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✍️ How to Create a Handwritten Template in LettrLabs

June 6, 2025
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By:
Zach
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⏱️ 3–4 minutes

Personalization at scale starts with a great template.
With LettrLabs, you can easily design and launch handwritten cards, postcards, and flyersβ€”each customized to your brand and audience.

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to creating your first template:

βœ… Step 1: Navigate to the Templates Page

From your LettrLabs homepage:

  • Click the β€œOrders” tab on the left
  • Select β€œTemplates”
  • Choose an existing template or click β€œNew Template” to start from scratch
  • Give your template a clear, searchable name (e.g., VIP Welcome, Abandoned Cart Winback)

βœ‰οΈ Step 2: Choose a Product

You’ll be taken to the Products page, where you can choose from several format options:

  • Flat cards (our most popular option)
  • Folded cards
  • Postcards (including handwritten options)
  • Flyer + Handwritten Envelope combo

For this walkthrough, we’ll use the Handwritten Flat Card + Envelope.

πŸ“ Step 3: Compose Your Handwritten Message

In the editor:

  • Type your message directly into the template
  • What you type is exactly what will be handwritten by our robotics
  • Preview the handwriting live as you type

Want to change the look?

  • Choose from 60+ handwriting fonts
  • Adjust font size for the perfect balance
  • Add emphasis with bold, italics, or spacing

πŸ”— Step 4: Add Dynamic Mail Merge Fields

Personalization is easy with mail merge:

  • Use placeholders like [[first name]] to insert customer-specific info
  • You can also map custom fields like [[last order]], [[referral source]], etc. for deeper personalization

πŸ“² Step 5: Add a QR Code (Optional)

Want to drive traffic to a specific link?

  • Paste any URL (e.g., website, discount page, or custom landing page)
  • LettrLabs will automatically generate a QR code and place it on your card

πŸ–ΌοΈ Step 6: Upload Logos or Artwork

  • Upload your brand logo, product image, or any custom graphic
  • Add printed text alongside the handwritten message (e.g., promo codes, disclaimers, hashtags)
  • For the back of the card, upload a pre-designed image or use our Canva integration

βœ‰οΈ Step 7: Customize Your Envelope

  • Add your return address, sender name, and zip code
  • The system will flag any errors to ensure accuracy before saving

πŸ’Ύ Step 8: Save and Approve

  • Click β€œSave Draft”
  • Review your template
  • Once approved, it will appear on your home screenβ€”ready to use in campaigns or automations

πŸŽ‰ That’s It!

You’ve just created a personalized, handwritten mail templateβ€”ready to scale meaningful connections with your audience.

Need help designing your next card or setting up a campaign? Reach out to our teamβ€”we’re here to help!

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