Design Your First Template

Templates are reusable designs with dynamic parts. Design once, then generate thousands of variations by changing the text, images, or colors each time.

Step 1: Open Orshot Studio#

1. Log in to your Orshot account
2. Go to Orshot Studio
3. Click Create New Template (or pick one from the template library)

Step 2: Set Up Your Canvas#

Choose dimensions based on where you'll use the image:

Step 3: Add Elements#

Text: Press T or click the Text tool, then click on canvas to add text.

Images: Press I or click the Image tool to upload images or use from your Assets Library.

Shapes: Add rectangles, circles, or arrows to enhance your design.

Step 4: Make Elements Dynamic#

This is what makes templates powerful — any element can become a parameter that you change via the API:

1. Select a text or image element
2. Click Set as Parameter
3. Give it a clear ID like title, userName, or productImage

When you call the API, you'll pass these parameter IDs in the modifications object to change the content. Learn more about parameters →

Step 5: Save Your Template#

1. Click Save in the top right
2. Give it a descriptive name
3. Click Save Template

That's it! Your template is ready to use.

Tips for Better Templates#

• Use clear parameter names like customerName instead of text1
• Test with long text in the Playground to make sure nothing overflows
• Start simple — you can always add more elements later
• Use the template library for inspiration

Next Step#

Your template is ready — now generate your first image:

• Generate Your First Render →

For advanced template features:

• Setting Parameters →
• Using Custom Fonts →
• Animations →
• Dynamic Parameters →