Create Professional Business Cards Using PixelLab (Step-by-Step)
A business card is often the first thing people see about your brand. A clean and well-designed card can leave a strong impression. With PixelLab, you don’t need expensive software or design experience to create a professional business card.
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to design both sides of a business card using PixelLab, step by step. This guide is perfect for beginners, small business owners, and freelancers.
Preparation
App installation and required assets
First, install PixelLab from the Play Store on your Android device. Make sure you are using the latest version so all tools work properly.
Before you start designing, collect all the items you will need:
- Your company logo
- Brand colors
- Contact details
- Any icons you want to use
Keeping everything ready will save time later.
Fonts, icons, logos, and templates
Choose simple and clean fonts. Avoid fancy fonts that are hard to read. Sans-serif fonts work best for business cards.
If you don’t have icons, you can use simple phone, email, and location icons. Make sure all icons match the same style.
You can also keep a blank business card template to reuse for future designs.
Standard business card dimensions
A standard business card size is:
- 3.5 x 2 inches
- Or 1050 x 600 pixels at 300 DPI
Using the correct size helps avoid printing problems.
Creating a reusable design kit
Create a small design kit with:
- Your brand colors
- Chosen fonts
- Logo versions
- Icon set
This helps keep all your designs consistent.
Canvas Setup
Creating a new canvas
Open PixelLab and tap on “New Project.”
Set the canvas size to the business card dimensions.
Use a white or light background for a clean look.
Setting background and brand colors
Apply your brand color to the background or use it as an accent color.
Avoid using too many colors. Two or three colors are enough.
Adding base shapes and accents
Use simple shapes like rectangles or lines to add style.
Place them on edges or corners for a modern look.
Locking background layers
Once the background is ready, lock the layer.
This prevents accidental changes while designing.
Front Side Design
Logo placement and styling
Place the logo at the top or center of the card.
Make sure it is clear and not too big.
Keep enough space around the logo so it stands out.
Adding name and job title
Add your name below or near the logo.
Use a slightly bigger font size for the name.
Place the job title under the name in a smaller size.
Text alignment and hierarchy
Align text properly using center or left alignment.
Keep spacing even to make the card look clean.
The most important text should be the easiest to see.
Using icons for visual balance
Icons help guide the eye and make the card look professional.
Use them carefully and don’t overcrowd the design.
Contact Details
Adding phone, email, and website
Add your phone number, email, and website clearly.
Each detail should be easy to read at a glance.
Location and address layout
If needed, add your business address or city.
Keep it short to avoid clutter.
Typography spacing and alignment
Leave enough space between lines.
Text that is too close together looks messy.
Visual consistency across elements
Use the same font style and color for all contact details.
This keeps the design balanced and neat.
Back Side Design
Duplicating or redesigning the canvas
Duplicate the front canvas to keep the same size.
You can also start fresh with a simple design.
Logo and company name placement
Place the logo in the center or top area.
Add the company name if it is not on the front side.
Minimal geometric accents
Add small shapes or lines for style.
Keep the design simple and clean.
Optional tagline or QR code
You can add a short tagline if you have one.
A QR code linking to your website is also a good option.
Effects and Polish
Text shadows and outlines
Use light shadows to improve text visibility.
Avoid heavy shadows that look outdated.
Color contrast and readability
Make sure text color stands out from the background.
Good contrast helps readability, especially in print.
Layout balance and final review
Check spacing, alignment, and font sizes.
Zoom out and review the design as a whole.
Export and Sharing
Export settings for print and web
Export the design as PNG or JPG.
Use high resolution for printing.
Saving PLP templates for reuse
Save the PixelLab project file.
This allows easy edits in the future.
Preparing files for printing
Check colors and margins before sending to print.
Avoid placing text too close to the edges.
Optimization for blog and Pinterest use
Resize the design if you want to share it online.
Use clean previews for blogs and Pinterest posts.
Conclusion
Designing a professional business card in PixelLab is easy when you follow simple steps. Focus on clean layout, readable text, and balanced colors. Save your design for future edits, and you’ll have a business card that looks professional and leaves a strong impression.
