Adding images
The img element displays an image on a webpage.
Lesson 6 of 24
14 min learning time
Images
The src attribute
The src attribute tells the browser where the image is located.
Alternative text
The alt attribute provides a text alternative that is useful for accessibility and when an image cannot load.
<img
src="images/student.jpg"
alt="Student learning web development"
width="400"
>Practical Exercise
Build it yourself
Add an image to a page and provide meaningful alternative text.
Quick Check
Test your understanding
Which attribute provides alternative text for an image?