How to Put Text on Pictures
Examine the image., Determine the best method.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Examine the image.
Before you put text on an image, you should determine if the image is suitable for adding text.
If the image is busy, your text will need to stand out from the background.
Text does not read well when transitioning from a dark to light background (or vice versa) unless your text is outlined. , There are several ways that you can add text to your images, based on your needs and what you have available.
If you want to quickly add some text to an image for free and don't need extra options, you can use Paint in Windows or Preview in OS X.
If you're trying to create a meme to post online, there are a variety of meme generators online that you can use which will automatically apply the standard meme styles.
Click here for detailed instructions on using one.
If you want more control over the text and how it looks, image editing programs such as Photoshop or the free program GIMP allow for advanced text and image editing.
If you want to add text to an image on your mobile device, there are apps that can handle it.
If you're creating a document, your Word processor can perform basic text-over-image functions. -
Step 2: Determine the best method.
Detailed Guide
Before you put text on an image, you should determine if the image is suitable for adding text.
If the image is busy, your text will need to stand out from the background.
Text does not read well when transitioning from a dark to light background (or vice versa) unless your text is outlined. , There are several ways that you can add text to your images, based on your needs and what you have available.
If you want to quickly add some text to an image for free and don't need extra options, you can use Paint in Windows or Preview in OS X.
If you're trying to create a meme to post online, there are a variety of meme generators online that you can use which will automatically apply the standard meme styles.
Click here for detailed instructions on using one.
If you want more control over the text and how it looks, image editing programs such as Photoshop or the free program GIMP allow for advanced text and image editing.
If you want to add text to an image on your mobile device, there are apps that can handle it.
If you're creating a document, your Word processor can perform basic text-over-image functions.
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