Design Tool
Enter Text
Preview Background
For online preview purposes onlyCapital Letter Height
Total Size (All Lines, Inches)
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Text & Size
Set the text, size and the on-screen preview background color (for preview only, not a part of the lettering). Multiple lines of text are centered by default and can be changed on the Font Settings tab. Avoid extra spaces at the beginning and end of each line to keep the lettering centered.
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enter text
Type the text of what you would like the decal to say. Multiple lines of text are centered by default.
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preview background
Change the background color for the on screen preview only. The checkered background shown on the screen represents where the vinyl background is cut out and removed. All the letters will come prespaced on a sheet to install as one application, then after removing the transfer tape just the individual letters will be left on the surface.
If you would like a solid background color on the lettering you can select this on the Purchase tab.
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capital letter height
This is the avarage size of just the Capital letters in the design. If you have a lower case letter with a descender sticking down below the capital letter or if you have multiple lines of text the total overall height the design will be larger than the Capital letter.
Character Spacing
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font settings
Set the color of your lettering on this tab. You can also make the lettering bold or italic or change the font style.
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font name
You can change the font from the drop down list. You can also add bold or italic styles to the letters.
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lettering color
Change the color of the lettering by clicking on one of the colored squares. The on-screen preview will show the lettering in the color you select. If the checkered background is the same color as the lettering you are selecting just click on the Text & Size tab and change the preview background color.
Click on enlarge Samples to view the standard colors available larger on the page. * Each screen can display the colors a little differently and the color shown may not be slightly different than the vinyl lettering color.
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character spacing
Change the amount of space between each letter.
Border Position
Adjust Drop Shadow Offset
VerticalShadow
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border/shadow
Add an outline border and/or shadow to the lettering.
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borders
Select the Show Border option to add an outline border around each letter. You can make the border thicker or thinner by using the - or + buttons or typing a new number in the box. Remove the border by un-checking the Show Border box.
The Preview Preset Options can be used to preview the border in 6 different thicknesses at the same time. Just click on the preview that you like to select that thickness.
Change the border color by clicking on the colored squares on the left side of the screen. The name of the font with be displayed.
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shadows
Add a shadow by selecting a shadow option.
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adjust drop shadow offset
For drop shadows only, increase the vertical or horizontal amounts to move the shadow away from the lettering. Decrease the amounts to move it closer.
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Effect Adjustments
Select an effect to see available adjustments.
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special effects
Skip over this tab unless you would like to add an effect like arched, wave, slanted lettering etc…
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special effects
Preview all the effects by clicking Preview All The Effects. You can also select an effect from the list.
Each effect will have a few Effect Adjustments to change the effect. Each adjustment includes a quick description of what is does or how to use it.
Most of the effects have Preset Options on the right hand size. Click on a preset number or select Compare Preset Options to compare all the presets and select the one you like.
Background Options
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help section
Select the material and background options. The lettering will come ready to install unless you choose the cost saving Do It Yourself weeding option.
Price EA is for the entire decal design shown in the website preview. You will need to change the quantity to 2 if you need duplicates to install on both sides of a vehicle, boat, mailbox etc…
Also check the sizes in the Item Summary before adding to the shopping cart as the proportions may have changed if a new font, border/shadow, or other effect has been applied.
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select material
The Standard Calendared Vinyl is a great option for almost any project that only needs lettering for 3-4 years. The Premium 3M™ Cast Vinyl is the best vinyl and is manufacturer rated for 7+ years. The Reflective Vinyl is also a premium cast vinyl that is highly visible at night time when lights shine on it.
Select the Vinyl Product Information button for more detailed information about the vinyls.
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weeding and tape options
If you leave the option for Ready to Install selected, the lettering will come 100% ready to install. If you select the Do-It-Yourself option, we will cut out your lettering for you and ship it to you without removing the extra vinyl or adding application tape. You will need to "Weed and Tape" your lettering before you install it. (You will need to provide your own masking tape when selecting this option.)
This option is not recommended for large decals and is better suited for smaller do it yourself and craft projects.
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