What Is a Teletext?

Teletext, or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blanking interval area at the top and bottom of the screen.

Does teletext still exist?

A number of broadcast authorities have ceased the transmission of Teletext services. International broadcasters: A live teletext is no longer available on CNN International. Although many pages are still available, they have not been updated since 31 October 2006.

What is teletext in English?

: a system for broadcasting text over an unused portion of a television signal and displaying it on a decoder-equipped television set — compare videotex.