Chapter 2(Caption)1-3

E n g l i s h p r o j e c t

Caption

Caption is a short text that usually accompanies a picture, graphic, table, or visual media and provides a description or additional information and in general, this caption text is found in articles, whether articles on the internet, newspapers, or journals.

Functions of text captions:

Provide Information to Complete The Picture

To provide additional information and to complete a photograph.

Establish Credibility

To increase credibility.

Promote Better Engagement

To get people interested in seeing the photo and understanding it.

The structure of the caption text consists of:

5W (Who, What, Where, When, Why)

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Language Elements Caption Text

Caption text in English can actually be written using any sentence, but it is better for caption text to be written in simple present tense sentences. This is because simple present tense sentences are easier for readers to understand, so the message will be easily conveyed.

Caption II

Caption text is a short text that is used to complete an image. Caption text appears usually under pictures, photos, graphics, posters and even tables.

How to Make a Successful Caption?

Here's how:

Avoid stating the obvious

Identify people and places

Get everything right, including the spellings

How to Caption a Pie Chart

Pie chart is a type of diagram that is used to illustrate data to make it easier to understand.

Here are the methods below:

Be clear and concise: The caption for the pie chart should be clear and concise.

Punctuation and capitalization: Always pay attention to capitalization in titles.

Give relevant details: So, remember to only provide important information

Caption III

Caption text

is a short text that usually accompanies a picture, graphic, table, or visual media and provides a description or additional information and in general, this caption text is found in articles, whether articles on the internet, newspapers, or journals.