Tagging question...

I've heard two schools of thought on alt tagging images. I'd appreciate a
definitive answer, if one exists on this issue.

1st school: Alt tag every image, no matter how insignificant.
2nd school: If the image is a spacer gif or decorate bullet-type element, use ""
(empty quotes).

I was told by a user of screen readers that hearing the description of redundant
elements was annoying, so I'm seeking clarification. Additionally, how does
Bobby or any of the verification applications handle the empty tags?

Thanks to the list for answering these very basic questions.

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Regards,

MELINDA MORRIS-BLACK
Information Architect
Information Networks of Kansas
FON: (785) 296-5143
PCS: (785) 550-7345
FAX: (785) 296-5563
melinda@ink.org

Received on Monday, 5 June 2000 14:25:22 UTC