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Add Text to GIF

Captions on animated GIFs.

Put a caption on an animated GIF – font, colour, outline and position.

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Quick answer

Open the Img Stop Add Text to GIF tool, add your animated GIF and type your caption. Choose the font, size, colour and outline, place it at the top, middle or bottom, and download the GIF with the text on every frame.

About the Add Text to GIF

Add text to gif – Add Text to GIF

The Img Stop Add Text to GIF tool puts a caption on an animated GIF. Type your text, choose a font, size and colour, and add an outline so it stays readable on any background – just like a classic meme caption.

Place the text at the top, middle or bottom, and it is drawn on every frame so it stays in place while the GIF plays. It all runs in your browser, with no sign-up, no watermark and no upload.

Key features

  • Your captionType any text you like.
  • Font and sizeChoose the font and how big the text is.
  • Colour and outlinePick a text colour and add an outline for readability.
  • Top, middle or bottomPlace the caption where you want it.
  • On every frameThe text stays in place while the GIF plays.
  • Private and freeRuns in your browser with no upload or watermark.

How to use the Add Text to GIF

  1. Add a GIF Drop or choose an animated GIF.
  2. Type your text Enter the caption.
  3. Style it Choose font, size, colour, outline and position.
  4. Download Save the captioned GIF.

Add Text to GIF at a glance

PriceFree, no watermark
Text optionsFont, size, colour, outline
PositionTop, middle or bottom
FramesText on every frame
AnimationKept
ProcessingIn your browser – GIFs are not uploaded

When to use it

  • Make a meme GIF with a funny caption.
  • Add a label or instruction to a tutorial GIF.
  • Put a greeting on a birthday or holiday GIF.
  • Add a short message to a reaction GIF for chat.

Tips for the best result

  • White text with a black outline is readable on almost any GIF.
  • Keep captions short so they stay large and clear.
  • Use the bottom position so the text does not cover faces.

Frequently asked questions

How do I add text to a GIF?

Add it to the Img Stop Add Text to GIF tool, type your caption, choose the style and position, and download.

Will the GIF still be animated?

Yes. The text is added to every frame and the animation keeps playing.

Can I make a meme-style caption?

Yes. Use bold white text with a black outline at the top or bottom.

Are my GIFs uploaded?

No. The text is added in your browser.

Learn more

  • GIF – how animated GIFs, frames and palettes work

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