Multimodal Text

Mode

Refers to the method of communication being employed. It can be linguistic, visual, auditory, gestural, or spatial.

Multimodal

Refers to using multiple modes or methods to communicate or convey information.

Multimodal Text

It uses two or more ways to communicate, like words, pictures, sounds, or gestures.

Print-based, Digital, Live Performance, Transmedia

Four Main Types of Multimodal Texts

Linguistic, Visual, Auditory, Gestural, Spatial

Multimodal Text Elements

Linguistic Mode

Written or spoken language, such as words, sentences, captions, and dialogue

Visual Mode

Images, colors, typography, symbols, icons, layout, and graphic design features.

Auditory Mode

Sound elements such as music, sound effects, voice tone, volume, and silence. These enhance emotional impact.

Gestural Mode

Movement-related elements like facial expressions, body language, hand gestures, and interaction cues. 

Spatial Mode

The arrangement and organization of text, images, and other elements within a space or on a page.