Add text to video
Enhance your video with captions, descriptions, and headings that make your message more engaging.
The easy way to add text to video
Over 80% of video is watched without sound, making text essential for getting your message across. Animoto is a video editor that makes it fast and easy to add text to video. Create subtitles for social media videos, add descriptions to a presentation, or enhance your video with impactful text. With just a few clicks, you can customize text, choosing from a variety of fonts, colors, effects, and styles to match your vision.
How to add text to video
Upload, record, or choose a template
Upload your video and photos or record new clips with screen and webcam recording in Animoto. You can get a head start on your video with a customizable template.
Add your text, customize, and animate
Customize the size, font, and color of your text for maximum impact. Simply click to animate text and help your message stand out.
Save and share your video
Share your video directly to social media or create a unique link to send to friends & family. You can always download your video in HD.
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Customize text font, color, and size
Tailor your message to perfection with Animoto's text customization options. Choose from a wide selection of fonts and colors, then click and drag to easily reposition, enlarge, or rotate your text. Whether you’re creating something professional or personal, Animoto has the tools to bring your video to life.
Add text animations to your video
Animate text in video to capture the attention of your audience and add an extra professional finish. Make your text fly in, fade, pop up, and more with a range of dynamic text animations. Even simple animations significantly increase view engagement and help your key messages stand out.
Maximize the impact of your video
Video captures more engagement and generates more return when your audience connects with your message. Add text to your video to make your video more memorable, deliver your message clearly, and make your content more accessible to a wider audience. Take it one step further and turn text into a clickable CTA button that leads your audience directly to your website or product.
Go beyond adding text to video
Create a video with all the finishes of a pro editor. With simple drag-and drop-editing, Animoto makes it easy for anyone to create a show-stopping video
Easily create professional video
Anyone can create a professional video in Animoto. Upload clips or pictures, record your screen, add stock images, and cut it all together with simple drag-and-drop tools right from your browser. No download or installation required. Animoto is a free video editor that has the customization, effects, and flexibility of professional editing software but with uncomplicated tools and straightforward steps.
Make a polished video in minutes
Upload or record your video
Upload pictures, clips, create a voice-over, or record a video right within Animoto.
Edit with drag and drop
Crop, merge, and cut together your video. No tricky editing tools, just click and drag to add text and customize.
Add pro effects
Finish your video with music, animations, stock images, and graphic elements that will engage and impress your audience.
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Add text to video in three easy steps
Click the “T” icon to add text
Upload or record your video. To add text to your video, simply click the 'T' icon in Animoto. This action opens a text box on your video, where you can type your desired text. It's a straightforward step to start incorporating text into your videos, enhancing their message and visual interest.
Edit text in your video
Editing text in Animoto is easy and intuitive. Once you've added your text, you can modify the wording, change its alignment, and reposition it to best fit your video. This flexibility allows you to ensure your text complements your video effectively.
Customize text size, font, and color
Adjust the size, font, and color of your text to match the style of your video. Choose between a range of fonts to set different moods, various sizes for clarity, and a palette of colors to suit your video's aesthetics. These customization options help you integrate your text smoothly with your video content.
Tips for adding text to video
Keep text on video clear and concise
When adding text to videos, clarity and brevity are key. Keep your messages short and to the point to ensure they are easily readable and don't overwhelm your viewers. Concise text helps maintain viewer attention and effectively delivers your message without distracting from the video content.
Choose readable fonts and colors
Select fonts and colors for your text that are easy to read against the background of your video. Avoid overly decorative fonts and choose text colors that contrast well with the background for maximum visibility. These choices ensure that your text is visually appealing, more accessible, and functional.
Balance text with visuals
Achieving balance between text and visuals is essential for a compelling video. Use text to enhance or clarify your video content without cluttering the screen. Text should complement your visuals, not overpower them. This balance keeps the viewer's attention focused on both your message and your visuals, creating a harmonious and effective viewing experience.
3 reasons why you should add text to video
Enhance engagement with your video
Adding text to video will significantly boost your viewer engagement. Text emphasizes key points, making your content more memorable and impactful. Whether it's highlighting important information or adding subtitles for clarity, text ensures your audience absorbs and connects with your message.
Improve accessibility and reach
Text in videos makes your content inclusive to a wider audience. Subtitles and captions are essential for viewers with hearing impairments or those watching without sound. By adding text, you're expanding your reach, enhancing accessibility and demonstrating inclusivity and consideration for all viewers.
Strengthen your message and branding
Text is a powerful way to reinforce your message and branding. It allows you to add narrative context, explain complex ideas simply, and add persuasive calls to action. Text is also an opportunity to consistently present your brand through specific fonts and colors that align with your visual identity.
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