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How Do I Make a Mug Template in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 12:59 am

If you’re looking to make a custom mug template in Photoshop, there are a few things you’ll need to do. First, open Photoshop and create a new document.

The dimensions for a standard coffee mug are 3.5 inches wide and 4 inches tall, so make sure your document is those dimensions. Next, you’ll need to find an image of a mug that you want to use as a starting point. You can search for “coffee mug” or “tea cup” images on Google, or you can find some stock photos on sites like iStockphoto or Shutterstock.

Once you have your image, open it in Photoshop and drag it into your new document. Resize the image so it fills the entire document, then go to the “Layer” menu and select “Flatten Image.” This will combine all of the layers into one layer, which will make it easier to work with.

Now that your image is flattened, you can start editing it to create your custom mug template. First, use the marquee tool to select the area of the mug that will be printed on.

Once you have that area selected, go to the “Edit” menu and choose “Copy.” Next, create a new layer by going to the “Layer” menu and selecting “New Layer.” Paste your selection into this new layer by going to the “Edit” menu and choosing “Paste.”

You should now have two layers: one with just the print area of the mug, and one with the rest of the image. You can now delete the bottom layer by clicking on it and pressing the delete key. All that’s left is your print area on a transparent background!

To save your file as a Photoshop template (.psd), go to the “File” menu and choose “Save As.” In the dialogue box that opens up, make sure you change the “Save As Type” drop-down menu to “Photoshop Template.” Now all you have to do is give your file a name and hit save!

PRO TIP: If you are not familiar with Photoshop, or mug templates in general, it is best to avoid this particular tutorial. While it may seem like a simple process, there are a number of steps involved that could easily lead to frustration and wasted time.

Conclusion: Creating a custom mug template in Photoshop is easy! Just follow the steps above and you’ll have your own template in no time.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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