# Photo Markup - Draw & Annotate — Add Text,highlight,draw & more

> Annotate and draw on images and screenshots with text, shapes, and emojis. (iPhone/iPad app by Nikhil Anshuman.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-markup-draw-and-annotate/id1470214736 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nikhil Anshuman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457142582)
- Category: Photo & Video, Graphics & Design
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Japanese, Polish, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2019-07-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-markup-draw-and-annotate/id1470214736/reviews.md

## What is Photo Markup?

Add notes, highlight, draw lines, circle an object, add smileys, emojis and many more. The application supports more than 300 smileys and emojis to enhance the images. Smileys and emojis also help to show expression making the photos better and more expressive. You could also directly draw on the images. You could write using your fingers or Apple Pencil to show your messages in more expressive way. Handwritten messages or text adds more meaning to the images.

You could take a screenshot on the phone and edit it in the application. In the application, you could write text on screenshots, add emojis and smileys, draw using your fingers, highlight using rectangle or circle and underline text as well. Using the image markup, you could easily explain things on the screenshots or the images to the other people.

Using the image markup, you could easily point to important things in an image. For example, you could highlight yourself in a group of people. 

The application also comes with various other tools. For example : Using eraser, the drawn content could be deleted. The application has the undo and redo options. The application also comes with options to change the drawing color and thickness of the borders of the drawn objects.

Using the application you could draw randomly on the screen, draw a line, rectangle or circle, write text on the  screen and highlight an area . When you write the text, you could change the Font, Size and colour as well.

## Key features

- Add text and handwritten notes
- Draw lines, rectangles, and circles
- Highlight and underline areas
- Insert over 300 smileys and emojis
- Undo and redo drawing actions
- Customize drawing color and thickness

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-markup-draw-and-annotate/id1470214736/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Poor, doesn’t work …

*2023-03-04*

First, it’s a rudimentary program, very basic and I found it difficult to use. Secondly, I can’t  save the image when I’m finished as an error appeared across my screen. Save your money!!

### 4/5 — Good deal

*2020-05-29*

Had a slight problem at first, but one message to support and the had me fixed up!!! Great app and great service

**Developer response:** Many thanks for your kind words. We are glad to know that you are satisfied from the application and our services.
Regards
Support Team
Email : sofonicaltd@gmail.com

### 5/5 — Good and easy to use

*2020-01-04*

I have annotated many of my photos using this application. It works great. It has tons of options and customisations to suit my requirements. Overall it is a good purchase.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review.
Regards 
Support Team
Email: sofonicaltd@gmail.com

### 1/5 — Don’t

*2019-10-28*

Total waste of money

**Developer response:** Update: The user was not able to identify how to change the font of the text. The technical team have helped the user and he is now satisfied from the application.
Earlier response:
Please let us know what is the issue being faced. Please provide us the details of the issue on our support email sofonicaltd@gmail.com so that we could assist you. We have provided our email I’d in the help section of the application. We have resolved the issue of the customers who have contacted us.
Regards 
Support Team
Email: sofonicaltd@gmail.com

### 5/5 — Worth the money spent

*2019-09-14*

This app is awesome. Its interface is very good and it gets the job done very easily.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review comment. We are happy to know that the application is able to meet your needs.
Regards
Support Team
Email : sofonicaltd@gmail.com

### 5/5 — Excellent application

*2019-09-14*

It works well with every photo that I have used till now. I am pleased to see the varieties of options present in the application to annotate my photos. The support team is also very quick at answering the questions.

### 1/5 — App keeps crashing

*2019-09-10*

The app crashes when I go to save

**Developer response:** Update: It is confirmed from the user that after rebooting the phone, his issue was resolved.
Earlier response:
Your phone seems to be going out of memory. Are you trying to edit multiple photos at once ? After editing a photo, please close the application and start again for a new one to resolve the issue. Also, reboot your phone once to free up the memory. Please contact us on sofonicaltd@gmail.com in case you are facing any issue. We have provided our contact details in the application. We have resolved the issues of the customers who have contacted us.
Regards
Support Team
Sofonicaltd@gmail.com

## Frequently asked questions about Photo Markup

### What can I do with Photo Markup?

Photo Markup allows you to add text, draw freehand, highlight areas, and insert over 300 emojis onto your images and screenshots. You can also use tools like the eraser, undo, and redo functions.

### Does Photo Markup have ads?

No, Photo Markup is ad-free. You can use all its features without any advertisements interrupting your workflow.

### How much does Photo Markup cost?

Photo Markup is a paid application. It is available for a one-time purchase price of $2.99.

### On which devices can I use Photo Markup?

Photo Markup is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### What is the age rating for Photo Markup?

Photo Markup has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged four and older, with content generally considered appropriate for this age group.

### How often is Photo Markup updated?

The latest version of Photo Markup was released on February 21, 2024. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates recent developer activity and support.

### Can I use Apple Pencil with Photo Markup?

Yes, Photo Markup supports writing and drawing with your fingers or an Apple Pencil, allowing for more expressive and precise annotations on your images.

### What is the user sentiment for Photo Markup based on ratings?

Photo Markup has an average rating of 3.5 stars from 6 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed reception from its user base.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2024-02-21

- Minor bug fixes.
In case of any questions, please write to us on sofonicaltd@gmail.com. We will be happy to assist.

### 1.2 — 2020-05-27

- We have fixed an issue where the photos were not getting added to the application sometimes.
Please write to us on sofonicaltd@gmail.com in case of any issue or questions.

### 1.0 — 2019-07-15

No release notes.

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## Related topics

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