Photo Text Editor for Mac and Windows

Powerful photo composition tools

50 real-time photo filters
Choose from photo styles, vintage effects, color tints, light effects, textures, artistic filters, cinematic looks, blur modes, and color manipulation — all with live preview.
Unlimited text layers
Drag, resize, and rotate each text layer freely. Control font size, color, alignment, letter spacing, line height, opacity, and apply bold, italic, and underline formatting.
Gradient text and styling effects
Apply gradient fills with two colors and adjustable angles. Add highlight boxes with padding and corner radius. Create curved text along a circle. Apply shadow, outline, and blend modes for polished results.
Pre-built templates and quote library
Start with 8 one-tap templates: Inspirational Quote, Social Headline, Title + Caption, Moody Noir, Scripture Verse, Gratitude, Bold Banner, and Golden Quote. Choose from 20 public-domain quotes across motivation, inspiration, faith, nature, travel, and gratitude.
Multiple canvas sizes
Pre-set dimensions for Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube, and print (A4, US Letter). Or use free mode for any custom composition.
Stickers and built-in assets
Use decorative stickers, love, flowers, nature, magic, wings, quotes, and messages — plus import any image as a custom sticker with adjustable opacity and shadow.

How it works

Step 1 of 3
Open a photo
Import any photo from your library or choose from the 50 real-time photo filters to get started immediately.
Step 2 of 3
Add styled text and effects
Add unlimited text layers with full font control, gradient fills, shadows, outlines, and blend modes. Use templates and quotes as starting points.
Step 3 of 3
Export your composition
Save the finished photo as PNG or JPEG, with a 100-step undo history and multi-layer selection available throughout the editing process.

Platforms and requirements

macOS

Store: Mac App Store
Version: 3.1
Requires: macOS 14.0 or later
First released: 1 Sept 2016
Last updated: 2 Nov 2026
Purchase: One-time purchase: USD 9.99 in the Mac App Store

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Windows

Store: Microsoft Store
Version: 1.0.1.0
Requires: Windows 10, version 1809 or later
First released: 7 Sept 2026
Purchase: One-time purchase: USD 6.99 in the Microsoft Store

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Seller on the Mac App Store: BraveCloud
Seller on the Microsoft Store: BraveCL

Details

Size: 37 MB
Languages: 43 languages
Account: Not needed to use the app

Frequently asked questions

Is this a subscription?

No. Photo Text Editor is a one-time purchase in each store: USD 9.99 on Mac and USD 6.99 on Windows. Updates come through the store.

Does it use the cloud?

No. Photo Text Editor is designed for reliable local processing on your Mac — all editing and filtering happen on-device with no cloud upload.

Can I adjust the filters and opacity?

Yes. Each of the 50 photo filters can be adjusted from 0–100% opacity and mixed using 12 different blend modes including Screen, Multiply, and Overlay.

What file formats can I export?

PNG and JPEG. PNG preserves transparency if your composition includes it; JPEG creates a flattened, widely-compatible file.

What's new

Version 3.1 · 2 Nov 2026

Version 3.1 adds 32 editable photo starters you can personalize, guided layout for longer messages, and clearer notice when words will not fit. You can frame photos by hand, decorate editable lettering with textures, and inspect the finished image before exporting. Reopen your saved design to make changes after sharing a PNG.

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Need help with Photo Text Editor?

Install and refund help for each store, and a form that reaches the developer.

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Powerful photo composition tools

50 real-time photo filters

Unlimited text layers

Gradient text and styling effects

Pre-built templates and quote library

Multiple canvas sizes

Stickers and built-in assets

How it works

Open a photo

Add styled text and effects

Export your composition