How to Add Captions to Images in Google Docs

Google Docs is a widely used word processor that’s part of the free, web-based Google Workspace Office suite offered by Google within its Google Drive service. Enhancing documents with images can make them more engaging and informative. With Google Docs not only we can edit documents but also we can add features to images such as adding captions to an image.

However, adding relevant captions to these images not only provides context but also makes your content more accessible. Here we’ll see how to add captions to images in Google Docs quickly and easily on desktop as well as Android and iOS.

Step 1: Open the Google Document

When you log in, you’ll see templates and a ‘+’ sign. Click the ‘+’ and pick ‘Blank Document‘ to begin a new one from scratch.

Step 2: Go to Insert Tab and Select Image Option

A fresh blank document will now appear on your screen. Just below where it says “Untitled document,” you’ll find a list of choices. Opt for the “Insert” option to add an image to your document.

Step 3: Select Upload from Computer or Choose Search the Web

Now click on the Image option and then you will see a list of options to insert an image into your document. (Here we’ve chosen an image from the web and then typed the name of the image, selected it, and clicked on the Insert button.)
 

Step 4: Select the Image

Click on the image you want to insert.

Step 5: Right-click on the Image and Select the Cut Option

After the image has been inserted right–click on the image and select the Cut option to cut the image which will also copy the image from the document so that we can reuse the image later. We will use this image later in below mentioned steps.

Step 6: Go to Insert, Click on Drawing and Select New

Navigate to the “Insert” option once more, and this time, select “Drawing.” We’ll begin by inserting the image into the document, and then you can choose how to upload it to add a caption. For now, let’s go with the “New” option to create a blank workspace for inserting the image.

Step 7: Right Click and Paste the Image

Right Click on the Page wherever you want to paste the image and select the option Paste from the list.

Step 8: Select the Text Box from the Tools

Click on the Text Box option to add a caption to your image. The text box option will allow us to insert a caption in it first and then from the Text Box itself we will place the caption in wherever position we want to add it.

Step 9: Draw a Box and Type the Text

Now you need to draw the size of the Text Box with the help of your mouse and place the text box wherever you want to place the caption in your image then click Enter and on the top right click on Save and Close button. You can insert the text box at any position you want according to your requirements.

Step 10: Preview the Caption to the Image

Now the image will be inserted into your document with the caption and the final result will look like this :

Step 11: Click Save and Close

The caption stays with the picture, and you can move it wherever you want. If you want to change the picture, just do the same thing: click “Insert,” then “Drawing,” then “New,” and finally “Edit.”

Step 1: Open the Google Docs

Open the Google Docs in which you want to insert the table and caption it.

Step 2: Go to the Insert Tab and Select the Table (1×2)

Select the “Insert” tab and then Select the Table with “1×2” table width ( that means one column and two rows).

Step 3: Go to Insert Tab, Click on Image, and Select Search the Web

Place your image in the top row by either dragging and dropping it or inserting it. You can add the image by searching for it online or uploading it from your device. In the example below, we’re using a web search to find the image.

Step 4: Search and Select the Image then Click on Insert

Search for the image you want to insert and select that image then click on the “Insert” button at the bottom right corner.

Step 5: Type a Caption

You can type your caption in the next row, you can also adjust the font and size as per your need.

Step 6: Eliminate the Border

To eliminate the table borders, simply right-click on the table and choose “Table properties.” Adjust the table border to “0 pt” and then click “OK.”

Step 7: Preview the Image with Caption

Your picture and caption will be united seamlessly, with no apparent lines between them. If you choose to shift the image, the caption will follow suit.

Follow the below steps to use in-line to caption your image in Google Docs:

Step 1: Insert the Image in your Google Docs

Insert the image in your document. Follow the above methods to learn how to insert the images.

Step 2: Click on the Image

Click on the Image, this will bring up some line options on the left side of the image.

Step 3: Choose Inline Option

Select the left corner option (in line option )

Step 4: Now Type your Caption and Preview Image with Caption

An alternative approach for adding captions to your document’s images involves using a Google Docs add-on. One such add-on, known as Caption Maker, simplifies the process by enabling you to include captions for all your items simultaneously. This method is particularly convenient if you do not require unique text for each individual image.

Step 1: Open your Google Docs Document

Step 2: Go to Extensions, Select Add-ons, and Click on Get Add-ons

Step 3: Search the Add on’s Name in the Search Box

Step 4: Click on Install

Now you need to install the Add-on

Step 5: Add or Insert the Image in the Google Document

Step 6: Go to Extensions, Select Caption Maker and Click on Start
 

Step 7: Add Caption to your Image

Write your caption in the format box.

Note: First you need to click on Show Option to Add caption to your image

Step 8: Customize your Caption and Click on Captionize

You can change the font properties as per your need and click on Captionize after making all the Changes

Step 9: Preview your Captioned Image

Step 1: Launch the Google Docs and Open the Document

Step 2: Click on Insert (+) Icon

You can insert the image from your device or search from the web

Step 3: Select the Image and Click on Insert

Step 4: Place the cursor, Insert the Caption, and Start Typing

You can also Insert a text box in your preferred location and type your caption.

Step 5: Click on the Save (tick) Icon at the topmost corner of the Document

Step 6: Preview the Captioned Image

In summary, adding captions to images in Google Docs not only clarifies your visuals but also the accessibility of your documents. By following the practical steps provided, you can ensure that every image in your document effectively communicates its intended message and contributes to a richer, more engaging user experience.

As Google Docs continues to evolve, mastering these skills will keep your document creation skills sharp and relevant in a digitally-driven world.

How do I add text to an image in Google Docs?

To add text to an image in Google Docs

• Insert the image into a drawing in Google Docs
• Use the Text box tool within the drawing to add text over the image.
• Once done, save and close the drawing to place it into your document.

How do I add captions to images in Google Docs?

To add captions to images in Google Docs, insert your image, click on it, then select “Insert” from the top menu, choose “Drawing,” and click “+ New.” In the drawing dialogue that appears, add a text box below your image for the caption, type your text, and then click “Save and Close” to insert the drawing with the caption back into your document.

Can I add a caption to an image in Google Docs?

Yes, you can add a caption to an image in Google Docs by inserting the image, then adding it inside a drawing with a text box for the caption. Save and close the drawing to place it with the caption in your document.