How to Write on a Polaroid

Polaroid once manufactured instant cameras and compatible film packs. After you take a photo using instant film, the camera ejects the picture, which is framed by a white border. The film emulsion contains the chemicals required for development, which begins just after ejection from the camera. Though Polaroid has halted their production of new instant films, you can purchase cold-stored film packs from various online merchants. You can use any permanent marker to write on a Polaroid picture's white border.

Wait until your Polaroid picture is fully developed. Instant film is usually completely developed and fixed, or made permanent, within five to ten minutes.

Decide what you will write on the picture's border. Most instant film photographers write the date and time, a sentimental caption or fitting song lyrics.

Write your desired text on the white border around the image. If you wish to add more text, flip the picture over and continue on the backside.

Allow the ink to dry for several minutes before storing or transporting the Polaroid picture.

Write directly on the film using a white paint pen. Allow the ink to dry for ten to twenty minutes.