G196.mp4 May 2026
In web design, complex information is often conveyed through a collection of related images—such as a star rating system, a segmented progress bar, or a multi-part infographic. Providing individual alt-text for every single image in such a group can be redundant and distracting for users of assistive technologies (AT), such as screen readers. Technique offers a streamlined solution by consolidating the description into a single image within the group. 2. Objective
To correctly implement G196 under W3C Standards , the following conditions must be met: g196.mp4
1. Introduction
: All other images in the group must have a null alt attribute ( alt="" ) so they are ignored by assistive technologies. In web design, complex information is often conveyed
: Usually, the first image in the sequence is chosen to carry the alt-text to provide immediate context. 4. Application Example: A Star Rating System : Usually, the first image in the sequence
: Users hear the total value immediately rather than having to mentally sum up individual icons.
In the context of the , G196 is a specific technical document titled "Using a text alternative on one item within a group of images that describes all items in the group."