Don't have to use . at the end of ALT and META descriptions especially if:
- It’s a short, or sentence fragment.
- You want to keep it punchy and search–friendly.
Examples:
- ❌ “Discover vintage computers like the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64.”
- ✅ “Discover vintage computers like the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64”
Why?
Meta descriptions often appear as snippets in search engine results. A period can feel abrupt or unnecessary unless it’s part of a complete, formal sentence.
✅ ALT Text (Image alt attribute):
Not using . unless it’s a full sentence.
Examples:
- ✅ alt="ZX Spectrum main menu with pixel graphics and black background"
- ✅ alt="The ZX Spectrum was released in 1982." (if full sentence, period is OK)
- ❌ alt="ZX Spectrum menu." ← Avoid period on fragments
Why?
Screen readers pause slightly at punctuation. Adding unnecessary periods may create unnatural rhythm or confusion for visually impaired users.
Bonus
Do not use . at the end of a header or title. This applies to: website headings, article/blog titles, slide decks, UX/UI microcopy, technical documents.
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