Hello, and welcome to our How-To set of tutorials, where we bring you practical tips and step-by-step
instructions to help you master this website. Today, we're diving into an exciting topic that's sure to
pique your interest.
In this tutorial, we're going to learn how to use the Print Editor. Whether you're a beginner or an
experienced graphic designer seeking to enhance your expertise, this tutorial will guide you through the process
with clear and concise instructions.
We'll start by laying a strong foundation, covering the basics and building up from there. You'll soon
discover that the Print Editor is a tool that anyone can learn.
Step 1 - Login
If you're not there already, go to Scanpack.ca and login to your account.
Step 2 - Box Selection
From there, choose from our unique selection of boxes: Influencer box, Carrier box, Open End Box, Shipper Box,
Onboarder Box, or Gifting Box.
Make sure you pick a size, print option, and quantity. Quantity can be changed before placing the final order.
Once you have done that, click customize.
Step 3 - Layout
Uploads
This side bar will allow you to add any files you require to build your design. Just click upload and choose the
necessary files. You may also drag and drop onto the panel if it is easier.
Files accepted are EPS, AI, SVG, PSD, JPG, PNG, and TIF.
Images
This side bar is very similar to the upload side bar. The main difference is this section will only pull images
from your account that have already been used.
Files accepted are EPS, AI, SVG, PSD, JPG, PNG, and TIF.
The other major attraction is our stock photo link that allows you to
utilize any royalty free imagery on your template! Just click 'Pixabay' and search for the
desired
image.
Backgrounds
This side bar is the main part of your design. It will allow you to
automatically add an array of templated backgrounds to your design. All designs are also seamless and
sizeable to fit any template!
Elements
This side bar allows you to add standard shapes and designs to your template. Each object is setup so it may be
formatted to any colour after it is placed.
Layers
This side bar allows you to view and edit all objects being used in your design. This is also helpful in
arranging images from front to back.
Text
This side bar allows you to add text and view any options like font type, style, size, and colour.
Top Menu
The main function of the top bar is to open or save your projects. This allows you to make edits over time, or
even share with a colleague.
Dieline
The most important part of the Print Editor. This show you the outline of the template as well as guidelines
that will help you design the perfect box!
The template is locked, so don't worry about deleting anything.
3d Preview
The 3d preview is the newest function to the Scanpack website. It allows you to view your design in real time as
you design it! Click and hold on the box to move it around.
Step 4 - Design
Start off with a background
When designing, your background is one of the most important tools you can use. Choose either plain or seamless
patterns.
Once you have the background picked out, you can change the colour, scale, rotation, and offset of the
background template.
Add any images
You can either add your own images, or utilize our online stock photo browser. All images are pulled directly
from Pixabay, which is a royalty free image service.
Image options
Once you have picked the right image, you can change a multitude of options.
1. Crop - remove the right, left, top or bottom of the image.
2. Effects - Change the opacity, brightness, contrast, hue, or saturation. You can also add a border, or a drop
shadow.
3. Rotate - Rotate an image so that it fits the direction of the template perfectly.
4. Mirror - This function will reverse the image.
5. Enlarge - This enlarges the image to fit the page.
6. Delete - Deletes the selected image.
7. Confirm - Accepts the final image and adds it to the final design. Don't worry, you can still select and
make changes.
Image Editing
In the layers panel, you can arrange the image so that it move in front of images or behind.
Other options are copy, delete, size, rotation and placement.
Creating overlays or adding logos
When you add elements to your design, you can quickly change the colour by selecting the colour square in the
top left.
Adding Text
This panel allows you to add text and view
any options like font type, style, size, and colour.
In addition, you can change alignment, leading, tracking, opacity, add an outline or drop shadow.
Step 5 - Final Design Step
Previewing your master piece
Once you have confirmed you have the perfect design, click 'Review & Buy'. This will take you to the
final preview screen.
You can right click and hold on the box to rotate it 360 degrees. This step also gives you a chance to view how
the box is folded by clicking the 'fold' and 'unfold' option in the bottom left.
Step 6 - Confirmation
Purchase or save.
At this point your design is confirmed. Take this time to review the final specs of the box before adding it to
your cart.
Remember, you need to click the design approval check to be able to add to your cart.
After adding the item to your cart, feel free to browse around, or checkout by clicking the cart icon.
Thank you for reading this tutorial. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach our to use on the
'Contact' page.