Adding a photo or logo
to your business card on BusinessCardStar.com.
Check out the video below, or scroll down for the FAQ and instructions on adding images.
What
kinds of files can I use?
You may use a .jpg, .gif, or .png file.
How
large should my image be / what resolution is required?
The maximum file size is 3mb. To ensure proper resolution we
recommend
your image is 300dpi at the size you wish to use it on your
card. A
business card measures 3.5" x 2", so an square image of 600 x 600
pixels
would be an appropriate size. An image that covered the
entire card would need to be 1100 x 600 pixels.
How
long will you keep my images in my library?
We keep images in the library for a few weeks. If you purchase
your design (printed cards, printable PDFs, or high resolution artwork
formats) then we will keep your images saved in the library for you so
you can re-order cards.
If your image is deleted, you will simply need to re-upload it and add
it to your saved project to purchase.
How
many images can I use You
can use one photo or logo on the front and one on the back.
How
much does it cost to add an image to my business card?
There is no additional charge for adding an image to orders of printed
business cards or high-resolution artwork. Print-at-home PDFs
with photos or logos cost $10 USD. How do
I upload and style my image on my card?
See the steps below. We have a photo upload video tutorial
if you prefer.
HOW TO ADD PHOTOS:
USE
THE "ADD IMAGE" TOOLS TO BEGIN
Select the Add/Edit Button to begin the image upload process.
This button is found on the lower right corner of the
business card maker under the "Add Image" heading.
SELECT
"UPLOAD NEW IMAGE"
You will then be instructed to browse your computer to find the image
you wish to add to your computer. Use a .jpg, .gif, or .png
file
under 1MB file size. See the frequently asked questions above
for
tips on proper resolution
MASKING
& CROPPING YOUR
IMAGE
Your image will now appear in the image masking and cropping window.
CHOOSING
A MASK SHAPE
You can choose from a rectangle, a rounded rectangle, or a
circle/ellipse to mask your image. Click on the radio button
next
to
the shape you wish to use.
If you are using the rounded rectangle shape you have the option of
changing the angle of the corner curve to make it more or less rounded.
CROPPING
YOUR IMAGE
Use the handles that appear on the corner of the masking shape
to select which portion of the image you want to appear on your card.
ADD
THE IMAGE TO YOUR LIBRARY Once you have selected
the mask shape you want and cropped
the image, click on the "Add to Library" button.
You will be prompted to name your image as it is added to the library.
CHOOSE THE IMAGE YOU WANT
TO ADD TO YOUR
CARD
Now you have at least one image in your library. Click on the
image itself to add it to your card.
You can also use the "Delete" icon to remove the image from the
library. You also can make adjustments to the mask or
cropping by
clicking on the "Edit" icon.
POSITION
AND SCALE YOUR IMAGE
Now your image will appear in the business card maker. Click
on
your image to drag it into the position you desire.
You can also scale the image larger or smaller by using the handles
that appear on the corners of your image.
ADD
A BORDER IF DESIRED
To add a border to your image, check the box next to the word "Border".
You can change the color of the border by clicking on the color swatch
next to the slider.
You can change the width of the border by using the slider next to the
color swatch.
CHANGE
OR DELETE YOUR IMAGE
If you want to change your image select the "Add/Edit" button.
This will take you back to the Image Library where you can
repeat
the steps to upload an entirely new image. Or you can use the
"Edit" icon on the side of your existing image to change the mask or
cropping of the image.
You can also delete the image if you no longer wish to use an image on
your card.
