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

[screenshot: Adding text to a template]

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: 17/03/2026