Whitfield → Ashworth
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AI Text Changer
Edit Text in Any Photo
Change any word in a photo, scan or old document. Scripily rewrites it in the same handwriting, font and ink, so your edit blends right into the page.
- Matches the original lettering
- Replace, remove or restore
- JPG, PNG, WebP and PDF
- Undo any change
Works on handwriting and print
- Handwritten letters
- Cursive notes
- Scanned pages
- Old family records
- Printed forms
- Menus and flyers
- Posters and signs
- Product labels
- Whiteboards
- Screenshots
- Multi-page PDFs
See the difference
Can you spot the edit?
In this letter from 1894, the name Whitfield was changed to Ashworth. Drag the slider to compare. The new name uses the same cursive strokes, the same brown ink and sits on the same aged paper.
- Letter shapes copied from the writer's own hand
- Ink colour and stroke weight matched
- Paper grain and stains left untouched
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How it works
Change text in a photo in three steps
No layers, brushes or clone stamps. If you can type, you can edit the words in an image.
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Upload and mark the text
Add a photo, scan or PDF. Scripily finds every line of text so you can click one, or draw a box or freehand shape around any words.
- 2
Type what it should say
Pick Replace, Remove or Restore. For a replacement, type the new words and choose the letter case. No prompts to write, just buttons.
- 3
Compare and download
Drag the slider to check the edit against the original. Undo if you want another try, then download an image or PDF, or save it to your library.
One editor, three tools
Replace, remove or restore text in images
Whatever the words need, select them once and pick what should happen.
Word cleared, paper filled in
Remove text
Erase words from a photo and the background underneath is filled in with matching paper, grain and lighting, with no blank patch left behind.
Faded ink made readable
Restore faded text
Keep the same words but bring faded, worn or broken letters back, so old documents are clear and easy to read again.
Features
Edits that look like they were always there
Most tools put new text on top of a photo. Scripily writes it into the page, so the edit matches everything around it.
Same handwriting, same font
New words are written in the lettering already on the page: the same strokes, slant, size and ink colour, for cursive handwriting and printed type alike.
Finds the text for you
Every line on the page is detected and highlighted. Click the one you want instead of tracing it by hand.
Box or freehand selection
Drag a box, or draw around text of any shape, such as a curved label or a word squeezed between lines.
Keeps paper and texture
Stains, grain, folds and shadows around your edit stay exactly as they were, so nothing looks flat or pasted on.
Version history
Each change becomes a new version. Undo, redo and jump back to the original at any time. Your upload is never overwritten.
Multi-page PDFs
Open up to 20 pages at once and move between them, editing only the pages that need it.
Download or save
Export the edited page as an image or a PDF, or save it to your Scripily library next to the original.
Use cases
Who edits text in photos with Scripily
From a single typo in a scan to faded names in a family letter.
Fix typos in scans
Correct a misspelt name, a wrong date or a typo in a scanned page without retyping or rescanning the whole thing.
Family history and genealogy
Restore faded names and dates in old letters, registers and photos so the family record is readable again.
Archives and libraries
Make faded or broken lettering in digitised collections clear for readers, while keeping the page's original look.
Remove personal details
Erase names, addresses or phone numbers from a photo before you share it, with the paper filled in naturally.
Update your own templates
Change the details on your own forms, menus, flyers and signs from a photo instead of rebuilding them from scratch.
Designers and creators
Edit the words on mock-ups, product shots, posters and social images while keeping the original typeface.
Students and researchers
Clean up faded handwriting in sources and notes so they are easier to read, quote and study.
Everyday photos
Fix the text on a sign, label, whiteboard or note in a photo you took, without any photo editing skills.
Compare
Why not just use a photo editor?
Changing text by hand means rebuilding letters and patching paper pixel by pixel. Scripily does that part for you.
| Capability | Scripily | Manual photo editing | Text overlay apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches handwriting and fonts | |||
| Keeps paper texture and lighting | |||
| Finds the text automatically | |||
| Removes text and fills the background | |||
| Restores faded letters | |||
| Skills needed | None | Advanced | Basic |
| Typical time per edit | Seconds | 15 to 60 minutes | Minutes |
means possible, but only with skilled manual work.
Tips
Get the most natural-looking edits
A few small habits help the new words blend in perfectly, whether you are editing handwriting or printed text.
Use it responsibly. Only edit images you own or have permission to change, and never alter official, legal or identity documents to mislead anyone.
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Use a clear, well-lit photo
Sharp, evenly lit images give the AI the most detail about the lettering to copy.
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Select whole words
Include the full word, and a little space around it, so the new text sits naturally in the line.
- 3
Keep a similar length
Replacements that are close in length to the original fit the space best. Longer edits work, but may look tighter.
- 4
Change one area at a time
Make several smaller edits rather than one large one. Each becomes its own version you can undo.
- Try a sample
Not sure where to start? The editor includes sample documents, so you can try a change before uploading your own.
FAQ
Questions about editing text in photos
How do I edit text in a photo?
Upload your photo or scan to Scripily, then click a highlighted line or draw a box around the words you want to change. Choose Replace text, type the new words and press Change text. Scripily writes the new words into the image in the same lettering, and you can compare before and after, then download the result.
Will the new text match the original handwriting or font?
Yes. Scripily studies the lettering, ink colour, size and slant of the text around your selection and writes the new words to match it. It works on handwriting and cursive as well as printed and typed text, so the edit blends into the page instead of looking pasted on.
Can I remove text from an image instead of replacing it?
Yes. Choose Remove text and Scripily clears the words and fills in the paper or background underneath, keeping its texture, so there is no blank patch where the text used to be.
Can it fix faded or broken text?
Yes. Restore faded text keeps the same words but makes faded, worn or broken letters clear and readable again. It is useful for old letters, records and documents where the ink has faded over time.
What file types can I upload?
You can upload JPG, PNG and WebP images, as well as PDF files. Each page of a PDF opens as its own page in the editor, up to 20 pages at a time, and you can also pick documents you have already saved in your Scripily library.
Can I undo a change?
Yes. Every change is kept as a version. You can undo and redo changes, compare any version with the original using the before and after slider, and download only the version you are happy with. Your original image is never overwritten.
How do I download the edited photo?
When you are happy with the change, download it as an image or as a PDF, or save it to your Scripily library next to the original so you can find both later.
How much does it cost to change text in a photo?
Signing up is free. Finding the text on a page and reading it are free. Each change you apply uses 150 points from your plan, and if a change fails the points are returned automatically. See the pricing page for how many points each plan includes.
Do I need design skills or Photoshop?
No. There are no layers, brushes or clone stamps. You select the words, type what they should say and Scripily does the rest. Most edits take a few clicks.
Is it okay to edit any document?
Only edit images and documents you own or have permission to change. Do not use Scripily to alter official, legal, financial or identity documents in order to mislead anyone.
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Ready to change the text in your photo?
Upload an image, type the new words and download an edit that matches the original handwriting or font.