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 App Developers

Step-by-Step Creative Workflow for Mobile Apps

Mobile developers need conversion‑focused graphics without hiring designers. This guide shows how to produce professional assets in minutes.

MayaFebruary 15, 2026

Every app’s success hinges on visual persuasion—store screenshots, ad creatives, and update announcements drive downloads and retention. Follow these exact, tool‑specific steps to cut production time by 80% and boost key metrics.

1. App Store Visuals

Automated Screenshot Mockups

Open DesignLumo (https://www.designlumo.com) and type a prompt like “iPhone 15 Pro Max displaying my fitness app’s dashboard in dark mode”. Choose the built‑in device frame, enable the Brand Kit for your primary colors, and click Generate. Lumo returns a fully layered PSD where each UI element is editable. Export a 1242 × 2688 PNG, then upload to App Store Connect. Run an A/B test against a static mockup; developers report a 15 % lift in click‑through rate after switching to AI‑generated mockups. No Photoshop needed, and the workflow takes under five minutes.

AI‑Powered Feature Carousel

In DesignLumo, create a carousel by feeding a list of feature headlines and short benefit statements. Example prompt: “Four‑slide carousel for a meditation app, each slide showing a unique feature with a pastel background, white icon, and headline in Open Sans”. Lumo builds each slide as a separate layer group, preserving consistent typography and spacing. Export as a single 1242 × 2688 PNG sprite sheet or individual PNGs for App Store Connect. Track conversion on the store page; top‑performing apps see a 12 % increase in install rate after adding a carousel. Adjust colors instantly via the Brand Kit to match seasonal promos.

Dynamic Localization Assets

Generate localized screenshots in 15 languages by adding a language tag to your DesignLumo prompt, e.g., “German version of the onboarding screen with German copy”. Lumo clones the original layers, swaps the text, and keeps UI spacing intact. Use the batch export feature to download a ZIP containing all language PNGs sized for the App Store. Upload each set to the respective language store listing. Developers have measured a 20 % rise in non‑English downloads when using precisely localized mockups versus a single English image. No manual copy‑pasting, pure AI speed.

Instant Ad Creative Generator

Feed DesignLumo a prompt like “Facebook ad for a language‑learning app, 1080 × 1080, featuring a smiling user, bold headline ‘Learn Spanish in 7 Days’, brand teal background”. Lumo returns layered Photoshop files where you can instantly swap the headline, adjust the CTA button, and replace the user photo with your own. Export a Web‑optimized JPEG (under 150 KB) and upload to Meta Ads Manager. Track cost‑per‑install (CPI); marketers report a 30 % reduction in CPI after switching from static Canva templates to AI‑generated, highly targeted creatives.

Story Frame Templates with Brand Kit

Create Instagram Story frames by prompting DesignLumo: “Vertical 1080 × 1920 story template for a gaming app, with space for three bullet points, brand purple gradient, and a swipe‑up CTA”. The output includes editable text boxes, placeholder image layers, and a locked brand gradient. Import the PSD into Canva if you need quick animation, or edit directly in Lumo to change copy for each campaign. A/B test two headline variations; the best‑performing story boosts swipe‑up rates by 18 % compared to generic story templates.

Performance‑Tracked A/B Image Variants

Use DesignLumo’s “Variant” mode to spin three color‑scheme alternatives from a single prompt. Example: “Three versions of a TikTok ad for a budgeting app, each with a different accent color (green, orange, blue)”. Export each PNG, then upload to your ad platform’s A/B testing suite. Monitor impressions, click‑through rate, and install conversion. Data from early adopters shows the top‑performing variant lifts CTR by 22 % over the baseline, proving that AI‑generated micro‑variations outperform manual redesigns.

3. Update & Milestone Announcements

Version Release Banner Builder

When pushing version 2.3, type a DesignLumo prompt: “Banner 1125 × 2436 for iOS, announcing ‘Version 2.3 – New Dark Mode’, with brand accent, subtle drop shadow, and a ‘Learn More’ button”. Lumo creates editable layers for the version number, headline, and button shape. Export a PNG for the in‑app notification and a WebP for the app’s website. After implementing AI‑crafted banners, developers have measured a 9 % increase in feature‑adoption within the first 48 hours of release.

Download Milestone Countdown Graphic

Generate a countdown visual for a 1‑million‑download milestone with DesignLumo: “Instagram post 1080 × 1080, showing a circular progress bar at 75 % filled, bold text ‘750K Downloads’, brand navy background”. Use the built‑in timer layer to swap the percentage each week without redesign. Export PNGs for Instagram and LinkedIn. Tracking reveals a 14 % lift in organic shares when the graphic updates weekly versus a static announcement image.

Push Notification Image Optimizer

DesignLumo can produce push‑notification‑ready images that meet Apple’s 1024 × 512 requirement. Prompt: “Push image for a fitness app, half‑screen photo of a runner, overlay ‘30‑Day Challenge’ in white Open Sans, semi‑transparent black gradient”. After generation, use the layer mask to test different opacity levels (30 %, 50 %, 70 %). Export three PNGs, upload to Firebase Cloud Messaging, and run an A/B test. Teams have logged a 6 % uplift in notification open rates when the gradient opacity is set to 50 % versus the default 30 %.

Before you go

Leverage DesignLumo’s Brand Kit to enforce color & font consistency across every asset automatically.
Batch‑export localized screenshots and schedule them with Fastlane to keep store listings up‑to‑date without manual uploads.
Integrate Lumo’s exported PNGs directly into your CI pipeline (e.g., GitHub Actions) to auto‑publish new ad creatives with each release.