Reels captions need to be readable on small screens and placed to avoid Instagram UI overlays. If you post regularly, you also want a workflow that doesn’t eat your whole day.
Quick workflow (recommended)
- Upload your video
- Pick a caption template
- Apply your brand kit (colors + fonts)
- Export and post
CapKit is built around this “fast + styled” workflow. See available styles on Examples.
Safe-zone tips for Reels captions
- Keep captions away from the bottom UI (buttons + description)
- Don’t put text too close to the edges (cropping varies)
- Prefer 1–2 lines with larger text over 3–4 small lines
Best practices
- Contrast: dark stroke/shadow behind white text works well
- Pacing: keep captions synchronized to speech, not words-per-word
- Emphasis: highlight keywords to match the hook
Want the full step-by-step? Read the blog posts on Reels captions and AI caption tools.