Quick answer
Before Caption, back up the original, confirm format/size/quality requirements and close programs that lock the file. The caption carries the joke; write one line that works on its own, then pick the image.
Why it matters
Poor preparation leads to overwrites, failures and rework.
Short lines land better than explanations.
Step by step
- Confirm the use/platform size; don't grab random web images.
- Pick a 1:1 or platform ratio and keep text to 2-3 lines.
- Use a high-contrast outline so it reads on a phone.
- Export PNG and check text/faces/edges.
- Confirm image/likeness rights before publishing.
Common mistakes
- Text too long to read on a phone.
- White text without an outline disappears on bright backgrounds.
- Using unlicensed images/people for commercial content.
- Cropping a watermark/logo and publishing anyway.
Checklist
- Size/ratio match the platform.
- Text is 2-3 lines with a clear outline.
- Image/likeness rights are cleared.
- No watermark/private data.
- Export PNG and spot-check.
Key facts
- Short lines land better than explanations.
- Avoid inside jokes that need context.
FAQ
How should I prepare before Caption?
Before Caption, back up the original, confirm format/size/quality requirements and close programs that lock the file. The caption carries the joke; write one line that works on its own, then pick the image.
How long does it take?
Usually 1-3 minutes; for intermittent issues, run 30 seconds and retest elsewhere.
Is data uploaded?
Runs locally and does not upload video/audio; extensions may still read the page.
Source: Wikipedia caption