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THE SHORT VERSION

You make the art. DraftSprite builds the editable listing draft.

Up to 20mock-ups
1listing video
13tailored tags
1listing draft
01

Getting started

Start with the artwork, not a long setup

01What does DraftSprite create from one artwork?

DraftSprite prepares up to 20 mock-ups from your chosen saved line-up, one listing video, an artwork-specific title and description, all 13 search tags and a complete editable listing draft. If you do not choose a saved line-up, it automatically selects 10 ratio-matched mock-ups instead. For digital listings, DraftSprite prepares five buyer download packs covering 2:3, 3:4, 4:5, 11:14, ISO A. Each ZIP contains a print JPEG and a PDF with printing instructions. These buyer files are separate from the room mock-up images used to display your artwork. You review every part before deciding what happens next.

02What is the quickest way to start?

Create a free account, optionally choose one of your saved ratio-labelled line-ups, then drop in one finished JPG or PNG. If you leave the line-up on automatic, DraftSprite detects the artwork ratio and chooses 10 matching non-PSD scenes. Smart Fit is the default. Preview the result, or choose Crop or Fit if you want to preserve the original proportions.

03Do I need to connect Etsy before I can try it?

No. You can start with your artwork and see DraftSprite's complete result first. Etsy connection is only relevant at handoff, and availability is shown clearly before you connect.

04Can I create one listing or a batch?

Both. Start with one artwork to learn the flow, or use the same saved listing setup for a collection. Each artwork still receives its own mock-ups, title, description and tags.

05Is DraftSprite an art generator?

No. DraftSprite starts with artwork you have already made. It prepares the selling materials around that artwork and keeps your original design under your control.

02

Artwork & ratios

The right shape is detected and labelled

06Which room mock-up ratios are available now?

The room mock-up library currently supports ISO A (A5 to A1) and 4:5 (8×10, 12×15 and 16×20). These are display scenes for your listing, not a limit on the print files your buyer receives. Every customer-facing scene is marked with its ratio in the Mock-up Library. For digital listings, DraftSprite prepares five buyer download packs covering 2:3, 3:4, 4:5, 11:14, ISO A. Each ZIP contains a print JPEG and a PDF with printing instructions. These buyer files are separate from the room mock-up images used to display your artwork.

07What happens when I upload customer artwork?

DraftSprite measures the artwork shape and applies the matching ratio-labelled line-up automatically. If the shapes differ, Smart Fit can gently reshape the artwork to reduce cropping. To preserve the original proportions, choose Crop to fill the frame or Fit under More fitting options to keep the whole artwork with padding. Preview the result before continuing.

08What if my artwork does not match a room mock-up ratio?

Preview how the artwork fits the scene. Smart Fit can gently reshape it to reduce cropping. For a proportional fit, choose Fit under More fitting options to keep the complete image with padding, or Crop to trim the edges and fill the frame. More room scene formats are planned, including 3:4, 2:3, 11:14, 5:7, Square. This does not limit digital buyer downloads: the five print packs cover 2:3, 3:4, 4:5, 11:14 and ISO A.

09Will DraftSprite stretch my artwork?

Smart Fit can gently reshape the artwork to reduce cropping and fill the frame without white borders. To keep the original proportions, choose Crop, which trims the edges, or Fit under More fitting options, which keeps the whole picture and may add white borders. Preview important details before approving the result.

10Which file type should I upload?

Use a clear, high-resolution JPG or PNG. A file already prepared in the intended print ratio is quickest, but the artwork preview lets you position and resize another shape before generation.

03

Mock-ups & video

Natural scenes that keep their real light

11Do I have to position the artwork in every room?

No. Choose a saved line-up of up to 20 scenes and DraftSprite applies it in your saved order. If no line-up is chosen, it falls back to 10 matching scenes automatically. In both cases, the artwork is fitted into each prepared area for you.

12Are frame shadows, reflections and foreground objects preserved?

Yes. A good DraftSprite scene keeps the room lighting on the frame, glass and artwork opening, including believable shadows, reflections and any plant or prop that naturally crosses the print. These are part of the scene, not flat decoration placed over the final image.

13How can I tell which ratio a mock-up scene uses?

Each customer-facing scene has a clear ratio badge in the Mock-up Library. Filter by the artwork ratio when customising a line-up, then add only matching scenes. DraftSprite prevents an incompatible line-up from being used silently.

14Can I change the headline image or scene order?

Yes. Put the strongest buyer-facing image first, reorder the rest and save that line-up for future listings. A particular listing can still be adjusted before approval.

15What are the listing video choices?

You can use reusable shop footage you have uploaded, or create a short scene-based video from the listing's artwork. The choice and final media order are shown before generation.

04

Copy & review

A complete first draft with a human check

16How are the title, description and tags written?

DraftSprite analyses the supplied artwork and combines that with your saved product details. It prepares an artwork-specific title, natural description and all 13 search tags rather than generic filler.

17Can I edit the result?

Yes. The title, description, tags, images, video, prices, sizes and delivery details remain reviewable. Edit anything that needs your voice or judgement before approval.

18What is a Listing Setup?

It is the reusable group of product choices for a listing, such as physical or digital, sizes, prices, delivery and shop wording. Save it once, then choose it by name when you create another draft. Ratio-labelled scene choices are managed separately in the Mock-up Library.

19What does DraftSprite mean by a listing draft?

It means the complete work prepared for one product: mock-ups, video, title, description, tags and your saved selling details. It stays editable and is not the same as a live Etsy listing.

05

Listing grades

A transparent completeness check, not an Etsy ranking score

20What is the DraftSprite listing grade based on?

The grade is a simple 100-point completeness check: tags are worth up to 30 points, title 25, images 25 and description 20. It is designed to highlight obvious gaps before you edit or update a listing.

21What do A, B, C and D mean?

A is 85–100, B is 70–84, C is 50–69 and D is 0–49. A higher grade means the listing passes more of DraftSprite's completeness checks. It does not guarantee Etsy search performance or sales.

22Does the grade measure Etsy SEO or search ranking?

No. The grade does not measure keyword relevance, image quality, click-through rate, conversion rate, Etsy search position or sales. Those need seller judgement and real shop performance data.

23Why do five images earn the full image score if Etsy allows more?

The image score rewards having enough useful buyer-facing views, not filling every slot. Five useful views earns the full completeness score; additional images can still improve a listing when they add genuinely useful information.

06

Etsy & security

Connect only when needed and stay in control

24Is Etsy handoff available to every customer now?

Build and review the complete listing in DraftSprite. Etsy draft handoff is available to approved connected shops.

25Does DraftSprite publish automatically?

No. DraftSprite never publishes a listing automatically. Where Etsy handoff is available, it creates a new unpublished draft only after you approve the final check.

26What can DraftSprite access when I connect Etsy?

Creates only new unpublished drafts after approval. Never publishes a listing automatically. Does not access orders, buyers, payments or reviews. Can be disconnected at any time.

27Can I disconnect my shop?

Yes. You can disconnect Etsy at any time. DraftSprite keeps its own saved setups and drafts so you can continue your work or reconnect the same shop later.

28Is DraftSprite part of Etsy?

No. DraftSprite is an independent tool operated by Ava Lily Studio. It is not endorsed or certified by Etsy, Inc.

29Who is responsible for the finished listing?

You are. DraftSprite provides an editable starting point and practical automation, while the seller remains responsible for the artwork, product accuracy, legal checks, shop policies and final approval.

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Free listings & support

Five free listings and real help

30What is included free?

Every account can create five complete listing builds free, with no card required. Each successful build includes the full mock-up line-up, video and listing copy. It is not a cut-down demo, and no paid subscription starts automatically.

31Will a paid subscription start automatically?

No. Your five free listings do not start a subscription. A paid plan begins only if you actively choose one after its terms and price are shown.

32Where can I get help?

The public Help & guides page explains the main tasks before or after signup. You can also email hello@draftsprite.com and receive a reply from a real person.

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