Main/Sliding Scale/Of Image Pertinence/Sandbox

If you're unsure about whether a page pic falls under Just a Face And A Caption (JAFAAC) or not, check it against these exemplars.

True JAFAAC


The True JAFAAC:


 * Conveys zero visual information about the trope.
 * Depicts an example of the trope, but with no visual context.
 * If it has a caption, the caption pulls all of the weight of demonstrating the trope.
 * A Speech Balloon or other form of text-in-the-image won't save you here--if there's nothing in the visuals, it's JAFAAC.
 * Basically, it's the same as if you took an example from the examples list and slapped it at the top of the page along with the first Google Image Search result for it.
 * If you come across this type of pic, you should definitely start an IP thread to replace it.

Pretty Much JAFAAC


The Pretty Much JAFAAC:


 * Conveys some visual information about the trope, but the information it provides is irrelevant or unhelpful for understanding the trope.
 * Technically, it does help show something about the trope; however, its actual value for illustrating what the trope is is severely limited.
 * Even though it shows part of the trope, it's still pretty much the same as the True JAFAAC.
 * Like the True JAFAAC, if you come across this type of image, it's best to start an IP thread for replacing it.

Not Actually JAFAAC


The Not Actually JAFAAC:


 * Contains visual elements that explain the trope, but they may be subtle.
 * It's easily mistaken for JAFAAC by careless All The Tropes:Image Pickin posters, but it isn't -- there are visual cues that help it to illustrate the trope to some extent.
 * As an example, the image of Darth Vader on the Lawful Evil page might seem like a Pretty Much JAFAAC until you notice the Storm Troopers standing at attention in the background. It's an I Can't Believe It's Not JAFAAC.
 * The caption may give it a push by clearing up ambiguity, helping to set the tone, etc.
 * When the image and the caption work as a team, such as in the image for My Greatest Failure, this is frequently the result.
 * Often, Your Mileage May Vary on its effectiveness, but an image in this category has enough visual information to tug it out of Just a Face And A Caption range, often resulting in KUBIS instead.
 * While it's fine to start an IP thread to replace these images, it's best to have a clear example to suggest for a replacement.