Let's talk about sprucing up your website with a little SEO magic – specifically, adding alt text to your images. Whether you're working on WIX Pages or writing a brilliant blog piece, this simple yet effective strategy can make a huge impact on your SEO. Alt text, short for alternative text, is like giving your images a voice. Alt text helps search engines understand your images while also making your content more accessible to people using screen readers. This quick and easy guide will show you how to add Alt Text to images in WIX pages and WIX blogs!
How to Add Alt Text to Images in WIX Pages and WIX Blogs:
For WIX Pages:
Select the Image
Click on the gear icon
Add your Alt Text under the "What's in the image" box
For WIX Blogs:
Access your blog
Select the image
Click on the gear icon (Settings)
Add your Alt Text under Alt text
Frequently Asked Questions on Adding Alt Text to Images in WIX Pages and WIX Blogs
What is alt text and why is it important for images on WIX?
Alt text (short for alternative text) is a brief description of an image. Adding alt text is crucial for a few reasons. It is important for SEO as it provides context to search engines about the image content, potentially improving your site's rankings. It is also highly crucial for accessibility, as screen readers use it to describe images to visually impaired users. Furthermore, if an image fails to load due to slow internet connections or other technical problems, the alt text will display in its place, ensuring visitors still get the intended information.
Does WIX automatically generate alt text for images?
No, WIX doesn't automatically generate alt text. It's best to manually add descriptive alt text to ensure accuracy and relevance to your content.
What's the ideal length for alt text on WIX images?
Aim for alt text that's concise yet descriptive, typically between 5-15 words or 100-125 characters. Avoid keyword stuffing and focus on accurately describing the image content.
Can I use the same alt text for similar images on my WIX site?
While it's tempting to use the same alt text for similar images, it's best to make each description unique and specific to the individual image content. This provides better context and improves both accessibility and SEO.
Can I bulk edit alt text for multiple images on WIX?
Currently, WIX doesn't offer a bulk editing feature for alt text. You'll need to add or edit alt text for each image individually.
How can I check if my WIX images have alt text?
You can check for alt text in your WIX images by:
Using WIX site editors and look for the Alt Text field in the image settings panel
Hovering over images (alt text may appear in some browsers)
Using browser developer tools ("Inspect" or "Inspect Element") to inspect the image HTML ('alt' attribute in the image tag)
Using an SEO audit tool that checks for missing alt text
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