Simple Guide: How to Add a Caption to an Image in Google Docs

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Adding captions to pictures in Google Docs helps make your documents look better and more professional. Many people find it hard to add text under their images, but there are several easy ways to do this. This guide will show you simple methods that anyone can follow, even if you are new to using Google Docs.

1. Open your Google Docs document in a web browser
2. Make sure you have an internet connection to use all features
3. Sign in to your Google account if you haven't already
4. Create a new document or open an existing one
5. Place your cursor where you want to add an image
6. Remember that captions help readers understand your pictures better
7. Good captions make your document look more professional
8. You can add captions to any type of image in Google Docs
9. There are four main ways to add captions to images
10. Choose the method that works best for your needs
11. Practice with different methods to find your favorite
12. Save your document regularly while working
13. Make sure your images are clear and easy to see
14. Keep your captions short and simple
15. Use clear language that everyone can understand

1. Click on your image to select it
2. Look for the toolbar that appears below the image
3. Find the inline text option on the left side
4. Click on the inline text button to change the image setting
5. Place your cursor directly below the image
6. Start typing your caption text
7. Use the top toolbar to change text size if needed
8. Change the text color using the formatting options
9. Make text bold or italic if you want
10. Center your caption text for better appearance
11. This method is the fastest way to add captions
12. Your caption will move with the image
13. You can edit the caption anytime by clicking on it
14. This works well for simple documents
15. The caption stays close to your image

1. Go to the Insert menu at the top of your screen
2. Click on Table from the dropdown menu
3. Choose a table with one column and two rows
4. You will see a 1x2 table appear in your document
5. Put your image in the top cell of the table
6. Drag your image into the first cell if it's already in your document
7. Click in the bottom cell to add your caption
8. Type your caption text in the second cell
9. Format your caption text using the toolbar
10. Right-click on the table to open table properties
11. Set the border width to 0 pt to hide table lines
12. Click OK to apply the changes
13. Your image and caption now look like one unit
14. You can move the whole table around your document
15. This method keeps captions attached to images

1. Place your cursor where you want the image and caption
2. Go to Insert menu and select Drawing
3. Click on New to open the drawing tool
4. Click the image button in the drawing toolbar
5. Upload your image from your computer or search online
6. Wait for your image to appear in the drawing area
7. Click on the Text Box tool in the toolbar
8. Draw a text box below your image
9. Type your caption inside the text box
10. Move the text box to align it with your image
11. Use the red lines to help center your caption
12. Change font size and style if needed
13. Click Save and Close when you're finished
14. Your image and caption will be linked together
15. You can move or rotate them as one object

1. Click where you want to place your image
2. Go to the Insert menu at the top
3. Select Image from the dropdown options
4. Choose Upload from computer for local files
5. Select Search the web to find images online
6. Pick from your Google Drive if images are stored there
7. Use Google Photos to access your photo library
8. Take a photo with your camera if using mobile
9. Wait for the image to upload completely
10. Click on the image to select it
11. Resize your image by dragging the corner handles
12. Make sure your image is not too big or too small
13. Position your image where it looks best
14. Check that your image is clear and easy to see
15. Choose high-quality images for better results

1. Select your caption text by clicking and dragging
2. Use the font dropdown to change text style
3. Click the size buttons to make text bigger or smaller
4. Use bold formatting to make captions stand out
5. Try italic text for a different look
6. Change text color using the color picker
7. Center your caption for better alignment
8. Left-align captions for formal documents
9. Right-align captions when needed
10. Add spacing above or below your caption
11. Keep font sizes consistent throughout your document
12. Use the same font family for all captions
13. Make sure caption text is easy to read
14. Avoid using too many different colors
15. Test different formatting options to see what looks best

1. Go to Extensions in the top menu
2. Click on Add-ons from the dropdown
3. Select Get add-ons to open the store
4. Search for Caption Maker in the search box
5. Click on the Caption Maker add-on
6. Click Install to add it to your Google Docs
7. Give permission for the add-on to work
8. Go back to Extensions and find Caption Maker
9. Click on Caption Maker to start using it
10. Choose your caption settings in the sidebar
11. Click Show Options to see more choices
12. Select whether to caption tables too
13. Click Captionize to add captions automatically
14. All images will get numbered captions like Image 1, Image 2
15. This method works well when you have many images

1. Open Google Docs app on your phone or tablet
2. Tap the plus sign to create a new document
3. Tap where you want to add an image
4. Tap the plus icon at the top of the screen
5. Select Image from the menu options
6. Choose From photos or From camera
7. Select your image and tap Add
8. Tap on the image to select it
9. Tap the Text wrap icon near the image
10. Select Inline from the options
11. Tap below the image to place your cursor
12. Type your caption text
13. Use the A icon to format your text
14. Tap Center Align if you want centered captions
15. Save your document when finished

1. Keep captions short and to the point
2. Describe what people can see in the image
3. Use simple words that everyone understands
4. Write captions that add useful information
5. Avoid repeating what's already in your main text
6. Use complete sentences when possible
7. Check spelling and grammar in your captions
8. Make sure captions match your document style
9. Use consistent formatting for all captions
10. Place captions close to their images
11. Number your captions if you have many images
12. Use active voice instead of passive voice
13. Include important details that help understanding
14. Avoid using too much technical language
15. Test your captions with other people to make sure they're clear

1. If your image won't upload, check your internet connection
2. Try using a smaller image file if upload fails
3. Make sure your image format is supported
4. Refresh your browser if tools aren't working
5. Clear your browser cache if you have problems
6. Try using a different browser if issues continue
7. Check that you have enough storage space in Google Drive
8. Make sure you're signed in to your Google account
9. Try closing and reopening your document
10. Use the Undo button if you make mistakes
11. Save your work frequently to avoid losing changes
12. Ask for help from Google Docs support if needed
13. Try the mobile app if the web version isn't working
14. Check Google Docs status page for known issues
15. Practice with simple documents first before working on important ones