The Automatic Image ALT Attributes plugin for WordPress restores the default functionality for generating ALT attributes for images, which was available prior to version 4.7. This plugin automatically generates ALT text from the image's Title in the Media Library, ensuring that images are more accessible to users and search engines alike. Importantly, it does not utilize Captions for this process, focusing solely on the Title assigned to the image.

By leveraging the main Title of the image, the plugin simplifies the process of ensuring that images have appropriate ALT text, which is crucial for accessibility standards and SEO practices. This free plugin effectively streamlines image management for WordPress users, allowing for a more compliant and user-friendly experience.