Inserting an Image

Images can be added to ulearn content areas, discussion board forums, journals, blogs, etc. Adding a short description to your image makes it accessible and able to be read by a screen reader.


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Instructions

  1. Within a text box, select the Add content (plus sign) at the far right of the bottom row.
    The Add Content button is located on the bottom-right of the editing menu.
  2. Click Insert Local Files.
    Insert Local Files is located in the Add Content menu.
  3. Find and select the image you want to upload.
  4. Right click the image and select Image.
    The Image option appears when right-clicking an image.
  5. Add a description, or alt text, to your image in the Alternative description text box.
    Alt text is added in the Alternative Description box.
  6. If your image has large dimensions, you should resize it so it will take up less space in ulearn. If an image is overly large, students may not scroll down to see what is below it. In the boxes underneath alternative description are numbers representing the image's width and height. You can adjust these values as needed. When the padlock is closed, you only need to fill in one box and the other box automatically updates. If you wish to manually adjust the width and height, unlock the padlock.
    Entering the image dimensions.
    Note: 300px is the recommended height for profile images
  7. Alternative Method: Left click directly on an image. A blue border appears. Click and drag one of the four blue boxes until the image reaches the desired size.
    A blue border surrounds the image when clicked on.
  8. Click Save when finished.