NosillaCast Apple Podcast
NC #971 Alt Text with Be My AI, Find Any File, OCR PDFs with Keyboard Maestro
Dec 18, 2023
Guests include Be My AI, discussing creating photo captions and alt text; Find Any File, discussing the software's search capabilities; and Christian from Germany, sharing insights and tips about using OCR PDFs. Topics covered include using the Be My Eyes app to add alt text to images, using BMI AI to generate alt text, exploring Find Any File's features and search options, and converting a shell script into a Keyboard Maestro macro.
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Quick takeaways
- Adding alt text to images is crucial for inclusivity and accessibility, allowing visually impaired individuals to engage with images using screen readers.
- Be My Eyes is an AI-powered app that generates detailed descriptions for images, making it easier for visually impaired individuals to access image content and integrate with social media platforms like Mastodon.
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Adding alt text to images for inclusivity
The podcast episode discusses the importance of adding alternative text, also known as alt text, to images when posting on social media. Alt text provides visually impaired individuals the opportunity to engage with images using screen readers. The speaker highlights the significance of inclusivity, where developers are making it easier to add alt text to images. Additionally, the podcast mentions the app 'Be My Eyes,' which utilizes AI to generate detailed descriptions for images and guides listeners on how to use it.
