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Add Custom Text & Captions to Any Photo

Add professional-looking text overlays to any photo with AI-generated typography.

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Add Custom Text & Captions to Any Photo

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Popular use cases:
  • add text to photo
  • photo text overlay
  • create quote graphic
  • add watermark
  • social media graphics
  • text on image
  • photo captions
  • promotional graphics
Cost
Free No signup required
Time
Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on
Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
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AI-powered photo editing
Scenario Prompt Time
Quote graphic add 'YOUR TEXT' in white letters centered with drop shadow 15s
Watermark add semi-transparent @brand in bottom corner 15s
Promotional add SALE text in bold red at top, retail style 20s

How it works

  1. Upload your photo

    Upload the image containing the text or overlay you want to work with. Readable text and good resolution help the AI with text precision. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB.

    Expect: Simple text additions: 15-25 seconds. Styled typography: may need 2-3 refinements for exact look.

  2. Describe the text and style

    Type exactly what text and how: 'add SPRING SALE in bold pink script letters in the top right corner' or 'add a subtle watermark with my name in the bottom corner.' Include the exact words, font style, color, and position. The AI generates text matching your description.

    Tip: Put your exact text in CAPS or quotes so the AI knows exactly what words to add

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Instagram quote graphic add the text 'ADVENTURE AWAITS' in elegant white serif letters centered on the image with a subtle drop shadow
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    Sale announcement add SALE 50% OFF in bold red letters at the top of the image, attention-grabbing retail style
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    Subtle watermark add a semi-transparent watermark with '@mybrand' in the bottom right corner, subtle and professional
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    Event announcement add 'WEDDING JUNE 2025' in elegant gold script letters at the bottom center, romantic and sophisticated style
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    Motivational quote add 'BELIEVE IN YOURSELF' in modern minimalist black letters on the left side of the image, clean sans-serif font
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    Product label add 'NEW ARRIVAL' as a diagonal banner in the top corner, bright yellow with black text, retail style
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    Date stamp style add the date 'DEC 2024' in orange timestamp style in the bottom right corner, like a vintage photo date stamp
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  3. Generate and review

    Check that the text is readable against the background, positioned correctly, and styled as requested. Verify spelling is correct and the font style matches your vision.

  4. Refine style if needed

    If the text isn't quite right, describe adjustments: 'make the text larger and more bold' or 'change to a more elegant script font.' Fine-tuning gets the exact typography you want.

    Tip: For readability, add 'with a subtle shadow behind the text' when placing on busy backgrounds.
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"Needed to add my brand name to product photos for Instagram. Just described where and how I wanted it - looked like I hired a designer." @SmallBizSarah

See it in action

Scenic mountain sunset landscape
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Same landscape with WANDER MORE text overlay
After

Instagram travel quote

A scenic photo transformed into a shareable social media graphic with an inspirational overlay.

Prompt: add 'WANDER MORE' in bold white capital letters centered on the image with a subtle drop shadow for readability
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Summer product flat-lay with sunglasses and beach towel
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Same products with SUMMER SALE promotional text
After

Product promotion graphic

A product photo turned into a promotional graphic with sale messaging.

Prompt: add 'SUMMER SALE 30% OFF' in bold red and white letters at the top of the image, retail promotional style
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Romantic couple photo in garden setting
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Same photo with elegant save-the-date text overlay
After

Elegant event save-the-date

A photo transformed into a sophisticated announcement with elegant typography.

Prompt: add 'SAVE THE DATE - JUNE 15, 2025' in elegant gold script letters at the bottom center, wedding invitation style
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Detailed Guides by Scenario

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Home & Interior Design

Preview how text would look in a room or space before committing to a purchase or renovation.

Common Scenarios

  • Visualizing text in a living room, bedroom, or office before buying
  • Creating client mockups that show text in their actual space
  • Comparing different placements of text in renovation plans

Best Practices

  • Upload a well-lit, straight-on photo of the room for the most realistic result
  • Specify the size and position — e.g., 'add a large text on the left wall'
  • Match the room's lighting in your prompt: 'warm lighting' for evening shots, 'natural daylight' for window-lit rooms
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Creative & Social Content

Use text to create eye-catching content for social media, digital art, or personal projects.

Common Scenarios

  • Adding text to photos for unique social media posts that stand out in feeds
  • Creating fantasy or composite images that incorporate text for art projects
  • Making holiday or themed content by placing text in seasonal photos

Best Practices

  • Be specific about the style — 'realistic text' vs. 'illustrated text' gives very different results
  • Use reference images when you want the AI to match a particular look
  • For social content, try unusual placements that create a surreal or humorous effect
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Professional & Marketing Use

Incorporate text into marketing materials, presentations, and product catalogs without expensive photo shoots.

Common Scenarios

  • Adding text to product mockups and marketing banners
  • Creating presentation slides that show text in context
  • Building a catalog of variations that feature text in different settings

Best Practices

  • Use high-resolution source images — marketing materials demand sharp details
  • Keep brand guidelines in mind: specify colors and style that match when adding text
  • Generate multiple versions and A/B test which placement performs best in ads

If something looks off

Text is hard to read against busy background

Why: The text color blends with the background elements, reducing contrast and legibility.

Try: add the text with a solid background box behind it, or add a strong drop shadow for contrast
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Tip: Always add 'with drop shadow' or 'with dark/light outline' when placing text on complex backgrounds

Text has spelling mistakes

Why: The AI interpreted or generated the text differently than intended.

Try: Make sure to put your exact text in quotes or CAPS: add 'YOUR EXACT TEXT HERE' in the style...
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Tip: Use quotes around the exact text you want, and check carefully - AI can sometimes misread

Font style isn't what I wanted

Why: The AI interpreted the style description differently or has limited font options.

Try: add the text in a [more specific style - clean sans-serif/elegant script/bold block/handwritten] font
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Tip: Be specific: 'modern sans-serif like Helvetica' or 'elegant script like wedding calligraphy'

AI changed the wrong area or something I didn't want changed

Why: The AI could not determine exactly which area you meant from description alone. This happens with ambiguous requests.

Try: Tap a marker on the specific area you want to change, then regenerate with the same prompt
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Tip: Markers tell the AI 'I mean THIS one specifically.' Use them when description alone is ambiguous.

Text is too small or too large

Why: The AI misjudged the appropriate scale for the text relative to the image.

Try: add the text at [larger/smaller] size, taking up about [percentage] of the image width
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Tip: Give size context: 'large and bold' or 'small and subtle in the corner'

Quick answers

Do I need to mark where the text should go?

No! Just describe the position: 'at the top center,' 'in the bottom right corner,' or 'across the middle.' The AI understands these spatial descriptions. Use markers only when you need very precise positioning or the AI keeps placing text in the wrong spot.

Can I choose specific fonts?

You can describe the font style rather than specific font names: 'elegant script,' 'bold sans-serif,' 'handwritten casual,' or 'classic serif.' The AI generates text matching these style descriptions. For brand-specific fonts, traditional design software offers more precision.

How do I add multiple lines of text?

Include all text in your prompt with line breaks described: 'add HELLO on the first line and WORLD below it in the same style.' The AI handles multi-line layouts when you describe them clearly.

Can I add text in languages other than English?

Yes. Include the exact text in your prompt: 'add BONJOUR in elegant script' or include characters from other languages. The AI can generate text in various languages and scripts, though some may have more limited style options.

Will the text be editable later?

The text becomes part of the image and is not separately editable. If you need to change the text, regenerate with the new wording. For frequently updated text, consider using traditional design tools that keep text as separate layers.

Is EditThisPic's AI text adder really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. For unlimited edits, plans start at $3.99/month.

Can I add text on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

What photo formats does the AI text adder support?

JPG, PNG, WebP, and HEIC. Upload any common photo format and EditThisPic handles the rest.

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