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Image alt text can now be translated

Image Alt Text Now Translatable with Shopify API Version 2025-10

Discover the Update: Real-World Impact in Plain English

We’ve all seen those little snippets of text that pop up when you hover over an image. They’re called alt texts, and now with Shopify’s API version 2025-10, these can be translated into multiple languages! Imagine running a global fashion store—your local French or Japanese customers can finally read image descriptions in their own language. This not only broadens your reach but also makes your store more inclusive and customer-friendly.

Let’s talk on Tech side

For developers keen on the technical nitty-gritty, this update exposes image alt text as a TranslatableResourceType. This means that alt text is now open for translation using Shopify’s Translations API. Here’s a simple code example:

{
  "resourceId": "gid://shopify/Image/123456789",
  "locale": "fr",
  "key": "altText",
  "value": "Image de chaussure mode"
}

Using the code above, you can translate alt text for an image of stylish shoes into French. This can be extended to other languages and resources, enabling streamlined international operations. The change allows developers to create more flexible and inclusive applications, making Shopify stores more accessible worldwide.

Business Growth Unleashed: What This Means for Merchants

With image alt text now translatable, Shopify merchants have a new tool in reaching an international audience. This feature significantly boosts SEO by ensuring that search engines recognize your content in various languages. Merchants can expect increased traffic from non-English speaking regions due to enhanced search visibility.

Furthermore, localizing alt text enhances user experience by ensuring that all customers, regardless of their primary language, understand your product visuals. This can lead to higher engagement and conversion rates. In short, translating alt text isn’t just good practice; it’s a step toward genuinely global commerce.

Trident Spark: Your Trusted Shopify Innovation Partner

At Trident Spark, we pride ourselves on being at the cutting edge of Shopify development. Our team is well-versed with the latest API updates and can help you implement these new capabilities seamlessly. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your store’s functionality or finetune your international strategy, we deliver tailored solutions to meet your needs.

Connect with Trident Spark Today!

If you’re intrigued by these updates and want to know how they can revolutionize your Shopify store, get in touch. From custom app development to comprehensive Shopify upgrades, Trident Spark is here to elevate your e-commerce experience. Contact us today!