When creating templates or selling websites built with Carrd, having quick placeholder images can make your demos look professional and save you time. That’s where Placehold.co comes in—a simple and powerful service for generating custom placeholder images in seconds.
Why template sellers should use Placehold.co #
- Custom sizes: Generate images in any dimension just by editing the URL.
- Text overlays: Add custom text directly onto your placeholders for better context.
- Color control: Choose background and text colors using HEX codes to match your brand.
- Fast and free: It works instantly with no account needed.
How it works #
Go to Placehold.co and simply adjust the URL to your needs.
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For a specific size:
https://placehold.co/300x200 -
To add text:
https://placehold.co/300x200?text=Sample+Image -
To customize colors (e.g., red background, white text):
https://placehold.co/300x200/ff0000/ffffff?text=Hello
Why it’s useful for your business #
Using a tool like Placehold.co helps you:
- Create stunning demos: Make your template previews look polished and professional. For example, in some of the free Carrd templates available on Temply, I use Placehold.co to ensure every demo looks clean and gives a clear idea of the final design.
- Showcase Client Projects: Quickly generate placeholders for client work while you wait for the final assets.
- Save Time on Mockups: Speed up your design process by skipping the tedious search for temporary images.
Ready to Level-Up Your Carrd Projects?
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