In Frank Bramlett’s article “Linguistic Discourse Webcomics”, discusses the affordances of webcomics through a linguistic perspective. Webcomics are very similar to regular print medium comics. However, features like alt-text and hidden comics play an important role in webcomics. The article also covers the framework, analysis, methods, and definition of webcomics.

Webcomics were once claimed as a low art form, however, it is a mainstay of pop art form because several authors were able to communicate to readers about social criticism through editorials and/or political comments. Additionally, webcomics are quoted as an art form on digital display with an infinite amount of space to be creative.

To develop a further understanding of the benefits of webcomics, the alt- text feature allows readers to know if an image has been loaded correctly on the screen and the hidden comic feature requires an additional click for another series of panels to appear. Bramlett expresses his opinion on these features and how this shows that webcomics has its perks over comics on the print medium. Many webcomics manipulate single panel comics by adding in extra/embedded elements. Many political comics are single paneled comics thus adding the element of alt-text and/or hidden comics would strengthen the message the author is trying to present.

In conclusion, I believe that Bramlett makes very clear points on why this study of webcomics on the web shows the evolution of the “language of PC’s”. After researching this feature with my Korean Webcomics called “Webtoons” some webtoons contained these features. The webtoons with these features had high ratings than webtoons that didn’t. With the alt-text and hidden comic features in the webtoons, this helped the audience stay engaged and received higher ratings than other comics. Thus, Bramlett successfully points out that these features enhance the linguistic and visual depth of webcomics.