An extra narration track for video that describes key visual details, such as actions, scene changes, and on-screen text, during pauses in the dialogue, so blind and low-vision viewers can follow what's happening.
Synonyms
- described video
- video description
- descriptive narration
Related terms
- closed captions
- transcript
- screen reader
- alt text
In plain words
- a voice that describes what's happening on screen for blind viewers
- narration of the visuals in a video
Usage example
The film's audio description explained, between lines of dialogue, that the character was quietly slipping the letter into her pocket.
Don't confuse with…
- closed captionsClosed captions put spoken words on screen for people who can't hear; audio description adds spoken narration of the visuals for people who can't see.
Categories
- Accessibility