Tools & Guides

AI-powered tools, expert guides, and workflow automation built specifically for DTF and large format printing professionals.

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📚 Expert Guides

Comprehensive guides built from 30+ years of production experience. Download once, reference forever.

Pro Only

DALL·E 3 Prompting Guide for DTF Printing — Complete Edition

15,000-word comprehensive guide with 50+ production-tested prompts. Covers aspect ratios, two-stage workflows, quality control, and vector integration.

📄 Notion Workspace ⏱️ 3 hour read
Pro Only

DTF Prompt Library — Production-Ready Prompts

Database of 55 production-tested AI image prompts built specifically for DTF printing using DALL·E 3. Copy, paste, and generate print-ready concepts.

🗂️ Notion Database
Pro Only

Gemini Image Master Guide for DTF Printing

Complete guide for using Google Gemini AI for DTF design generation. Optimized prompts, workflow integration, and production tips.

📄 Notion Workspace 🆕 Recently Added
Pro Only

DTF Printer Buyer’s Survival Guide — 2026 Edition

Avoid expensive mistakes. Real-world advice on evaluating printers, spotting red flags, negotiating with vendors, and calculating true ROI.

📄 PDF Download 📅 Updated Dec 2025
Coming Soon

DTF Printer Buying Guide — 2026 Edition

Comprehensive buying guide covering all printer categories, feature comparisons, and decision frameworks for shops of all sizes.

📄 PDF Download 🗓️ Q1 2026
Coming Q1 2026
Free Download

DTF Printer Comparison Worksheet

Side-by-side comparison template for evaluating multiple DTF printers. Score features, calculate ROI, and make data-driven decisions.

📄 PDF Download ✅ Free Access
Free Download

DTF Quality Control Checklist

Pre-flight checklist for DTF production. Verify artwork, settings, and output quality before printing. Reduce waste and reprints.

📄 PDF Download ✅ Free Access
Free Download

DTF Aspect Ratio Quick Reference

Essential reference for DALL·E 3 aspect ratios in DTF workflows. Includes 1:1 artwork rules, mockup guidelines, and common mistakes to avoid.

📄 PDF Download ✅ Free Access

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🔧 Production Tools

Web-based tools designed to save time, reduce errors, and optimize your DTF workflow.

Pro Only

DTF Gang Sheet Builder

Optimize multiple designs on a single transfer sheet. Automatic nesting, custom sheet sizes, and print-ready export. Unlimited layouts for Pro members.

🌐 Web Tool ♾️ Unlimited Use
Free Tool

DPI Checker

Upload an image and instantly verify if it meets DTF print quality standards. Checks resolution, dimensions, and color mode.

🌐 Web Tool ✅ Free Access
Free Tool

Pixel Calculator

Convert between pixels, inches, and centimeters at various DPI settings. Essential for sizing DTF designs correctly.

🌐 Web Tool ✅ Free Access

⚙️ In Development

Tools currently in beta or active development. Pro members get early access when they launch.

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AI Prompt Templates

Ready-to-use AI printing tools prompt templates for mockup generation, material simulation, and client presentations—built specifically for Large Format & DTF.

📋 Template Library 🚧 In Testing
Coming Soon

Pro members will get early access when this launches.

Q1 2026

AI Quote Generator

Generate customer quotes in 30 seconds instead of 30 minutes. AI-powered pricing calculations, material selection, and professional PDF output.

🌐 Web Tool 🗓️ Launching Q1 2026
Q1 2026 Launch Get Pro Access

Included with Pro membership at no extra cost when it launches.

💡 Future Concepts

Tools we’re exploring based on feedback from print professionals. Vote for what you’d use most.

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DTF Background Remover Tool

Say goodbye to backgrounds and white haze! Get a ready-to-use transparent PNG for your DTF prints. Optimized for DTF production workflows.

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DTF Bulk Mockup Generator

Generate stunning mockups in bulk. Upload multiple designs, select garment styles, and export dozens of professional mockups in minutes.

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DTF Prompt Builder

Create custom prompts for your Direct-to-Film designs, tailored for AI image generators like DALL·E 3, Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, and Leonardo.AI.

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AI Image Vectorizer

Turn your PNG and JPG files into scalable SVG files with sharp, clean lines. Perfect for DTF artwork that needs to scale without quality loss.

🌐 Web Tool 💭 Exploring
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Faux Embroidery Prompt Generator

Create professional AI prompts for DTF/DTG printing that simulate embroidery effects. Just select your options and copy the prompt!

🌐 Web Tool 💭 Exploring
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Image Enlarger

Enlarge images to 2X/4X resolution and get a PNG ready for DTF printing. AI-powered upscaling maintains quality even at large sizes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about tools, guides, and Pro membership.

What’s included with Pro membership?

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Pro membership gives you unlimited access to:

  • Complete DALL·E Prompting Guide (15,000 words, 50+ tested prompts)
  • DTF Prompt Library (55 production-ready prompts in Notion database)
  • Gemini AI Guide for DTF printing workflows
  • Full Gang Sheet Builder with unlimited layouts
  • AI Quote Generator (launching Q1 2026, included at no extra cost)
  • Make.com workflow templates for print shop automation
  • Monthly prompt updates with new tested prompts
  • Priority email support (24-48 hour response time)

Everything is downloadable and yours to keep, even if you cancel.

Can I cancel my Pro membership anytime?

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Yes. You can cancel your Pro membership at any time with no cancellation fees or penalties.

If you cancel, your access continues until the end of your current billing period. Any guides or resources you’ve downloaded remain yours permanently.

Annual members who cancel within the first 30 days receive a pro-rated refund. After 30 days, annual subscriptions are non-refundable but you keep access for the full year.

Do I need AI experience to use these guides?

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No AI experience required. The guides are written specifically for print professionals, not AI experts.

Each guide includes:

  • Step-by-step instructions with screenshots
  • Copy-and-paste prompts ready to use immediately
  • Real production examples from DTF shops
  • Troubleshooting common issues
  • Quality control checklists

If you can use ChatGPT or Google, you can use these tools.

Are the free tools really free forever?

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Yes. Free tools (DPI Checker, Pixel Calculator) and free downloads (Quick Reference PDFs, comparison worksheets) remain free forever with no registration required.

We make money from Pro memberships, not by gating basic utilities. Free tools help you evaluate whether our approach works for your shop before committing to Pro.

How are the guides delivered?

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Guides are delivered in two formats:

Notion Workspaces (DALL·E Guide, Prompt Library, Gemini Guide): You get access to always-updated Notion databases that include the latest prompts, examples, and best practices. No file downloads, just bookmark the workspace.

PDF Downloads (Buyer’s Guides, Checklists): One-time downloads you can save locally, print, or share with your team.

Pro members get instant access to everything immediately after signup. No waiting for email delivery.

When will the AI Quote Generator launch?

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The AI Quote Generator is scheduled to launch in Q1 2026 (January-March).

If you join Pro now, you’ll get access to the Quote Generator at no additional cost when it launches. Your membership price stays the same — no surprises.

Pro members also get early beta access to test and provide feedback before the public release.

Do you offer refunds?

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Yes. We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all Pro memberships.

If Pro membership doesn’t deliver value for your shop within 30 days, email us at hello@printingtldr.com for a full refund. No questions asked.

We’d rather you be successful than unhappy with a membership you’re not using.

Can I use these guides for commercial purposes?

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Absolutely. Pro membership is designed for commercial use in your print shop.

You can:

  • Use all prompts and tools to create client work
  • Generate designs for customers using the guides
  • Share checklists and workflows with your team
  • Print and post reference guides in your shop

What you cannot do: Resell or redistribute the guides themselves to other print shops or package them as your own training materials.

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