You’ve heard using text overlays on your Pins is ideal, but how do you arrange text on your Pins correctly?
The truth is, there are many ways to do it, but if you’re unsure where to begin, we recommend starting simple with four ways to arrange text on Pins that follow Pinterest creative best practices below.
We’ll also go over the do’s and don’ts for arranging Pin text, examples of text on Pins, plus how to utilize white space to your advantage!
Ready? Let’s get started!
Here’s the deal: the arrangement of your Pin text overlays matter! Rather than just throwing some text over your Pin, make sure you are adhering to these important dos and don’ts:
In this section we’ll go over some design methods that you can use to arrange text on your Pins. These methods will keep your design attractive and aesthetic.
Need some inspiration? Each method below includes examples Pin designs to get you inspired!
To add an eye-catching title, you can add a centered text overlay onto your Pin.
Always follow creative best practices when adding text overlays to Pins! Here are a few tips:
We love using vertical text overlays! It’s a great way to use less space around the image and gives your Pin design a modern look.
Here are some tips for adding vertical text to Pins:
Without disrupting the focal point of your image, you can offset text overlays on your Pin!
Just remember these best practices when offsetting your Pin text:
White space is your friend! You can use or create white space with frames to give yourself room to add text overlays.
Here are some tips for utilizing white space on your Pin:
Adding text to your Pinterest Pins is a great way to grab attention, but pairing it with the right keywords can make all the difference. Tailwind’s Keyword Finder Tool helps you discover the perfect terms to include in your Pin titles and descriptions, ensuring they get noticed in searches.
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