How to add text to a photo

Adding text to a photo turns it into a caption post, a quote card, a meme, a price tag, or an event flyer. In Emaki Studio you drop your photo on the canvas, lay text over it, and export - all in your browser with nothing uploaded. Here is how.

1. 1. Open the editor and add your photo Drop your image onto the canvas, where it is cover-fitted to fill the frame. It is processed on your device - nothing is uploaded.
2. 2. Add a text layer Use the Text tool to type your words - a caption, a quote, a heading or a tag - then drag the text anywhere over the photo.
3. 3. Style it to read clearly Pick a font, size and colour, then add a drop shadow or a semi-transparent panel behind the text so it stays legible even over a busy photo. Strong colour contrast is what keeps it readable.
4. 4. Position and align it Drag the text into place; snapping and alignment guides keep it tidy. If you are making a carousel, repeat the same placement across slides so the set looks like one piece.
5. 5. Export the image Download the finished picture with the text baked in, ready to post. The whole render happens locally in your browser.

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How do I add text to a photo without installing an app?

Use Emaki Studio in your browser - there is nothing to install and no account. Add your photo, add a text layer, style it, and export.

How do I make text readable over a busy photo?

Add a drop shadow to the text, or place a semi-transparent shape behind it as a backing panel. High contrast between the text colour and the photo underneath does most of the work.

Can I add the same caption to several photos?

Yes. In the carousel editor you can reuse the same text and placement across slides, so a set stays consistent from frame to frame.