How is DesignLumo different from Canva?

Canva is template-based. You pick a pre-made design and tweak it. DesignLumo is AI-first: you just describe what you need ('Facebook ad for 50% sale on shoes') and it generates a unique, editable design in seconds. No scrolling through hundreds of templates. Faster, smarter, and built for fresh content every time.

What makes DesignLumo different from AI image generators?

Most AI tools generate pictures or flat images you can't edit. DesignLumo creates fully editable designs — with text, fonts, colors, and layers you can move around just like in Canva. That means you don't just get an image, you get a complete design you can customize.

Can I edit the designs like in Canva?

Yes, every design from DesignLumo is layer-by-layer editable. You can change text, fonts, colors, positions, images, and shapes easily. It feels just like Canva, but without the repetitive templates.

Is DesignLumo just for social media?

No. We primarily focus on social media, but you can also use DesignLumo to generate flyers, banners, documents, infographics, and more. If you can describe it, DesignLumo can design it for you.

How much does it cost?

You can try it with free credits. After that, affordable plans give you unlimited professional designs — far cheaper than hiring designers or agencies.

Do you offer refunds?

Yes, we offer refunds for unused credits. If you decide to cancel your subscription, we'll refund any remaining credits after deducting applicable fees. This ensures you only pay for what you've actually used.

Do I need design skills to use DesignLumo?

Not at all. Just type what you want, and you'll get a ready-to-use, editable design. Even if you've never designed before, you'll have scroll-stopping creatives in minutes.

Do I own the designs I make with DesignLumo?

Yes. You get full usage rights for personal or commercial use.

Can DesignLumo replace a graphic designer?

No, It won't replace creativity, but it removes time-consuming grunt work. Designers can use it to speed up drafts, while non-designers can get professional-looking creatives without hiring an agency.

How do I create Shopify banner images with DesignLumo?

Simply describe your Shopify banner in plain English: 'Create a banner for my fashion store sale - 40% off all items, elegant design with model wearing clothes.' AI generates multiple options you can edit. Export in Shopify-optimized sizes and upload directly to your store.

What makes DesignLumo different from other Shopify banner makers?

Unlike static banner generators, DesignLumo creates fully editable designs. You can change text, colors, layout, and images after generation. No design skills needed - just describe what you want and customize as needed.

Can I create banners for different Shopify themes?

Yes! DesignLumo exports banners in multiple sizes optimized for all Shopify themes. Whether you use Dawn, Debut, or any other theme, you'll get the perfect dimensions and formats for your store.

How quickly can I create a professional Shopify banner?

In under 2 minutes! Type your description, select from AI-generated options, make any edits, and export. No waiting for designers or struggling with complex software.

Built for Restaurant Marketing

TikTok Essentials: Tools for Restaurant Marketing

Restaurant owners need eye‑catching TikTok assets but often lack design skills or budget. This guide compiles the exact tools and step‑by‑step workflows that turn a plain phone video into high‑performing content. Each tactic is measured by click‑thro…

MayaJanuary 30, 2026

TikTok drives foot traffic, delivery orders, and event bookings when you showcase specials with polished visuals. The right tools let you produce professional covers, text overlays, and cross‑platform promos in minutes, not hours. Follow these proven processes and watch your engagement metrics climb.

1. Video Cover Creation

DesignLumo AI Cover Generator

Open DesignLumo, type a prompt like "vibrant taco platter with bold red accents, 1080x1920, brand font Helvetica" and hit generate. In seconds you receive a fully layered PSD file with editable text, background, and image layers. Swap the placeholder dish photo with your own, adjust colors to match your brand kit, then export a PNG. Upload the PNG as your TikTok cover to boost click‑through rates by up to 27% according to recent case studies. No templates, pure AI, and commercial rights included.

Canva Template Tweaker

Log into Canva, search "TikTok Cover" and select the free 1080x1920 template. Replace the placeholder image with a high‑resolution shot of your daily special, then apply your brand colors using the custom palette feature. Use the "Animate" button to add a subtle fade‑in effect, which TikTok respects when you export as PNG. Download and set as cover; this method typically improves watch‑time by 12% for restaurants that previously used generic thumbnails.

Midjourney Prompt + Photoshop Layering

In Midjourney, enter a detailed prompt: "hyper‑realistic sushi roll, neon teal background, cinematic lighting, 1080x1920" and select version 5 for the sharpest detail. Download the .png, open in Photoshop, and add a separate text layer with your restaurant's logo in your brand font. Convert the text to a smart object for future edits, then export the final composition as a PNG. This hybrid workflow yields unique, brand‑consistent covers that can increase follower growth by 15% when combined with AI novelty.

2. Text Overlay & Caption Design

Kapwing Auto‑Subtitle & Overlay

Upload your raw kitchen video to Kapwing (free tier up to 500 MB). Use the auto‑subtitle function to generate timestamps, then edit for spelling and brand voice. Add a text overlay layer, select your brand font from the library, and position it in the lower third where TikTok's UI won’t cover it. Export as MP4 with H.264 encoding. Brands that added Kapwing subtitles saw a 19% increase in average watch time, because captions keep viewers engaged on silent autoplay.

InShot Mobile Animated Text

Open InShot on your phone, import the TikTok video, then tap "Text" > "Style" to choose an animated preset like "Slide Up". Type the daily special, set the duration to 3 seconds, and match the color to your restaurant's palette using the hex code picker. Export at 1080p, 30 fps to keep file size under TikTok’s 287 MB limit. Restaurants using InShot for daily specials reported a 22% lift in comment engagement, driven by clear call‑to‑action overlays.

DesignLumo Text Layer Pack

In DesignLumo, request a "restaurant text overlay pack" with prompts such as "bold orange banner, sans‑serif, "Chef's Special"". The AI returns a zip of PNG and SVG files with transparent backgrounds, each layer fully editable. Import the PNGs into your video editor (e.g., CapCut) and drop them onto the timeline at the exact second you showcase the dish. Because the assets are vector‑based, scaling never loses quality, ensuring crisp overlays on any device and boosting click‑through to your order link by up to 30%.

3. Cross‑Platform Promotion Assets

Later Instagram Reel Repurposing

Connect your TikTok and Instagram accounts to Later. After publishing a TikTok video, use Later's "Auto‑Sync" to pull the video URL, then schedule it as an Instagram Reel with the same cover image. Add a swipe‑up link (or link sticker) that points to your delivery page, and include a short caption with relevant hashtags. Metrics from Later show a 14% lift in Instagram reach when the same TikTok content is repurposed with consistent branding.

Pinterest Pin Builder with DesignLumo

Take the TikTok thumbnail, feed it into DesignLumo with the prompt "add vertical Pinterest pin layout, 1000x1500, include SEO‑rich text overlay: 'Spicy Ramen Recipe'". Download the generated PNG, then upload to Pinterest using Tailwind's scheduler. Include keywords like "quick dinner" and a link back to your TikTok profile. Restaurants that added a Pinterest pin for each TikTok saw a 9% increase in referral traffic to their online ordering page within 30 days.

Email Header Auto‑Generator

In DesignLumo, ask for an email header that mirrors your TikTok branding: "Create a 600px wide header with the same teal background, logo on the left, and 'This Week's Specials' text in brand font". Export as a high‑resolution JPG, then upload to Mailchimp's campaign builder. Add a CTA button linking to the TikTok video. Brands that synced email headers with TikTok visuals observed a 5% uplift in open rates, likely due to visual consistency across channels.

Before you go

Batch‑produce a week’s worth of covers in DesignLumo using a single prompt with variable placeholders for daily specials.
Always export overlays as PNG with transparent backgrounds to keep file size low and avoid TikTok compression artifacts.
Track each asset’s performance with UTM parameters; prioritize tools that deliver >10% lift in watch time or click‑through.