From photo to
perfect canvas print
Canvas Print Hero professionally prepares your images for canvas printing — with mirroring, markers and precise cropping. In seconds, not hours.
Everything you need for
canvas printing
From DPI checking to print-ready TIFF — Canvas Print Hero covers the entire workflow.
5 Wrap Methods
Mirror, color fill, stretch, average color or image wrap — the right technique for every image.
DPI Quality Check
Instant traffic-light indicator showing if your image has enough resolution — before printing, not after.
Fold & Cut Markers
Precise lines for stretcher bar edges, staple positions and cut lines — right in the export.
Batch Processing
Prepare and export multiple images at once. Same settings, one click.
Triptych Mode
Automatically split multi-panel wall art — with gap calculation and offset.
TIFF, JPEG & PDF Export
Print-ready files with embedded ICC profile. Compatible with Mirage, Canon PPL and all RIPs.
Collage Mode
Combine multiple images in one canvas print. 9 templates, free arrangement, background images and drag & drop.
All Image Formats
JPEG, TIFF, PNG, PSD, WebP and HEIC/HEIF — just load any image, Canvas Print Hero handles it.
Logo & Backside
Print your own logo on the edge and backside. Logo manager with multiple profiles.
See Canvas Print Hero
in action
Three modes, one workflow — from single images to multi-panel wall art and photo collages.
Buy once, use forever
No subscription. No fine print. All updates within the major version included.
- All features unlocked
- All 5 wrap methods
- DPI quality check
- Presets & settings
- Markers & edge labels
- Triptych & logo manager
- Export with watermark
- Export without watermark
- TIFF, JPEG & PDF export
- All 5 wrap methods
- Presets & settings
- Fold/cut markers
- Edge labels
- DPI quality check
- Batch processing
- Triptych mode
- Logo & backside
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- Batch processing (unlimited)
- Triptych & multi-panel
- Collage mode
- Logo manager & backside
- Custom ICC profiles
- Additional languages
- Priority support
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Canvas Wrap Software & Gallery Wrap Software — Professional Canvas Print Preparation
Canvas Print Hero is a standalone desktop application (canvas wrap software) for professionally preparing canvas prints, stretcher bar images and gallery wraps. The app replaces complex Photoshop workflows and expensive Photoshop plugins: Instead of manual edge mirroring in Photoshop, Canvas Print Hero handles everything automatically — edge extension (mirror, color fill, stretch, average color), fold and cut markers, DPI quality check and batch export. Available for macOS, Windows and Linux.
Who is this canvas print software for?
Canvas Print Hero is designed for professional users who produce their own canvas prints — not for end consumers ordering canvas prints. The target audience includes:
- Photographers and photo studios with their own large format printer (Epson SureColor, Canon imagePROGRAF etc.)
- Print shops, print labs and photo service providers offering canvas prints as a service
- Galleries and fine art printers producing fine art prints on stretcher bars
- Canvas print shops and online printers looking to automate their print preparation
Canvas Print Hero features in detail
Gallery wrap & edge mirroring (5 methods)
Five different wrap methods for edge extension: Mirror Wrap, Color Fill, Stretch Wrap, Average Color and Image Wrap. Each method suits different subjects — from landscapes to portraits.
Triptych & multi-panel canvas software
The only canvas wrap software with built-in triptych and multi-panel mode. Automatically split a photo across multiple canvases — with individual panel sizes, gap calculation, offset and a wall sketch with overall dimensions. Ideal for multi-piece wall art and panoramic canvases.
Collage mode for canvas prints
Combine multiple images into a single canvas print with the WYSIWYG collage editor. 9 built-in templates, free arrangement via drag & drop, background images, frame effects (shadow, rotation, transparency) and undo/redo. A feature no other canvas wrap tool offers.
Batch processing
Process and export any number of images at once with identical settings. Ideal for print shops and print labs with high throughput. Progress indicator and detailed status reports per image.
Fold markers, cut lines & staple markers
Precise fold, cut and staple markers directly in the exported image. Essential for exact mounting on stretcher bars. Configurable colors, line weights and positions.
Logo manager & backside generation
Print your company logo on the image edge and generate a separate backside with logo, image title and production information. Multiple logo profiles for different clients or brands. Professional branding for your canvas print shop.
Compatible with all RIP software and large format printers
Exported files (TIFF, JPEG, PDF) are compatible with all major RIP software: DINAX Mirage, Canon Professional Print & Layout (PPL), Shiraz RIP, Colorbyte ImagePrint, Epson Print Layout and more. Works with any large format printer — Epson SureColor, Canon imagePROGRAF, HP DesignJet and others. ICC color profile embedding for accurate color reproduction.
Why Canvas Print Hero instead of Photoshop plugins?
Many photographers and print shops currently use Photoshop scripts and plugins for canvas print preparation — such as Ultra Canvas (EUR 351, Photoshop plugin), Teckelworks Gallery Wrap Script (Photoshop script, last updated 2016), ON1 Resize AI (gallery wrap as a side feature) or the limited manufacturer tools from Epson and Canon. Canvas Print Hero offers decisive advantages:
- No Adobe Photoshop required — standalone desktop app, saves the monthly Adobe license fee
- Triptych and multi-panel mode — no Photoshop plugin offers automatic splitting across multiple canvases
- Built-in collage mode with 9 templates — unique among all canvas wrap tools
- 5 wrap methods vs. typically 2–3 in Photoshop plugins
- Batch processing, DPI checking and logo manager in a single app
- Significantly cheaper than Ultra Canvas (EUR 351) and no recurring costs like Photoshop CC
Canvas Print Hero vs. alternatives — comparison table
| Feature | Canvas Print Hero | Ultra Canvas | Teckelworks | ON1 Resize AI | Epson Print Layout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standalone (no Photoshop) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| macOS + Windows + Linux | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 wrap methods | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Triptych / multi-panel | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Collage mode | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Batch processing | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Fold/cut markers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Logo & backside | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| All printers (not vendor-locked) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Price | from CHF 89 | EUR 99–351 | Free | $99.99 | Free |
Frequently asked questions about canvas wrap software
What is Canvas Print Hero?
Canvas Print Hero is a standalone desktop software (canvas wrap software / gallery wrap software) for professional canvas print preparation. The app automatically calculates edge extensions for stretcher bars, adds fold and cut markers and exports print-ready files. Available for macOS, Windows and Linux.
Do I need Adobe Photoshop for Canvas Print Hero?
No. Canvas Print Hero is a standalone application and does not require Adobe Photoshop. Unlike Photoshop plugins like Ultra Canvas or scripts like Teckelworks Gallery Wrap, Canvas Print Hero works completely independently. This saves you the monthly Adobe license fee.
What is the difference between Canvas Print Hero and a Photoshop plugin like Ultra Canvas?
Ultra Canvas (EUR 99–351) is a plugin that requires Adobe Photoshop. Canvas Print Hero is a standalone desktop app that works without Photoshop and offers additional features: triptych/multi-panel mode, collage editor, DPI quality check and compatibility with macOS, Windows and Linux.
Which wrap methods (edge extensions) are supported?
Canvas Print Hero supports 5 different wrap methods: Mirror Wrap, Color Fill, Stretch Wrap, Average Color and Image Wrap (Gallery Wrap). The optimal method depends on the image subject.
Can I create multi-panel canvas prints (triptych, diptych)?
Yes. Canvas Print Hero is the only canvas wrap software with built-in multi-panel mode. You can automatically split a single image across 2, 3, 4 or more canvases — including gap calculation, individual panel sizes and a wall sketch with overall dimensions.
Does Canvas Print Hero work with my large format printer?
Yes. Canvas Print Hero exports standard-compliant image files (TIFF, JPEG, PDF) with embedded ICC profiles. These files work with any printer and any RIP software — including Epson SureColor, Canon imagePROGRAF, DINAX Mirage, Shiraz RIP, Canon PPL and Colorbyte ImagePrint.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. The demo version of Canvas Print Hero offers full functionality — all features, all wrap methods, all modes. The only limitation: exported images contain a watermark. This lets you thoroughly test the software before choosing the Standard or Pro edition.