Adding captions to images in Google Docs helps provide context and improve document readability. Follow these simple steps to add captions to your images.

1. Insert an Image into Google Docs

1. Open your Google Docs document.
2. Place the cursor where you want the image.
3. Go to Insert > Image and choose one of the options:
   • Upload from computer
   • Search the web
   • Drive or other options.

2. Add a Text Box for the Caption

Option 1: Use Drawing Tool

1. Select Insert > Drawing > + New.
2. In the drawing panel, click the Text Box icon.
3. Draw a text box under the image and type your caption.
4. Click Save and Close to insert the drawing into the document.

Option 2: Use a Table

1. Select Insert > Table > 1×2 (one column, two rows).
2. Insert the image into the top cell and type your caption in the bottom cell.
3. Adjust the table’s borders to make it seamless if desired:
   • Right-click the table and choose Table properties.
   • Set Border width to 0 pt.

3. Direct Text Caption (Alternative Method)

1. Insert your image and select it.
2. From the menu that appears, click Wrap Text or Break Text.
3. Place your cursor below or beside the image and type the caption.

4. Style Your Caption

• Font and Size: Highlight the caption and adjust the font size and style to differentiate it from the main text.
• Alignment: Center-align or left-align the caption for a clean layout.
• Italicize: Use italics to give captions a professional look.

Conclusion

Google Docs offers multiple ways to add captions to images, from using the Drawing tool and tables to directly typing captions. Choose the method that best suits your document’s layout.