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Microsoft Word FAQs

How do I add descriptive text to my images?

To add descriptive text to images in Word 2003, follow the instructions below:

1. Right click on the graphic and choose “Format Picture.”
   
2. In the “Format Picture” box:
1. Click on the “Web” tab
2. In the “Alternative text ” box type a description.
3. Click on the “OK” button
   

Note :  For decorative images without meaningful content, alternative text should have a space, “ “ inserted in the alternative text box. 

1. Open the alternative text box (as above);
2. Hit the space bar once;
3. Then click on “OK”.

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Last Update: 08/13/2008