How to Create Reusable Drag & Drop Mockup Templates in Photoshop

How to Create Reusable Drag & Drop Mockup Templates in Photoshop

Manually warping and blending logos onto product photos takes 15-30 minutes each time. Smart objects in Photoshop transform this repetitive process into a one-time setup that creates reusable templates.

This technique lets you drag and drop any design into a pre-configured mockup that automatically applies warping, blending, and lighting effects.

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Video by Brendan Williams. Any links or downloads mentioned by the creator are available only on YouTube

Essential Tips for Drag & Drop Mockups

  • Create a rectangular shape layer as your container, then convert it to a smart object to preserve all adjustments
  • Use Multiply blend mode for white surfaces and Screen for black surfaces to achieve natural color blending
  • Apply warp adjustments using corner points first, then add vertical splits to follow fabric folds and creases
  • Use Blend If sliders on the underlying layer to reveal fabric texture through your design
  • Duplicate the background object twice to create separate highlight and shadow layers using Screen and Multiply blend modes

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