Mockup guides

Short, practical guides on using PSD mockups, written by a Photoshop designer with 15 years of experience.

How to Use Smart Objects in a PSD Mockup

Replace the design in any PSD mockup in five steps, and fix the usual problems.

Open the file, understand the layers, add your design and export a JPG or PNG.

When a generic template is enough, and when a custom PSD mockup is worth it.

A plain explanation of what is inside a PSD mockup and when to use one.

Place your logo, fix white boxes and change its color.

Three ways to recolor a product without losing shadows.

Open and edit a PSD mockup in your browser, without Photoshop.

Lighting, angle and quality tips for a better custom mockup.

A checklist for soft or pixelated mockup images.

Practical uses for store listings, clients and social posts.