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Alt Attribute

An alt attribute is used to specify alternative text. It is used to replace an image. That means that it serves the same function as the image. Users of screen-readers, language translation applications or some hand-held devices cannot directly access pictures and other graphics. Similarly, some users choose to turn picture loading off- especially those with slower dial-in connections. These users rely on alt attributes.