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# Word Search feature


The Word Search feature allows customers to create custom puzzles by entering names or words. Teeinblue will automatically generate a grid where the input words are pre-highlighted and circled, making it a perfect choice for personalized gifts like family name prints or posters. 

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/monosnap-image-2026-03-09-09-2_bahwlc.png)

Please continue reading to find out how to create it for your Store!

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# Creating the Word Search Layer

On your Artwork Editor, click on the `+ Layer` button, then select `Word Search` layer

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/image_1vhy0yz.png)
After that, you will see the following menu: 

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/image_ebz12t.png)
Continue reading to find that these setting does below:

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### WORD SEARCH SETTINGS

######  Default words (only for preview):

|| Note that the default words serve as preview purpose only, and they will not be rendered in the final design.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/monosnap-image-2026-03-06-16-3_k32og.png)

You can change these default words to any names you want, and the canvas will also change accordingly.
If you do not like the current layout, please use the `Regenerate Layout` button.

###### Min col/row
Determine the number of minimum columns and rows. You can choose from 8 to 36.

###### Populate values from other options
You can read more about this feature [here](https://support.teeinblue.com/en/article/auto-populate-values-from-other-options-maps-star-maps-10w90oi/)

Use this feature when your product has a single print area that appears on multiple sides, such as a mug or a tote bag.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/tmp_1wqxbji.png)
To use this feature, please toggle ON the `Populate values from other options` setting, then follow the step below:

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/tmp_1dfbcw1.png)

| To ensure secondary or multiple layers match the original layout, you **must** set their row and column values to be identical to the original layer.

###### Highlighted Text Color
You can set the text color of the found words via this setting:

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/monosnap-image-2026-03-06-16-4_15ig0ou.png)


###### Outline Color
You can set the outline color of the found words via this setting:
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/monosnap-image-2026-03-06-16-4_1gafh9h.png)

Should you want the highlighted text to have solid background, please toggle on the `Solid Background` button:
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/tmp_12kvgtf.png)


###### Add toggle to show/hide
Allow the Customers to toggle on/off the Word Search layer.

###### Personalization Options:
If you want the Customers be able to enter their own names, please enable `Enable personalization` button.

###### Option Title
Show the label of the text field on storefront.
Eg. Enter your names here, etc.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/monosnap-image-2026-03-06-16-3_1vmd2je.png)

###### Placeholder text
Temporary text showed on input field as guidelines.

Eg. Type your name here

###### Max words
Maximum number of names can be written. 

###### Input type:
Useful when you want to block the customers from entering certain characters or you want to set your own custom rules. Refer to the following [article](https://support.teeinblue.com/en/article/add-text-text-personalization-12lfa55/#6-input-type) for more details.

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### **FEATURE BEHAVIORS:**

* No matter if the names were input in lowercase or uppercase, the Live Preview, and the final render will always render the same in all uppercase characters.

* **Direction Limits:** The puzzle supports only three basic word directions. They are: top to bottom, left to right, top-left to bottom-right.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/tmp_1eraqj5.png)

* **Background Transparency:** The puzzle element is transparent by default and does not support a background color.
* **Grid Scaling:** The number of characters in the grid adjusts automatically based on the physical size of the element.
* **Layout Randomization:** Clicking the "Regenerate Layout" button completely recalculates and changes the position and direction of every word.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/monosnap-image-2026-03-09-09-3_smrohv.png)



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# Creating your Campaign

Once you're done with creating your Artwork, add it to your Campaign and launch it to your Storefront! 

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/6/0/8/5/6085dc2a7293d800/monosnap-image-2026-03-09-09-3_1brjn5f.png)
