Actually this Alt text is a magic. I got stuck weeks ago after getting 1200 followers. Two days back seen the video of you. Get 30 followers so fast with posting anything. Just given Alt text to some previous posts just to check is that working or not. Of course yes. It's working. Thank you Madam for this awesome SEO technic. Actually i have seen this Alt text feature before but know that and not tried before. Thank you madam. 🙏 I just subscribed your channel. 😍👍
Love this. I am officially following you! My question is, if i add alt text to my old posts, how does that effect the optimization in terms of chronological order and chances it will show up on someone's feed/search?
Yay! So happy you found my channel and you're loving my content :) Okay, so alt tags aren't hashtags. Hashtags are used by people to find stuff they're interested in. Alt tags are used by computers (google, IG etc) to allow your content to rank in search. Therefore you can go back and add alt text to your old images, no problemo. Won't change a thing within the app, it'll just mean you have the potential to see benefits of SEO on search engines.
Hello thank you so much for sharing this video!!! I have a question if it's about artwork print, should i put it like an illustration where~ or just describe an image itself?
Hi Kate, this is something I’ve been wanting to show people, as I find interacting on Instagram difficult since I am totally blind. Plus a lot of people are posting images like flyers that contain text on social media without description, locking people like myself out of the discussion. Some countries and jurisdictions this could have legal complications as there are accessibility legislation. This is something I could train people with.
Thanks for sharing your story David. I'm so happy to hear you've found this useful and hopefully you can share it with some people to spread the message. I think it's so important to make our social platforms as inclusive as possible.
Kate Emiley i’ve just followed your Instagram now. I’m doing a health and wellness program however I’ve struggled for the past two years because most of the content is very visual, and when it comes to crafting our posts I am finding it difficult to speak to a visual audience.
How can i add multiple captions to multiple photos instagram post ? is this possible using the alt text? And would it appear as a caption?? Thanks in advance
Not sure I fully understand your question... are you asking whether you can add different alt text for a carousel of images? No, the alt text is for the post in it's entirety.
That's great to hear! My advice would be just create great content and engage with others in a NORMAL way (not a spammy way!) But I found this article that might be useful yrcharisma.com/2019/07/01/remove-instagram-action-block/
I've watched the part where you click 3 dots and click edit several times but cannot for the life of me see what you did when you "say" click alt text" as that option is nowhere to be found.. help please? tia
You are so wonderful, I just subscribed!!! btw I have some questions, will the alt texts shows up when other people view my feed?? like is it visible to my followers? or is it just visible to computers and the visually impaired only??
Awww you're the best! Thanks for your support :) Only Google/Insta will be able to read the alt text as well as anyone that has set up their account for visually impaired :)
Basically alt text is for Instagram to use to determine what your image is about. Because this is a best practice, it means IG is more likely to show your content over someone else's. Hashtags aren't appropriate, you'll need to write what's actually in the image like I show in the video :) Hope that helps!
Can I use this feature if I use Later or Facebook Creator Studio to set up and auto publish my posts? I can not find the option within those scheduling tools?
Hi Mary. Great question! I don't believe you can. The best thing to do would be to schedule your posts using your chosen tool then go back and add the alt text later.
You're succint and concise. That voice sells... its so intruiging. Anyway great content, great explanation and visuals. Please continue uploading this type of content. I'm subscribing bc you deserve it.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I've been searching for a way to get more views on my instagram account and then my blog that I'm hoping to monetize in the future. I need to create a good following first and this is super helpful!
Great video Kate, thank you! I noticed the alt text option the other day & questioned it in a FB group, someone led me here :) I'm curious though, should we use hashtags in the alt text as well?
Oh fabulous! I'm so glad you found me. Nah you don't need to use hashtags because the purpose of hashtags is for other PEOPLE to find you. Alt text is just for SEO reasons meaning it's just for Instagram and Google. But in saying that, make sure you use keywords in your alt text that you want to be searched for.
Hi Kate, thanks a lot for the insights, I can´t wait to try this feature out for myself! I have two questions: if one of the premises of a successful ig account is having a consistent content, there is a chance that the alt text´s key words will get a bit repetitive over time, does that affect me in a negative way? Secondly, if I add multiple pics in one post, does google´s algorithm evaluate if the alt text matches all of the pictures?
Ooo great questions! Yes it might seem a bit repetitive, however there will be things in the image that are different so just make sure you highlight these as a priority. Re the carousel thing, I doubt IG will be able to differentiate where the alt text should be placed so I'd come up with a more generic approach to these sorts of posts. Hope that helps :)
@@KateEmiley do you need to have a specific amount of followers for this? I don't have this feature or maybe this is for an upgrade that will come later for Android users?
@@greekmamalife hmm how odd. According to this article it says it's available on Android help.instagram.com/503708446705527 Maybe try updating your app?
You are missing the point of your using the alt text to put in a bunch of keywords that are COMPLETELY unhelpful for blind and low vision users. The way you're suggesting we add alt tags defeats the actual purpose of alt text and annoys the crap out of blind and visually impaired users. please don't do this we don't appreciate it, that is our space that is where you tell us what is in the image, you tell us on that picture was sunset what it feels like to put your feet in the sand or how the air feels on that day or how warm the water is. you do not add keywords. keywords do not help the blind user at all and in fact they confuse them and annoy the crap out of them like I said before.
Totally understand Mandy. I was explaining how you can use alt text from a search perspective inside of Instagram. This doesn't work so well any more but it was something that experts recommended at the time.
@@KateEmiley ok, thanks for responding. Since this video is no longer relevant, why not take it down? it really is extremely damaging to blind and visually impaired folks.
OMG I can't believe you would expose this I AM CRYING AND SHAKING RN
hahaha
Thanks for specifying that ALT TEXT is not the same as caption! That's a big insight.
Oh great! I'm so happy you got something out of this one :)
I never heard about alt text before this video. Thank you so much.
Most people haven't! I just found out about it recently.
WHAT?! I had no idea about the advance settings and alt text! Thank you for sharing these tips!!
Yep it was a sneaky one that just popped up :P
Something very important is remembering that ALT TEXT IS NOT THE SAME AS A CAPTION SO IT NEEDS TO BE SPECIFIC. Thanks for mentioning that
Nailed it!
Can hashtags be written in alt text with the same effect as hashtags in your Caption?
Don't use hashtags in alt text :)
Actually this Alt text is a magic. I got stuck weeks ago after getting 1200 followers. Two days back seen the video of you. Get 30 followers so fast with posting anything. Just given Alt text to some previous posts just to check is that working or not. Of course yes. It's working. Thank you Madam for this awesome SEO technic. Actually i have seen this Alt text feature before but know that and not tried before. Thank you madam. 🙏 I just subscribed your channel. 😍👍
Woohoo! Great result :)
Where does the text show?
it doesn't show on the standard app... it shows when a screen reader reads the text ;)
@@KateEmiley ohhhh tysm!
I did not even know that this was a thing. Thank you so much for exposing this!
Love this. I am officially following you! My question is, if i add alt text to my old posts, how does that effect the optimization in terms of chronological order and chances it will show up on someone's feed/search?
Yay! So happy you found my channel and you're loving my content :) Okay, so alt tags aren't hashtags. Hashtags are used by people to find stuff they're interested in. Alt tags are used by computers (google, IG etc) to allow your content to rank in search. Therefore you can go back and add alt text to your old images, no problemo. Won't change a thing within the app, it'll just mean you have the potential to see benefits of SEO on search engines.
@@KateEmiley aw you are so lovely. Thanks so much for replying to me! I hope you keep making UA-cam videos. Not many women are doing what you do ♥️
Do business accounts have the option to add this?
I had no idea... Just stared to implement this. Thank you
Neither did I! It just kind of popped up late last year and it wasn't until last week that I even noticed.
Am I missing something? or it will not work with video post ?
Thank you your video
No it doesn't work with video. At the time of creating this I don't know if video was even a thing on Instagram :P
@@KateEmiley You are awesome Thanks
So do they help to get likes and these tags aren't visible to others so how do they describe pics if no nodody can see them
it can help to get likes if Instagram gives your post greater reach. alt tags are designed for blind and visually impared people.
@@KateEmiley you mean literally blind ???
@@62manishjangid91 yes??
@@KateEmiley tnxx for helping out and sorry for disturbing.
Can I know you'r insta id
Hello thank you so much for sharing this video!!! I have a question if it's about artwork print, should i put it like an illustration where~ or just describe an image itself?
Hey Hannah. Both :) Explain what the image is and saying "illustration" is a description of it.
@@KateEmiley thank you :)
مرسی از ویدئوی مفیدتون.
How do I check the alt-text that I added to an Instagram post? I want to know that the text has / has not been truncated by Instagram
Hmmm... there's no way to check this other than going through the process I share.
Been avoiding Alt Text for years. Now, knowing the important of ALT TEXT from you, thanks 'lot! 💖😇🇵🇭
You're welcome 😊
Hi Kate, this is something I’ve been wanting to show people, as I find interacting on Instagram difficult since I am totally blind. Plus a lot of people are posting images like flyers that contain text on social media without description, locking people like myself out of the discussion. Some countries and jurisdictions this could have legal complications as there are accessibility legislation. This is something I could train people with.
Thanks for sharing your story David. I'm so happy to hear you've found this useful and hopefully you can share it with some people to spread the message. I think it's so important to make our social platforms as inclusive as possible.
Kate Emiley i’ve just followed your Instagram now. I’m doing a health and wellness program however I’ve struggled for the past two years because most of the content is very visual, and when it comes to crafting our posts I am finding it difficult to speak to a visual audience.
This is very helpful Kate. Thank you so much
You're so welcome!
I've tried put on some alt text on my multiphoto in one post, but why my friends can't see wht im writing on ?
Alt text isn't supposed to be seen by anyone except IG and anyone that requires it read (ie blind people)
This is great and so helpful! I have never used this feature before, but this is a great idea!!
Yay! Great to hear you learnt something new :)
How can i add multiple captions to multiple photos instagram post ? is this possible using the alt text? And would it appear as a caption??
Thanks in advance
Not sure I fully understand your question... are you asking whether you can add different alt text for a carousel of images? No, the alt text is for the post in it's entirety.
@@KateEmiley I meant, how can i post a multiple photos post, each with separate caption?
I just like the way you talk and you’re voice that’s why I complete the video
Haha thanks :)
I was wondering about these alt tag things haha. This was informative, thank you!
Woo! Glad to hear you found it useful :)
This is amazing!
Thank you for sharing. Are alt tags instead of or as well as hashtags?
As well as. Hashtags work for people and alt tags work for the search algorithm :)
Excellent Video! Just Subscribed!
Thanks so much for watching and subscribing :)
i feel like alt text has helped slightly.. thanks for the video! any tips on removing action blocks?
That's great to hear! My advice would be just create great content and engage with others in a NORMAL way (not a spammy way!) But I found this article that might be useful yrcharisma.com/2019/07/01/remove-instagram-action-block/
Wow, your information is incredible but I'm not the first watch this video, but at least I watched this video so thank you...
Aww thanks so much for your message :) Hope you continue to get value from my videos!
I've watched the part where you click 3 dots and click edit several times but cannot for the life of me see what you did when you "say" click alt text" as that option is nowhere to be found.. help please? tia
You are so wonderful, I just subscribed!!! btw I have some questions, will the alt texts shows up when other people view my feed?? like is it visible to my followers? or is it just visible to computers and the visually impaired only??
Awww you're the best! Thanks for your support :) Only Google/Insta will be able to read the alt text as well as anyone that has set up their account for visually impaired :)
Can you please do a video on what to do when you see your photos stolen? From Instagram to some Facebook pages?
tanks a lot for such a wonderful explanation :)
My pleasure 🥰
Does it work if I wanted to add alt text to new and old videos on my IG or is it just for photos only?
Thanks for creating this one. Helped me a lot :)
That's awesome to hear!
one year later, and still, I didn't hear this info before! thank you so much
Glad I could help!
Awesome! Thanks for the hack! We’ll give it a try!
Would love to hear what your results are like :)
This is really fascinating - I'm excited to see if it helps! Thanks :)
Yeah it'll be interesting how much it does for your reach. But for the extra 30s I reckon it's worth the effort.
Kate Emiley agreed!!
Dose these alg text help to get more like after I post em on Instagram and can we add hashtags on Alt text
Basically alt text is for Instagram to use to determine what your image is about. Because this is a best practice, it means IG is more likely to show your content over someone else's. Hashtags aren't appropriate, you'll need to write what's actually in the image like I show in the video :) Hope that helps!
Can I use this feature if I use Later or Facebook Creator Studio to set up and auto publish my posts? I can not find the option within those scheduling tools?
Hi Mary. Great question! I don't believe you can. The best thing to do would be to schedule your posts using your chosen tool then go back and add the alt text later.
You're succint and concise. That voice sells... its so intruiging. Anyway great content, great explanation and visuals. Please continue uploading this type of content. I'm subscribing bc you deserve it.
Aww thanks so much for your support! Really appreciate it :) was there any other videos you'd like me to create?
@@KateEmiley 😊. Yes and I will let you know as soon as I finish editing.
@@friendfrombackintheday fabulous :)
Great video, will be doing this from now on. Also you have a new subscriber.
Aww yay! Thanks so much for your support girl! It's a super easy tactic and you never know it could add a big difference!
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I've been searching for a way to get more views on my instagram account and then my blog that I'm hoping to monetize in the future. I need to create a good following first and this is super helpful!
You're so welcome!
Great video Kate, thank you! I noticed the alt text option the other day & questioned it in a FB group, someone led me here :) I'm curious though, should we use hashtags in the alt text as well?
Oh fabulous! I'm so glad you found me. Nah you don't need to use hashtags because the purpose of hashtags is for other PEOPLE to find you. Alt text is just for SEO reasons meaning it's just for Instagram and Google. But in saying that, make sure you use keywords in your alt text that you want to be searched for.
I need to start implementing this!
I know... I keep adding more things for you to implement :P are you finding they help with your engagement though?
Kate Emiley Yes!!
@@LexFerrante Oh awesome girl!!
I write in the alt text but the alt text keeps on disapearing
Cool hack! I will try this!
Fabulous!
👍 thanks 😘😘
my pleasure :)
When I go to edit an old video, I don’t have the alt text button. Do you know why this is ?
You can only add alt text to images ;)
I am still confused
Should we add alt text on what based?
1) #we used in post or
2) as same as description
what the image is about. Alt text is for the visually impaired :)
So it's a hidden hashtag?
Not really. They just sit in the comments rather than in the caption ;)
Really great video Kate!! thanks for sharing, love this tip!
Thanks so much for watching :)
Helpful!
Thanks mam ♥️
:)
Did they remove it ? or does it simply not work on IOS ? ...
It definitely works in IOS. Maybe double check you've got the most updated version of the app.
Can you please tell me how to turn it off. I don't know how I turned it on... Now I cant off it
You can’t. Just don’t fill in the alt text.
Love your energy
Thanks so much!
Hi Kate, thanks a lot for the insights, I can´t wait to try this feature out for myself! I have two questions: if one of the premises of a successful ig account is having a consistent content, there is a chance that the alt text´s key words will get a bit repetitive over time, does that affect me in a negative way?
Secondly, if I add multiple pics in one post, does google´s algorithm evaluate if the alt text matches all of the pictures?
Ooo great questions! Yes it might seem a bit repetitive, however there will be things in the image that are different so just make sure you highlight these as a priority. Re the carousel thing, I doubt IG will be able to differentiate where the alt text should be placed so I'd come up with a more generic approach to these sorts of posts. Hope that helps :)
Super super useful! Thank you for sharing!
It's such a new little hack not many people are talking about so I had to share!
@@KateEmiley do you need to have a specific amount of followers for this? I don't have this feature or maybe this is for an upgrade that will come later for Android users?
@@greekmamalife hmm how odd. According to this article it says it's available on Android help.instagram.com/503708446705527 Maybe try updating your app?
Very helpful! thanks a lot :)
Yay! Thanks for watching :)
Great! I just noticed that it was possible to add alt tags today.
I know! I only figured it out last week :P
Can anyone help me out? I still don't understand how the alt text helps the visually impaired people.
It allows screen readers to describe what the image is to blind or visually impaired people :) Hope that helps!
Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️
No problem 😊
O sea el título del vídeo en español y el vídeo en inglés pues qué bien
thanks for the hack
Not a problem :) Thanks for your support
so nobody can see what u wrote?
correct :)
Nuevo suscriptor latino muchas gracias por tu gran ayuda Kate
Excelent congratulation
Wait, youtube has "gift" to the creator?? I just realized when I wanna like this video😅
Good information ...
Thanks
I am falling in love with those shining teeth!
Youu soo precious ❤️🥀
Thanks for teaching us Hacking lol ✌
🤐
YOUR VOICE TONE! IT'S AMAZING, KINDA SEXY IN OTHER WORDS😂 😍 THANKS FOR THE INFO.
lol thanks :)
Wow... You're so beautiful
Good content, but your excess smiling is becoming creepy at some point. Just a friendly warning.
lol
You are missing the point of your using the alt text to put in a bunch of keywords that are COMPLETELY unhelpful for blind and low vision users. The way you're suggesting we add alt tags defeats the actual purpose of alt text and annoys the crap out of blind and visually impaired users. please don't do this we don't appreciate it, that is our space that is where you tell us what is in the image, you tell us on that picture was sunset what it feels like to put your feet in the sand or how the air feels on that day or how warm the water is. you do not add keywords. keywords do not help the blind user at all and in fact they confuse them and annoy the crap out of them like I said before.
Totally understand Mandy. I was explaining how you can use alt text from a search perspective inside of Instagram. This doesn't work so well any more but it was something that experts recommended at the time.
@@KateEmiley ok, thanks for responding. Since this video is no longer relevant, why not take it down? it really is extremely damaging to blind and visually impaired folks.
Fake reviews
Such a long video for so little information
Talk normal
I'll try harder next time!
Shutup it’s called an accent 💀👋🏾