"Image of code" suggestion

[Shmoopty]

I think there are problems with images of code that are not mentioned in idownvotedbecause.

Here is the currently viewable copy:

One of the first things we do when examining code for errors is to try compiling (if necessary) and running the code to see what happens. We may also copy part of the code to paste into search engines in order to learn about the types or algorithms we are using, and to find other similar questions. When we are provided an image of code, this process becomes much more difficult.

I would suggest:

One of the first things we do when examining code for errors is to try compiling (if necessary) and running the code to see what happens. We may also copy part of the code to paste into search engines in order to learn about the types or algorithms we are using, and to find other similar questions. We may want to search your code. We may want to fix the formatting of your code, or show you a modified version of your code with a solution. We may want to view your code in large print, or an assistive typeface, or with a screen reader. When we are provided an image of code, these processes become much more difficult.

[klutt]

You make a valid point. The only argument I have against is that I'm not sure if it improves enough to make up for the increase in text.

[mikemccaughan]

Feel free to issue a Pull Request making the change. See CONTRIBUTING for more info.