How to Import Files into Craft Designer

Issue: How do I Import Files into Craft Designer? 

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Craft Designer makes it easy to import images from your computer or use designs generated with Illustrate AI for further editing. Follow this guide to quickly import your files and start designing!

Accessing Craft Designer

To use Craft Designer, you’ll need a Plus Membership. Access it here.

1. Importing an Image from Your Computer

If you want to import an image saved on your computer:

1. Open Craft Designer: Once logged in, navigate to the Craft Designer workspace.
2. Click on the 'Import' Button: Locate the Import Image button.
3. Select Your Image File: A file explorer window will open. Browse your local storage and select the image you want to import.
4. Supported Formats: Make sure your file is in PNG, JPEG, or SVG format, as these are the supported types.
5. Edit as Needed: Once imported, you can resize, modify, and edit your image as needed.

2. Importing an Image from Illustrate AI

If you’ve created designs using Illustrate AI, you can import them directly into Craft Designer:

1. Open Craft Designer: Start by accessing the Craft Designer workspace.
2. Click on the 'Import from Illustrate AI' Option: Locate the Import from Illustrate AI button.
3. Select Your Generated Image: A window of images you’ve created with Illustrate AI will appear. Choose the one you want to import.
4. Import for Editing: Click on the selected image to import it directly into Craft Designer for further editing.

Supported File Formats

Craft Designer supports three file formats:

• PNG: Ideal for transparent backgrounds and high-resolution images.
• JPEG: Great for photographic images without transparency.
• SVG: Best for scalable vector graphics that can be resized without losing quality. Perfect for Cricut and other cutting machine software.

Need Assistance?

If you encounter any issues while importing files or have questions about using Craft Designer, please reach out to our support team by submitting a support ticket. We’re here to help!