Add Text to Screenshot Online — Free & Instant
Type directly on your captures with full control over typography, color, and placement — without installing anything.
Why add text to screenshots?
Text turns a raw capture into a story: callouts for support tickets, step numbers for documentation, or witty captions for social posts. EditScreenshot.online keeps typography crisp with vector text objects so exports stay sharp at any resolution.
How it works
- Upload your screenshot — Drag and drop, browse, or paste from the clipboard with Ctrl+V.
- Choose the Text tool — Press T or select Text in the sidebar, then click where you want to type.
- Style and export — Adjust font, size, alignment, shadow, then download PNG or JPG.
Features
- 30+ font families to choose from
- Full color picker with opacity control
- Custom font sizes from 8px to 200px
- Bold, italic, underline styling
- Text shadow effects
- Background color behind text
- Rotate and move text freely on the canvas
Use cases
- Create tutorial screenshots with clear labels
- Add captions to social media screenshots
- Label UI elements for design feedback
- Add names and dates to photos
- Create memes and reaction images
FAQ
Is adding text really free?
Yes. There is no watermark and no account required.
Can I add multiple labels?
You can add as many text objects as you need and arrange them independently.
Will my image be uploaded?
No. Editing runs locally in your browser.
Can I align text precisely?
Use the alignment tools in the properties panel and grid overlay.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, the editor is responsive and touch friendly.
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