We are currently working on this page to help customers learn to use the design tool. Currently we are having issues with the videos playing on mobile devices. We know the solution but it will take a day or so before we can implement the videos to be viewed on mobile device. Currently you can view on a PC or Laptop if you would like to do so! Thank you Rusty Burton – allstarcheersigns.com
Allstar Design Tool Tutorials
Choosing your product Options
In this video you will learn how to use the product options to change your signs shape, size , number of printed sides etc.
Changing your background color
In this video you will learn how to change your background color on your design.
Adding shapes to your sign
In this video you will learn how to add shapes to your signs. The can give your sign a unique look.
Using the artwork library
In this video you will learn how to navigate and use the artwork library. We have several mascots and pre designed svg files that are available to use free of charge. It will be your best friend when using the design tool!
Using your own images
In this video you will learn how to use your own images in the design tool. You can upload SVG(recommended), JPG or PNG files using the upload images tab. You can purchase images on places such as Etsy or Creative Market among many other websites that can be used in your designs. You can also use Photoshop, Illustrator, Coreldraw or Inkscape(recommended free option) to create your own artwork that can be used in our design tool. I will be adding Inkscape tutorial videos soon to show you how it can be used free to recreate your school logo in the SVG format.
Using the text tool
In this video you will learn how to use the text tool to add text to your sign. We have several fonts available and will be adding more in the near future. If you would like a specific font, we will be more than happy to add it to our design tool for you to use!
Using the layers tab
In this video you will learn how to use the layers tab. This tab is important because it allows you to quickly move objects to the back or front if needed. When designing anything we always want to start in the back and work our way to the front as if stacking paper one on top of another!
Saving your sign
In this video you will learn how to save your sign. One important note this video doesn’t mention is that you need to be signed in to save the file to your account. We also recommend saving your sign before adding it to the cart. As a fail safe we coded the deisgner save function never to overwrite an existing file. So even if 2 files have the same name, it will not overwrite it and If you make changes to your sign but want to revert back to the old design, this makes it possible!
Downloading your design
In this video you will learn how to download your sign. In your My Signs tab from within the design tool you will find all of your signs. You can load each sign from within the design tool and choose to download them. We have the design tool coded to output 4 files types for each side of your design. The zipped folder will contain a .jpg, .pdf, .png an .svg file for each side. This gives you multiple options to choose to share across any platform from text to social media messaging apps if you need to collaborate with other coaches or team members!
Adding your signs to the cart
In this video you will learn how to add your sign. In your My Signs tab from within the design tool you will find all of your signs. You can load each sign from within the design tool and choose to add them to the cart individually. All product options must be selected before they can be added to the cart and you must confirm everything is correct so please look over the front and back. You have the option to download the design from your cart page as well and you should see your design, both front and back if double sided!
Applying a coupon code in the cart
In this video you will learn how to apply a coupon code if available. We do provide coupon codes at various times throughout the year. If you are in our mailing list you will receive coupon codes and emails such as new design tool features that may be useful to you. We do our best not to flood your inbox like other websites! If you mention who referred you we do make sure they receive a coupon code. So be neighborly and support your fellow cheer community teams and coaches by metioning their name!
Using the mask tool
In this video you will learn how to use the mask tool. This is useful for those customers that want to use images in their design instead of solid colors. The mask tool can take any vector shape and cut the image to that shape. Fun Fact: You can use digital papers purchased from Etsy, Creative Market or other websites to enhance your designs. You can also create these yourself using photoshop or similar design programs!
Copy front side to back
In this video you will learn how to copy the front side to the back. This is especially handy when designing flags that have the same design on both sides. You will only have to design one side then select your artwork and hit CONTROL + S on your keyboard. Fun Fact: This also works in reverse. So if you accidentally designed the back you can simply duplicate it to the front!
