Adding Text Overlays

Text adds context and personality to your templates. Event names, dates, hashtags, or a witty tagline — text overlays make each template feel custom and complete.

Adding Text

1. In the template editor, tap Add Text
2. A text element appears on the canvas
3. Tap the text to edit its content
4. Drag to reposition, resize as needed

Text Properties

Font

Choose from available fonts to match the event's style. ALIVE supports custom fonts loaded from your library.

• Serif fonts for elegant events
• Sans-serif for modern, clean looks
• Script fonts for weddings and formal occasions

Size

Adjust the font size to fit your layout. You can set an exact size or let it auto-adjust to fit the text box.

Color

Pick any color for your text. Use colors that contrast well with your background for readability.

Alignment

• Left — Standard alignment
• Center — Great for titles and centered layouts
• Right — For right-aligned design elements

Style

• Bold — For emphasis
• Italic — For a softer look

Vertical Alignment

Control how text sits within its text box — top, middle, or bottom.

Common Text Elements

Here are text elements most booth operators add:

• Event title — "Sarah & Tom's Wedding"
• Date — "June 15, 2026"
• Hashtag — "#SmithWedding2026"
• Tagline — "Say Cheese!" or "Best Night Ever"
• Contact info — Your business name, Instagram handle, or website

Tips

• Readability first — If guests can't read it, what's the point? Use high-contrast colors and large enough text
• Don't overdo it — One or two text elements is usually plenty. The photos should be the star.
• Match the vibe — Playful fonts for casual events, elegant fonts for formal ones
• Check print size — Text that looks fine on screen might be tiny when printed on a 2x6 strip. Preview at actual print size.

Updated on: 07/05/2026