The AlternativeText property in shapes was introduced in 2000, I can't think
of a direct alternative for 97. Maybe you could include it in the name, eg
"myPic1_Description1"

Regards,
Peter T

"Mishell" wrote in message
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Hi
Is there a property in the Picture Object of Excel 97 equivalent to the
AlternativeText property ? I need to use it as a Tag.

Mishell