Generate Your First Render

Use the API or no-code integrations to generate images from your template


You have a template and an API key — now let's generate your first image.

Using REST API#

1. Get Your Template ID#

Go to your templates page and copy the template ID. The quickest way to get started is through the Template Playground — it shows API examples, integration options, and lets you test renders in your browser.

2. Make a Render Request#

Send a POST request with your template ID and the values you want to change:

curl -X POST "https://api.orshot.com/v1/studio/render" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "templateId": "YOUR_TEMPLATE_ID",
    "modifications": {
      "title": "Hello World",
      "subtitle": "Welcome to Orshot",
      "authorPhoto": "https://example.com/photo.jpg"
    },
    "response": {
      "type": "url",
      "format": "png"
    }
  }'

Response Types#

Choose how you want to receive the image:

TypeDescriptionUse Case
urlReturns a hosted URL to the imageWeb applications, sharing
base64Returns base64-encoded image dataEmail, inline embedding
binaryReturns raw image binary dataDirect file download

Response Formats#

Choose your output format:

  • png - Best for graphics with transparency
  • jpg - Smaller file size, no transparency
  • webp - Modern format, smaller size
  • pdf - For printable documents

Learn more about response options →

Example Response#

{
  "data": {
    "content": "https://storage.orshot.com/renders/user123/image-456.png",
    "type": "url",
    "format": "png",
    "responseTime": 1234.56
  }
}

Using Integrations#

Prefer no-code? Use one of these integrations:

Next Steps#

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