How to Create, Upload, and Troubleshoot Room Mockups for Your Homepage Billboard
Room mockups are an essential feature for enhancing the visual appeal of your homepage billboard on the Art Storefronts platform. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating, uploading, and troubleshooting room mockups to ensure your homepage looks professional and engaging.
Creating Room Mockups Using ArtHelper
To create room mockups with framing, matting, and room settings, follow these steps:
Sign in to ArtHelper: - Use the same email and password as your Art Storefronts (ASF) Site Manager account. - Ensure your email is entered in all lowercase.
Upload Your Artworks: - Add the artworks you want to feature in your mockups.
Customize Your Mockups: - Select frames, mattes, and room settings to create the desired look.
Export or Save the Mockups: - Download the mockup images to your device for uploading.
Uploading Room Mockups to the Legacy Billboard
Once you have created your mockups, upload them to your homepage’s Legacy billboard:
Access the ASF Site Manager: - Log in to your ASF Site Manager account.
Navigate to the Billboard Section: - Go to Homepage > Billboard > Edit Billboard.
Upload the Mockup Images: - Select the mockup images you exported from ArtHelper and upload them.
Save Your Changes: - Click "Save" to apply the updates to your homepage.
Troubleshooting Missing or Default Billboard Images
If your billboard mockups disappear or are replaced with a default message (e.g., "Welcome to My Art Gallery"), follow these steps to restore them:
Recreate the Mockups: - Use ArtHelper to generate the desired room mockups again.
Re-upload the Images: - Follow the steps outlined in the "Uploading Room Mockups" section above.
Save and Verify: - Ensure the changes are saved and check your homepage to confirm the mockups are restored.
Additional Tips
Always save your mockup images in a secure location for future use.
Regularly update your billboard visuals to keep your homepage fresh and engaging.
By following these steps, you can effectively create, upload, and manage room mockups for your homepage billboard, ensuring a visually appealing and professional online presence.