1. Choose a Replacement Method

Your background can be replaced with or without a backdrop.

Virtual Background Replacement

Replacing the background virtually means you don't need a backdrop, reducing your equipment needs and avoiding the need for a large, loud-colored backdrop at your venue.

Virtual background replacement works best on iPads that have the A14 or greater processor because it allows us to show the background during capture. If you have multiple backgrounds to choose from, these iPads will also allow participants to choose their background before capture.

This includes:

iPad 10th gen
iPad Air 4th gen
iPad Pro 12.9" 5th gen
iPad Pro 11" 3rd gen

If you have an older iPad, virtual background replacement will still work but the background will not be visible during capture. If you have multiple backgrounds, participants will be able to choose between them after capture as long as you enable the backgrounds as a participant editing tool.

Participant Editing Tools

Green or Blue Screen

Using a physical backdrop is a great option if you have an older iPad and want participants to be able to choose their backdrop before they take their pictures, or simply to have the live preview during capture working properly.

2. Enable Background Replacement

The Background Replacement settings are separate from the "Photo Design" panel on your Presets page.

Find Background Replacement a few panels below Photo Design.

Enable background replacement using the checkbox next to the panel. Background files must be uploaded from your online dashboard and cannot be added in app at this time.

You will be prompted to upload your background as soon as background replacement is enabled, and the feature will automatically disable if no background is present.

Specify green, blue, or virtual for your backdrop.

Background File Sizing

Sizing is straightforward and only depends on your layout's crop or orientation. Learn more in our design guide.

Landscape	Portrait	Square
1280x960px	960x1280px	960x960px

3. Event Setup

Getting set up properly with your lighting and backdrop if applicable is the most important part of a successful experience with background replacement.

Lighting Recommendations

It is important to have a light source. Our HALO lighting is a great solution that works very well with our background replacement feature, or you might consider something more like our DIY recommendations.

Although they are not always necessary, you may be able to achieve better results by introducing fill lights to the side depending on the environmental lighting.

Lighting Tips

Adjust the brightness of your lights as well as the camera exposure in your app. It is a good idea to think about changing both of these at the same time in order to make your background appear flawless, while avoiding over- or under-exposed pictures.
Avoid setting up near harsh lighting that might create shadows. Bright overhead lighting can be particularly disruptive.
Keep an eye on your Gallery. If any adjustments need to be made after your event starts you'll be able to see it here.

Virtual Replacement Setup Recommendations

Plain backdrops work best
Avoid physical props that cover the face, which can make it harder for the software to detect people in the pictures.

Green or Blue Screen Setup Recommendations

Make sure your backdrop is smooth. We suggest using a cloth backdrop that is wrinkle resistant and clamped to your stand to ensure a smooth canvas. Any wrinkles or folds in the fabric will be noticeable on the final results.

Along the same lines, avoid any shadows or highlights on the backdrop.
Make sure participants aren't standing too close to the backdrop. If they are too close, green or blue hues may reflect onto their clothing or lighter hair and will cause your background to bleed.

You may want to mark a spot on the ground that directs guests where to stand.