📁 Template Library

❓ What is Template Management?

Templates are the product mockup images you use to show designs on t-shirts, mugs, etc.

Example:

• You have 42 t-shirt mockup PNGs (Black, White, Navy, etc.)
• Each needs a calibration (where to place the design)
• Organized in sets (eBay style, Amazon style, Christmas theme)

🔄 The Complete Workflow

1. Create Collection (folder like "Christmas 2025")
2. Create Template Set (like "eBay Christmas Lifestyle")
3. Upload Mockup Images (42 PNGs for all colors)
4. Create Calibration (define print area positioning)
5. Link Mockups to Calibration
6. Create Application Rule (when to use this set)
7. Generate Mockups (design + template = listing image)

📊 Your Current System

✅ What you have:

• 4 Template Collections (folders)
• 3 Template Sets (mockup configurations)
• 42 Mockup Images (all colors, already uploaded)
• 3 Calibrations (positioning rules)
• 1 Application Rule (default for new designs)

✅ Already linked: Your 42 existing mockup images are linked to "Standard Colors" set

🎯 What You Can Do Now

Coming in Phase 3 (being built):

• 📁 Create new collections (e.g., "Summer 2025", "Amazon Style")
• 📦 Create new template sets (different mockup styles)
• 🖼️ Upload new mockup images
• 📐 Create calibrations (visual positioning tool)
• 📋 Create application rules (marketplace/seasonal automation)

For now: You can VIEW your existing template data and understand the structure.

💡 Real-World Example

Scenario: You want Christmas-themed mockups for eBay

1. Create collection: "Seasonal/Christmas 2025"
2. Create set: "eBay Christmas Festive" (type: 2d_overlay)
3. Upload 42 Christmas-styled mockup PNGs (festive backgrounds)
4. Create calibration: Position design in center with 8% top margin
5. Link all 42 mockups to this calibration
6. Create rule: "Use this set for designs tagged 'christmas' on eBay from Nov 1 - Jan 15"
7. Result: Christmas designs automatically use festive mockups during holiday season!