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Online GIF Editing

No need to download any additional software. Just open your favorite browser and create an animated GIF from scratch or edit the existing one.

Multiple Options

Change your GIF as you like: trim or split it into parts, overlay stickers or text, resize for various screens or needs.

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GIF captioner

Almost everyone uses GIFs — in online communication, this is the easiest way to show a reaction or emotions regarding something. In many cases, there is text over GIFs, as it can provide context or explain the content so it’s easier for viewers to understand the message. Plus, clever or funny text can enhance the humor or wit of the GIF, making it more entertaining.

For these reasons, making GIFs with text became massively popular. Additionally, adding text to GIFs has become accessible to a broader range of users due to the ease of use of online GIF caption makers, image editing software, and mobile apps.

Are you looking for a GIF captioner as well? Try our online tool! It’s an editor where you can easily add text to a GIF and make other visual changes in a matter of minutes. It’s also compatible with various devices, so you can start editing on your phone too!

How to add text to a GIF image

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Add your GIF

Click "Get started", then upload the GIF you need. You can add it from your device, Google Photos, Google Drive, and Dropbox storage.

Step

Add text

To start editing, first place your assets in the timeline. Shorten the duration if needed so that the project is no longer than 30 seconds. Select any preset from the "Text" tab to add captions to a GIF, then write captions and customize font, color, size, etc. You can crop the GIF and adjust other settings, like speed, color, etc.

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Save your GIF

Click "Export" at the top right and choose the "GIF" option. After the file is processed, you can see the final result. If the GIF looks like you want, click "Download" to save it back to your device or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Can I adjust the speed of a GIF?

Yes! Use the speed control option to adjust your GIF's pace.

What formats are compatible with the Add Text to GIF tool?

The tool works well with GIF files and common video formats like MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM, as well as image files to create customized GIFs.

How can I make a meme GIF using the tool?

Upload your GIF, insert your meme captions, then tweak the font, color, and position as needed and export as GIF.

Is it possible to resize my GIF while adding text?

Of course! The tool gives you full control with cropping and resizing options, letting you change the layout as you edit.

Can I remove frames from a GIF while adding text?

Yes! You can delete unwanted sections by breaking the GIF into parts and removing them before adding your text.

Is it possible to merge multiple GIFs into one?

Yes! You can upload several GIFs, align them sequentially, or overlap them to build a custom animation.

Is it possible to change the look of my GIF?

Yes! You can enhance your GIF by adjusting brightness, contrast, and color settings before or after adding text.

Does the tool work on mobile?

Yes, the tool is designed to work smoothly in mobile browsers, so you can add text to your GIFs right from your phone or tablet.

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