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# Using the product designer: print method, precise placement, and mockups

The designer is where you decide **how** your artwork gets onto the garment and **exactly where** it lands. Everything in the catalogue can be sold print on demand.

## 1. Pick the product

Select a product category, then a product from the catalogue.

> Optional: click **Photo** to see the real product images. **Colours can look different in real life than on screen** — see "Why my colours didn't match my screen?"

## 2. Select the print method

Some products allow **DTG**, **DTF** or **Embroidery**. The choice affects both the look and the price — see "Choosing between DTG and DTF for garment printing."

## 3. Choose the side to decorate

Front, back, sleeves — whatever the product supports.

> If you plan to use a custom neck label, **configure your brand first**. The label option won't be there otherwise. Neck labels are applied by heat transfer and are available on garments only — not on caps, beanies, bags or aprons.

## 4. Add your artwork

Upload an image, add text, or choose from your own saved designs.

Click the image to resize, rotate or replace it. You can also **type exact width and height** instead of dragging.

## 5. Place it precisely

Click **Next** to open more options — rotate, align.

- Use the alignment tools to centre the design.
- **We usually print 4–5 centimetres down from the bottom of the neck.** That's the placement that reads as "normal" on a worn garment.

For millimetre control, click **Design area**. A ruler opens up and all values are expressed in millimetres. Keep that 4–5 cm neck distance in mind when you type coordinates.

## 6. Download the mockup

Click the mockup button to download a rendered image of your product. Use it on any page or website.

> If you've connected your shop (see "Connect your shop and push products to it"), **mockups are pushed to your website automatically** — you don't have to download and re-upload them.

There's also a **mockup preview** button. Allow a couple of seconds for it to generate.

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**Related articles:** How do I prepare the image for the product configurator? · What is the maximum print size on a t-shirt? · Can I print outside the marked area? · Download your product mockups

## Still need help?
Chat with us on printoteca.ro or write to comenzi@printoteca.ro — we're happy to help.