Template Basics

• Understanding Templates and Layouts

  Templates are the blueprint for your photo booth output. They control how captured photos are arranged, what text and graphics surround them, and how the final result looks — both on screen and in priFew readers

• Built-in Templates Overview

  ALIVE ships with a set of professionally designed templates that cover the most common photo booth layouts. They work great out of the box — no design skills required.Few readers

• Using the Template Editor

  The template editor is where you go from "good enough" to "this is exactly what I want." It's a full visual editor that lets you design custom photo layouts with precision.Few readers

Design Elements

• Adding and Positioning Photo Slots

  Photo slots are the heart of your template. They define where guest photos appear, how big they are, and what shape they take.Few readers

• 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.Few readers

• Adding Images and Backgrounds

  A great background or a well-placed logo can take your template from generic to gorgeous. Here's how to add images and backgrounds to your designs.Few readers

• Working with Layers and Z-Index

  When your template has multiple elements — photos, text, images, overlays — they stack on top of each other. Layers and z-index control which elements appear in front and which sit behind.Few readers

Advanced

• Configuring Print Specifications

  If you're printing photos, getting the print specs right is crucial. A beautiful template means nothing if it comes out of the printer blurry, cropped, or the wrong size.Few readers

• Creating a Custom Template

  Ready to build something unique? Creating a custom template from scratch gives you full control over every pixel.Few readers

• Importing and Exporting Templates

  Designed a template you love? Export it to back it up or share it with your team. Got a template file from someone else? Import it right in.Few readers

• Duplicating and Editing Built-in Templates

  Love a built-in template but want to make it your own? Duplicate it, customize it, and you've got a personalized template without starting from scratch.Few readers

• Contact Details Positioning on Templates

  Want your business info on every print? ALIVE lets you add contact details to your templates and control exactly where they appear.Few readers