A good album caption tells the reader what they cannot learn from the photograph alone. Keep it accurate and easy to read.
A practical way to begin
Name the people, place and occasion when known, using a consistent order.
Add one useful detail about the moment rather than describing everything visible.
Mark approximate dates and uncertain identifications.
Proof captions against the source notes before sending the book to print.
For example
Instead of a caption saying family dinner, name the household and explain that it was the first meal in a new home.
What to avoid
Avoid placing private information in a book intended for a wider audience. Ask living relatives before including sensitive stories about them.
Should I keep the original material?
Yes. Keep an untouched source and work with copies. A finished album, transcript or edited video serves a different purpose from the original material. Check that your saved copies open, and keep important context such as names and dates alongside them.
Related family guides
- How to Check Photo Resolution Before Ordering a Photo Book
- How to Put a Family Photo Book in Chronological Order
A personal keepsake, if it fits your plans
If you decide to turn a selection of family photos or videos into a physical keepsake, you can explore Forever Orb. Keep the original files and a separate backup; a display gift is not your archive.
