How can I make text overlays on my reels more readable?

Choose high-contrast colors that don’t blend with your background. Avoid pale colors like pale yellow that blend with your art. Use black or white text, or add an outline or background to your letters. Most editing tools have a one-click option to add a background behind text so it’s always readable no matter what the background color is.

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Asked by an artist editing reels · Answered by Mili · Office Hours · 2026-07-02