How to Set Up 360 Booth Overlays (Step-by-Step)

Setting up a 360 booth overlay is straightforward once you understand how it works, but the first time can be confusing — especially if you're coming from a DSLR Booth background where templates work differently.

This guide covers the complete setup process for the three most common 360 platforms: RevoSpin, Spinner 360, and Snappic. If you're looking for overlay design guidance (sizing, layout, design rules), see the Complete Guide to 360 Booth Overlays first.

How 360 Overlays Work (30-Second Primer)

A 360 overlay is a transparent PNG that the software composites on top of every frame of the slow-motion video. Unlike DSLR Booth templates where the photo goes inside the design, a 360 overlay goes on top of the video.

That means:

• The center of your overlay must be completely transparent so the spinning subject shows through
• Design elements (borders, text, logos) sit at the edges of the frame
• The overlay dimensions must exactly match the video output resolution

If you're using a SnapTemplate file, transparency and dimensions are already correct for each size. No conversion needed.

What You Need Before Setup

• A PNG overlay file with proper transparency. SnapTemplate delivers all 360 overlays as PNG-24 with transparent backgrounds.
• The correct size for your output format. The five 360 sizes:

| Size | Pixels | Default Use | |------|--------|-------------| | 360 Portrait | 1072 × 1440 | Standard vertical output (most common) | | 360 Square | 1072 × 1072 | Instagram feed, event displays | | 360 Landscape | 1440 × 1072 | Horizontal screens, TV monitors | | 360 Wide | 1920 × 1072 | Cinematic widescreen | | 360 Tall | 1072 × 1920 | Instagram Stories, TikTok, Reels |

Start with 360 Portrait if you're unsure. It matches the default output on most platforms.

For a full breakdown of all 15 template sizes (print, digital, and 360), see Choosing the Right Template Size.

RevoSpin 360 Setup

RevoSpin is the most widely used 360 booth platform. Overlay setup is built into the main workflow.

Step 1: Set Video Output Resolution

Open the RevoSpin app and go to Settings > Video Output. Set the resolution to match your overlay file:

• For 360 Portrait overlay: set output to 1072 × 1440
• For 360 Tall (Stories/TikTok): set output to 1072 × 1920

The output resolution and overlay dimensions must match. If they don't, the overlay will be stretched, cropped, or offset.

Step 2: Import the Overlay

Navigate to Overlays in the RevoSpin settings panel. Tap Add Overlay (or Import) and select your PNG file.

RevoSpin will display a preview showing the overlay composited on top of a sample video. Check that:

• The transparent center is clear (you can see through to the video)
• Design elements at the edges are not cropped
• Text is readable and properly positioned

Step 3: Set Overlay Timing

RevoSpin lets you control when the overlay appears in the video:

• Full duration — overlay visible for the entire clip (most common)
• Delayed start — overlay fades in after 0.5–1 second (gives a "reveal" effect)
• Timed — overlay only appears for a portion of the clip

For most events, use full duration. The overlay should be part of the entire output.

Step 4: Test with a Real Spin

Record a test clip with the overlay active. Watch it back and check:

• Overlay doesn't obscure the subject at any rotation angle
• Text is readable against both light and dark backgrounds in the video
• Edge elements stay within frame
• The overlay looks good when the video is shared at its output resolution

Save the configuration as a preset for quick setup at the event.

Spinner 360 Setup

Spinner 360 follows a similar workflow to RevoSpin with minor interface differences.

Step 1: Configure Output

Open Spinner 360 and go to Video Settings. Set the output resolution to match your overlay (e.g., 1072 × 1440 for Portrait).

Step 2: Add Overlay Layer

Navigate to Overlays > Add and import your PNG file. Spinner 360 will show a layer preview. The overlay should sit at Layer 1 (top) so it renders on top of the video.

If Spinner places the overlay behind the video, drag it to the top of the layer stack.

Step 3: Verify Positioning

Spinner 360 lets you nudge the overlay position. For SnapTemplate files, the default centered/full-frame position should be correct. If the overlay appears offset, reset to center alignment.

Step 4: Test and Save

Record a test spin. Verify the overlay looks correct at all rotation angles. Save as a named preset.

Snappic Setup

Snappic is cloud-based, which means the overlay is applied server-side after the video is captured. The setup happens in the Snappic web dashboard, not on the device.

Step 1: Log In to Dashboard

Go to your Snappic dashboard and select your event (or create a new one). Navigate to Design > Overlays.

Step 2: Upload Overlay

Click Upload and select your PNG file. Snappic will show a preview with the overlay composited on a sample frame.

Step 3: Set Output Format

Under Video Settings, set the output resolution to match your overlay. Snappic supports both photo and 360 video modes — make sure you're configuring the 360 video settings, not the photo booth settings.

Step 4: Test Processing

Snappic processes video in the cloud, so there's a brief delay between capture and output. Capture a test clip and wait for the processed version to verify the overlay renders correctly.

Snappic tip: Because processing is cloud-based, upload your overlay and test processing before the event while you have reliable internet. Don't wait until you're on-site at a venue with spotty WiFi.

Common Problems and Fixes

Overlay appears as a solid image (no transparency)

Cause: The file was saved as a JPEG (no transparency support) or a PNG-8 with limited transparency.

Fix: Re-export as PNG-24 with full alpha transparency. SnapTemplate files are always PNG-24 — if you're seeing this with a SnapTemplate file, re-download it (the original download may have been corrupted).

Overlay is stretched or cropped

Cause: The video output resolution doesn't match the overlay dimensions.

Fix: Check the size table above. A 360 Portrait overlay (1072×1440) loaded into a 1080×1920 output setting will be distorted. Match the settings exactly. If your platform uses a non-standard resolution, order a custom overlay at the exact dimensions you need.

Design elements are cut off at the edges

Cause: The platform is applying a slight crop or corner radius to the output.

Fix: Keep critical text and design elements at least 30-50px from the absolute edge. SnapTemplate's 360 overlays include built-in safe margins, but if you've made custom edits, check the edges.

Overlay looks good on screen but bad when shared

Cause: Social media compression. Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms re-encode video, which can soften fine details.

Fix: Use bold, high-contrast design elements. Thin lines and small text get lost after compression. If your overlay has fine details that don't survive compression, consider using the 360 Tall (1072×1920) size for Stories/TikTok — the larger resolution gives more detail to work with before compression hits.

Video renders slowly with overlay applied

Cause: The overlay file is too large (high-res PNG on a slower device).

Fix: For RevoSpin and Spinner 360, the PNG file size shouldn't cause issues at standard 360 dimensions. If you experience slowness, check that you're not accidentally using an oversized file. SnapTemplate 360 overlays are optimized for the correct dimensions — they don't include unnecessary extra resolution.

Event-Day Workflow Tips

Pre-load everything. Import your overlay and test a full spin cycle before the event. Don't configure overlays on-site for the first time.

Bring multiple sizes. If you're running a 360 booth at a wedding where guests will share to both Instagram feed and Stories, having both 360 Portrait and 360 Tall overlays ready gives you options. Extra sizes are $5 each from SnapTemplate.

Test under event lighting. 360 booths are especially sensitive to lighting conditions. An overlay with thin white text might look great in your studio but disappear under bright venue lights. If possible, test at the actual venue or replicate the lighting conditions.

Save presets per client. Name your presets by client and date: Smith-Wedding-2026-Portrait. This makes it easy to reload the correct overlay if you need to restart the software during an event.

Have a fallback. Keep a clean, universal overlay ready (something like a simple branded frame) in case you run into issues with the client-specific overlay. Better to have a clean backup than no overlay at all.

Using SnapTemplate 360 Overlays

Every SnapTemplate design is available in all five 360 sizes, delivered as ready-to-use transparent PNGs.

• Instant downloads ($15): Browse the template gallery, customize text in the live preview, and download. Drop directly into your 360 software.
• Custom designs ($25): Order a custom overlay with your client's branding, colors, and event details. PSD + PNG delivered in 3 business days.
• Extra sizes: $5 each. Need both 360 Portrait for standard output and 360 Tall for TikTok? Add the second size for $5.

For design guidance on what makes a great 360 overlay, read the Complete Guide to 360 Booth Overlays. For platform-specific compatibility details, see the full compatibility guide.

Browse party templates and corporate templates for designs that work especially well as 360 overlays — bold borders and high-contrast text perform best on video.