How to add descriptive text to images or objects

Add alt text to images

1. Right-click an image.
2. Select Format Picture > Layout & Properties.
3. Select Alt Text and Type a description.

Add alt text to SmartArt graphics

1. Right-click a SmartArt graphic.
2. Select Format Object > Shape Options > Layout & Properties.
3. Select Alt Text and type a description.

Add alt text to shapes (including shapes within a SmartArt graphic)

1. Right-click a shape, and then select Format Shape.
2. In the right pane, select Layout & Properties.
3. Select Alt Text and type a description.

Add alt text to charts

1. Right-click a chart.
2. Select Format Chart Area > Chart Options > Layout & Properties.
3. Select Alt Text and type a description.