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Design Elements Library

ALIVE gives you access to a library of design elements — graphics, illustrations, shapes, icons, and more — so you can build stunning templates without ever leaving the editor.

What's in the Library

The design elements library includes:

Illustrations — Hand-drawn and vector art for every occasion
Icons — Clean, scalable icons for social media, contact info, arrows, and more
Shapes — Circles, rectangles, lines, dividers, and decorative frames
Stickers & Graphics — Fun, event-ready graphics like hearts, stars, confetti, and party themes

Browsing Elements

Open a template in the Template Editor on the web dashboard
Click the Elements tab in the sidebar
Browse available element categories or scroll through popular picks

Searching for Elements

Looking for something specific? Use the search bar at the top of the elements panel:

Type keywords like "wedding," "birthday," "floral," or "gold frame"
Results update in real time as you type
Filter by category to narrow things down

Adding Elements to Your Template

Find an element you like in the library
Click or tap on it to add it to your canvas
Drag to reposition it on the template
Resize by pulling the corner handles
Rotate to any angle using the rotation handle
Use the Layers tab to adjust stacking order if elements overlap

Elements are added at full resolution, so they'll look crisp even on high-DPI printed templates.

Tips

Keep it clean — A few well-placed elements look better than a cluttered design
Match the style — Stick to one visual style (e.g., all watercolor or all geometric) for a cohesive look
Layer strategically — Place decorative elements behind photo slots so they frame the photos nicely
Check print quality — Always preview your template at full resolution before printing

What's Next?

Updated on: 07/05/2026

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