How To Add Text To A Picture On iPhone

Adding text to pictures on your iPhone can enhance your images for sharing on social media, creating memes, or adding captions. Here’s how you can do it easily.

1. Using the Photos App

Step 1: Open the Photos App

  • Launch the Photos app on your iPhone.

Step 2: Select Your Photo

  • Browse your library and tap on the photo you want to edit.

Step 3: Tap Edit

  • Tap the Edit button in the upper right corner of the screen.

Step 4: Access Markup

  • In the editing options, tap the ellipsis (three dots) icon in the top right corner.
  • Select Markup from the dropdown menu.

Step 5: Add Text

  • Tap the plus (+) icon at the bottom right corner.
  • Choose Text from the options that appear.

Step 6: Type Your Text

  • A text box will appear on your photo. Tap on it to enter your desired text.
  • You can adjust the text box’s size by dragging the corners.

Step 7: Customize Your Text

  • Tap on the text box to reveal options for font, size, and color.
  • Use the text style options to change the font and adjust the color by tapping the color wheel.

Step 8: Move and Resize the Text

  • Drag the text to your desired position on the photo.
  • Use two fingers to pinch and zoom to resize the text box if necessary.

Step 9: Save Your Edits

  • Tap Done in the top left corner to save your changes.

2. Using Third-Party Apps

If you want more advanced features, you can use third-party apps like Canva or Over.

Using Canva

  1. Download Canva: Install the Canva app from the App Store.
  2. Create a Design: Open the app and tap on the “+” to create a new design. Choose Custom Size or select a template.
  3. Upload Your Photo: Tap on Photos and select the picture you want to add text to.
  4. Add Text: Tap on the Text option, choose a style, and enter your text.
  5. Customize: Adjust the font, size, color, and position of the text.
  6. Save Your Image: Tap Download to save the edited image to your device.

Using Over

  1. Download Over: Install the Over app from the App Store.
  2. Start a New Project: Open the app and select the “+” to create a new project.
  3. Import Your Image: Choose your photo from the library.
  4. Add Text: Tap the Text option to add a text box, and type your message.
  5. Edit the Text: Customize the text with different fonts, colors, and effects.
  6. Save Your Work: Once satisfied, tap the export button to save your image.

3. Using Online Tools

If you prefer not to install apps, you can also use online tools:

  1. Open Safari: Launch the Safari browser on your iPhone.
  2. Search for Online Text Editors: Look for “add text to photo online.”
  3. Upload Your Photo: Follow the website’s instructions to upload your image.
  4. Add Text: Use the text tool to place and customize your text.

Download the Edited Image: Once done, download the edited photo to your device.