Using the Badge Designer
The Badge Designer is where you create and customize your name badges. You can add guest information, QR codes, and adjust the layout to match your event branding.
Note: The Badge Designer will be improved soon with additional features. This guide covers the current functionality.
Opening the Badge Designer
- Go to Manage Templates → Name Badges.
- Click on default template or Create New Template.
- The Badge Designer will open.
What you can add to a badge
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
Dynamic data fields | Guest-specific information like first name, last name, company, table number, or any custom field |
Static text | Fixed text that appears on every badge of that template (e.g., "Annual Conference" "Guest" or "Speaker") |
Image or logo | Coming soon |
QR code | A unique QR code for each guest (choose which data field to use for the code) |
How to add and arrange elements
Add an element:
- Choose the element type from the left toolbar (Dynamic Text Field, Static Text, or QR Code).
- Drag and drop it onto the badge canvas.
- Position it where you want it to appear on the printed badge.
Move an element:
- Click and drag the element to the desired position on the canvas.
Tip: Use the align button to perfectly center, left or right align your elements.
Remove an element:
- Select the element and press the delete button or trash icon.
Customizing dynamic data fields
Dynamic fields pull information from your guest list. When you print a badge, the field is replaced with the actual guest data.
| Field type | Example |
|---|---|
Default fields | First Name, Last Name, Company, Email, Table |
Custom fields | Meal Preference, T-Shirt Size, Ticket Number |
Adding a QR code
QR codes allow guests to be scanned for check-in, session tracking, or other activities.
How to add:
- Select QR Code from the toolbar.
- Choose which data field to use for the QR code under QR Code Content (e.g., Email, Guest ID, or a custom field like Ticket Number).
- Drag and drop it to the preferred position on the canvas.
- Adjust the size as needed.
Adjusting appearance
Select any element to customize its appearance:
| Property | What you can change |
|---|---|
Font | Font family (e.g., Arial, Helvetica) |
Font size | Text size in points |
Alignment | Left, center, or right alignment and top, middle, or bottom alignment |
QR code size | Choose from small to large |
Setting the badge size (label size)
You can set the exact dimensions of your badge:
| Setting | Options |
|---|---|
Width | In millimeters (mm) – inch support coming soon |
Height | In millimeters (mm) – inch support coming soon |
Make sure the badge size matches the paper roll loaded in your printer.
Common label sizes:
- DieCut 62mm x 100mm
- 62mm Continuous roll
- DieCut 38mm x 90mm
Saving your template
- After designing your badge, click Save Badge.
- The template is now ready to use for printing.
Pro tips
- Generate a Badge to see how it looks like. Press the button and select a guest in your guest list to generate a preview as a PDF.
- Match paper size. Ensure your badge designer dimensions match the paper roll in your printer.
- Keep QR codes scannable. Make QR codes large enough for easy scanning.
Related Articles
- Editing and creating badge templates
- Generating badges in bulk
- Printing badges in the Check-in App
- Configuring the printer in the Check-in App