Creating digital props has never been easier thanks to our built-in Curator Designer tool. With just a few clicks, you can upload, place, and preview your custom digital props—all from your Curator dashboard.
🆕 This article reflects our updated method using the new web-based Curator Designer.
🧩 What Is a Digital Prop?
A digital prop is a PNG image (with transparent background) that can be overlaid on a guest’s face or body in real time—think sunglasses, hats, beards, or themed accessories. These are used in photo booth and 360 video experiences to create fun, shareable content.
✨ The New Way: Using the Curator Designer Tool
Step 1: Navigate to the Designer
Log into your Curator account
Go to the Assets section
Click Create Digital Prop
This will launch the Curator Designer, a powerful drag-and-drop tool that shows a model with facial placement guides.
Step 2: Upload Your Prop
Upload a PNG file with a transparent background
Drag and drop the prop onto the model where you'd like it to appear
🎩 For example, place a hat PNG at the top of the model’s head
Step 3: Create Two Components
The designer allows you to define two separate layers:
1. The Prop Placement (Live Experience)
This is where the prop appears during the photo or video experience. Align it properly on the model.
2. The Selector (Preview Icon)
This is the image that appears in the app when users are selecting props. It can be the same as the main prop or completely different (e.g., a simplified icon version).
🖼 Tip: Use a clearer or smaller version of your prop image for the selector if you'd like it to be easier to identify on small screens.
✅ Best Practices
Always use transparent PNG files
Keep props under 1MB for faster loading
Test the placement in the app before going live at an event
Create themed prop sets for holidays, branded activations, or special events