Text fields in Print Module

I was really hoping to see the ability to add text fields in the Print module.  In my work, I frequently need to add captions or titles to the prints.  At the moment, I have to round trip to Photoshop to make this happen.  I also make folios (see Brooks Jensen) where that require such captions.  Thanks.

I could see that being useful too.  As it may not make the final release, and we wouldn't want the request to get lost in beta land, might I suggest adding it as a suggestion on the Feature Request forum http://feedback.photoshop.com/photoshop_family where it can easily be tracked?  If you post the link to your request here, others can also vote on your request.  If you search there, you may even find similar requests that you might like to add your vote to.

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  • Better captioning and text handling in print module

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    want to add text twice in print module, seems only option is identity plate and it cant be duplicated, any suggestions?

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