Shiuli: Alt Text Generator
Accessible Image Captions
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Effortlessly generate descriptive alt text for your images. This tool uses AI to create clear captions, making your visual content accessible to everyone. Edit suggestions to match your style and easily copy them for use across social media, blogs, and more.
What's New in Shiuli
2
September 14, 2026
Introducing Shiuli 2 Shiuli 2 includes the following major updates: 1. Support for Local Models for generating alt text on the latest iOS versions. 2. Ability to set the length of descriptions 3. Easy insertion of alt-text using a new keyboard extension 4. Ability to look back at history of recently generated alt-text images.
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What is Shiuli?
Shiuli is an AI-powered tool designed to generate descriptive alt text for your images, making them accessible to users with visual impairments and improving overall content discoverability.
How does Shiuli work?
You select a photo, and Shiuli uses AI to generate a descriptive alt text. You can then edit this suggestion to perfectly match your needs before copying it for use on various platforms.
Can I use Shiuli without opening the app?
Yes, Shiuli offers integration with Shortcuts and an Action Extension, allowing you to generate image descriptions directly from other apps or your device's shortcut menu.
What platforms can I use Shiuli's alt text on?
The generated alt text can be used on platforms like Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Threads, BlueSky, Mastodon, your personal blog, portfolio, or any Content Management System (CMS).
Is Shiuli free to use?
No, Shiuli is a paid application. It is available for a one-time purchase price of $9.99.
What devices does Shiuli support?
Shiuli is available for iPhone and iPad, and is also compatible with Apple Vision Pro (realityDevice).
How often is Shiuli updated?
The latest version of Shiuli was released on February 25, 2026, indicating active development and regular updates from the developer.
Does Shiuli have ads?
No, Shiuli does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.
