# Graphics Editing Program Recommendations

Simple Booth offers a wide range of built-in tools to customize your layouts directly within the app, often eliminating the need for external design software. However, if you want to create highly specific or elaborate branding, you can design your assets in a graphics editing program and import them into your settings. 

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#### File Sizes and Dimensions

Most design programs will prompt you to select canvas dimensions in pixels as your first step. While your design can be created in any aspect ratio, the final file size must be **under 8MB** to be uploaded to your account.

Once you upload your graphic to your settings, you can further resize and position the file to fit your layout perfectly. 

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#### Graphics Editing Programs

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[Canva](https://www.canva.com) is a user-friendly, browser-based design tool with a drag-and-drop interface. It includes an extensive library of fonts, images, and stickers, making it an excellent choice for non-designers.

* Cost: Free to use. However, a paid plan is required to export files with transparent backgrounds (essential for overlays) and to access premium assets.
* Support: [Canva Tutorials](https://www.canva.com/design-school/courses/?lesson=opening-canva-for-the-first-time)
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[Pixlr](https://www.pixlr.com) offers two distinct online editing tools depending on your skill level:

* **Pixlr Express**: A simplified, beginner-friendly tool for quick edits.
* **Pixlr Editor**: A more advanced editor with a layout similar to Adobe Photoshop.
* **Cost**: Free to use with daily export limits. Paid plans remove these limits and provide additional assets.
* **Support**: [Pixlr Support Center](https://pixlr.com/support/)
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If you prefer to outsource your creative work, platforms like [Fiverr](https://www.fiverr.com), [Upwork](https://www.upwork.com), or [99designs](https://www.99designs.com) allow you to hire professional designers for one-off projects.

* **Cost**: Prices vary significantly based on complexity, typically ranging from $5 to $30+.
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#### Video Editing Programs <a href="#h_65878eaa15" id="h_65878eaa15"></a>

To create or edit video-based graphics (such as those used for [custom start screens](/copy-of-halo-app/experience-designer/pre-capture/start-screen.md)) you will need a dedicated video editor.

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[OpenShot](https://www.openshot.org) is an open-source, beginner-friendly video editor that works on most desktop operating systems. It includes built-in tutorials to help you learn the interface quickly.

* **Cost**: Free.
* **Support**: [OpenShot User Guide](https://www.openshot.org/user-guide/)
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[iMovie](https://www.apple.com/imovie/) comes pre-installed on most Mac computers. It is a powerful tool for both basic and advanced video edits, though the interface may take a moment to learn for first-time users.

* **Cost**: Free for Mac users.
* **Support**: [iMovie User Guide](https://support.apple.com/imovie)
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