Allow alt-text for images in channel panels to allow for accessibility for screen readers
Using images in channel panels allows streamers a higher level of design control, but sacrifices readability for visually impaired viewers. Please allow an alt-text feature on these images so the text on them can be accessible.

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KJ_Pothoof commented
Alt text isn't a bonus feature; it's a non-negotiable requirement. It allows screen readers to perceive what is on the images (which is definitely important on Twitch channel panels), and also helps with SEO.
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HyperfocusedBadger commented
Twitch has a history of allowing ableism on the platform and I know a previous Head of Accessibility was pushed out trying to make progress. Don't expect them to do this any time soon. They don't care.
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druidbird_ commented
I would love for this to be implemented! We shouldn't have to decide between accessibility or design.
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MamaTamago commented
please add alt text to panels!! Twitch should be accessible to all viewers
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kristyn_tee commented
This is a no brainer! Already built into every other platform on social media. Twitch needs to make this happen YESTERDAY.
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MurderVeggie commented
How is this not a thing already! Bare minimum, Twitch, make it happen!
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lemmyrose commented
Yes please this is so so important for accessibility!
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Cptn_Sumi commented
This is so important! It would help me make my panels look pretty and still be accessible! We need this!
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soundsnotstr8 commented
Yes please! Its such a great and easy feature to add!
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CamronJK commented
The fact that it is 2022 and this seemingly easy addition has STILL not been addressed is disgraceful.
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PolygonPrincess commented
This needs to be added! Many other platforms have implemented custom alt text to images users upload. This is one of the bigger accessibility pitfalls I find on Twitch and the fact that it hasn't been addressed at all in the 5 years it's been on here is wild!
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ughlycoyote commented
Absolutely; I've been trying to brainstorm ways to compensate for the lack of accessibility on my channel page. My image panels are text only, but I know a lot of people who use creative images to replace their text altogether. Alt-text is essential to guarantee that blind/visually impaired users can still participate.
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ShiggediShex commented
Please add this feature!
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JeffiePlays commented
I don't know how this isn't implemented yet - hopefully soon. Voted & Shared <3
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itsmeAlexVega commented
Appalled at the lack of accessibility options for twitch panels.
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Wombalar commented
Heading into 2022 and this isn't a thing... kinda mad
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GodsGameFreak commented
Yo let's get going on this one, lots of people could use the feature!
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aPastelWitch commented
This has been around since 2017 and still no real work from twitch! We know from Twitter that this feature is a boon and should be easy to add.
Let's upvote and pester Twitch until they get it together!!!
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darkcrab commented
Please add this feature. That's the bare minimum and fairly easy to implement, no?
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nathnolt commented
Excerpt from: https://www.twitch.tv/p/en/legal/accessibility/
"Last modified on 03/30/2020"
"# How do we do this?
Here’s a few things we’re working on right now:
- Reducing accessibility defects
- Including accessibility documentation in our core components
- Inviting streamers with disabilities to provide feedback
- Setting up a resource group for employees with disabilities
- And more!We’re working ******* the Twitch experience and are on our way to our Level A accessibility goal."
I don't think so.
This is a 3 year old issue