How do I caption a picture in Word?

Answered by Jason Smith

To caption a picture in Word, follow these steps:

1. Open your Word document and go to the page where you want to add the caption.

2. Click on the picture you want to add a caption to. This will select the picture.

3. On the Ribbon at the top of the Word window, click on the “References” tab.

4. In the “References” tab, you will find the “Insert Caption” button. Click on it.

5. A “Caption” dialog box will appear. In the “Caption” box, type your desired caption for the picture.

6. By default, the label for the caption will be “Figure”. If you want to change it, you can do so by selecting a different label from the “Label” drop-down menu.

7. You can also choose to include the chapter number in the caption by selecting the “Include chapter number” option.

8. Once you have entered the caption, click the “OK” button to close the dialog box.

9. The caption will now be added below the picture, using the specified label and format.

10. If you need to modify or remove the caption later, simply click on the picture and then click on the “Insert Caption” button again. This will open the “Caption” dialog box where you can make the necessary changes.

Remember, it’s important to provide a clear and concise caption that accurately describes the content of the picture. Avoid using excessive adjectives and be explicit in your description. If possible, draw from personal experiences or situations to make the caption more engaging and relatable.