Embedded Images — Tag Meaning
A canonical tag noting that images appear inside the work: illustrations, photo manips, faux screenshots, or social-media mockups. It serves as both a feature flag and an accessibility heads-up for screen-reader users.
What to Expect From "Embedded Images" Fics
Visual elements integrated into the text, which may carry plot information. Considerate authors include image descriptions.
How to find Embedded Images fics on AO3
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