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Guides on App Store screenshots, ASO, and shipping indie apps.
Share your screenshot design and get feedback before you ship
LaunchShots now lets you share a live, editable version of your screenshot design with a private link — so a friend or community can actually try changes, not just look at a picture. Auto-expires in 7 days.
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How to make a QR code for your app (App Store & Google Play)
A practical guide to QR codes for app downloads — what they are, where to use them, how to make one that always scans, and when you need a static vs. smart QR code.
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App Store Screenshot Themes: Why Category Beats Generic Templates
Winning apps in each category share a visual language — and generic templates ignore it. Here's why category-tuned themes beat one-size-fits-all, and how to start from the right place.
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What is app-ads.txt, and how do I create one?
A plain-English guide to app-ads.txt — what it is, why missing it costs you ad revenue, the file format, DIRECT vs RESELLER, and exactly where to host it.
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The Complete App Launch Checklist (Free Tools for Every Step)
Everything you need to prepare before you hit publish — icon, screenshots, feature graphic, description, privacy policy, and more. A step-by-step checklist with a free tool for each task.
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App Store & Play Store Screenshot Sizes (2026 Guide)
Every iOS and Android screenshot size you need for 2026 — exact pixels for iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets, plus which sizes you can skip. A clear reference for your next app launch.
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Three New Mockup Frames: Clay, Minimal & Browser
Your app screenshot doesn't always need a glossy iPhone. Meet three new frames — a frameless Clay look, a brand-neutral Minimal frame, and a Browser window for web apps — plus when to use each.
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What's New: Landscape Exports, Multi-Phone Scenes, a Gallery & More
A big batch of editor updates: landscape and social export sizes, a three-phone scene mode, canvas zoom, a 20-design inspiration gallery, crisper 3D tilt, and a revamped feedback board.
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How to Make a Google Play Feature Graphic (Free, 1024×500)
Google Play needs a 1024×500 feature graphic before you can promote your app. Here are the exact specs, what makes a good one, and how to make yours free in your browser.
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