text" field where you can enter descriptive text.

Step 5: Enter the Alt Text Description
In the "Alt Text" field, type a description that conveys the content and purpose of the image. Keep it simple and direct. For example, if the image is of a dog playing in a park, you might write "A golden retriever playing with a ball in a green park."

Step 6: Review the Alt Text
After entering the alt text, review it to ensure it is concise and relevant. Avoid phrases like "image of" or "picture of," as screen readers will already indicate it is an image.

Step 7: Publish Your Changes
Once satisfied with the alt text, save your work. Click the "Publish" button in the top right corner to make your changes live. This includes the new alt text on your published site.

Step 8: Test for Accessibility
After publishing, test your website for accessibility. Use screen readers or evaluation tools to check if the alt text appears correctly and provides useful information.

Step 9: Repeat for Other Images
Remember to repeat this process for other images on your website. Every image should have descriptive alt text to improve accessibility.

Conclusion
By following these steps, you have successfully added alt text to images in Webflow. This is a crucial practice for ensuring your website is accessible to all users. The goal of alt text is to provide context for those who cannot see the images, so take the time to create thoughtful descriptions. This contributes to a more inclusive web experience.