As part of the submission process, Adobe Stock contributors must submit metadata for each template they submit using the Contributor Portal metadata form. Review the requirements and details below to describe your templates effectively.
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Metadata Form: Fill Out Form and save .CSV
Metadata Fields: Zip Filename | Title | Template Category | Keywords | Template Size | Colorspace | # of Pages or Options | Disclaimers | Generative AI
Metadata Form
Fill Out Form and Save .CSV
Every template needs metadata associated with the file. Use the metadata form for the Contributor Portal and fill out a row for each of the templates you are submitting. Then export a .CSV version of the form to upload to the Contributor Portal.
Known Limitations
Some required fields in the Contributor Portal can only be submitted with a metadata form at this time. Follow the instructions in the metadata form tab Instructions to save your metadata form as a .csv file to be submitted in the Contributor Portal.
Some .csv files exported from Excel may not be able to be uploaded to due to regional settings. If you are not located in the U.S. and you experience an error after uploading your .csv file, try the Google Sheets version of the metadata form.
Metadata Fields
For more information on the fields in the metadata form, read on to see how to fill out and select the appropriate options for your files.
Zip Filename
The Zip Filename is the filename of your template package. Include the .zip extension when filling out this field.
Title
Titles are short descriptions of your content to introduce your file to the customer. Your description of the content can impact a buyer's decision to license it. Use a descriptive and unique title for your template.
Tip: Use Title Case (capitalize first letter of each word) when titling your template.
Tip: Include the template type in the title (Layout, Mockup, Infographic, etc).
If possible, avoid naming your templates with the same titles so that users can distinguish between the different files you are offering. Do not include trademarked names, brand names, product names, or people's names in titles.
Tip: To distinguish your template title, add aesthetic descriptors for color, style, or design elements.
Other Examples:
Bold Presentation Layout with Geometric Elements
Modern Graphic Web Banner with Green Accents
Template Category
Enter the number that corresponds with the template category. Follow the Template Categories numbering system in the table below.
For more information on how to choose the correct category, see Template Categories.
Keywords
Keywords ensure that buyers can find your content. We will not auto-keyword your templates in the Contributor Portal. However, you can refer to Keywords in Metadata Requirements to get recommendations on what types of keywords to add to your template, and in what order.
There is a minimum of 5 keywords and a maximum of 49.
Keep in mind, the order of keywords is critical and arranged in order of importance. The first 10 keywords listed are given extra priority in search.
Technical Keywords
First we suggest using the following technical keywords to describe your template to make it easier for buyers to discover your content.
- Template: Use the keyword "template"
- App: the app name and filetype will be included
- Category: the category and related keywords
- Template Type: the template type and related keywords
- Template Size: for example US Letter, A4
- Colorspace: CMYK or RBG
Keyword Examples
Title: Yellow and White Resume Layout
Suggested Keywords: template, Yellow and White Resume Layout, Yellow, White, Resume, Layout, CV, cover letter, employee, employment, job, job search, hiring, professional, document, Print, size, paper, margin, border, bleed, indesign, indt, indd, customizable, editable, customize, edit, US Letter, CMYK
Title: White Tablet and Phone Mockup
Suggested Keywords: template, White Tablet And Phone Mockup, White, Tablet, Phone, Mockup, mock up, product, scene, context, in context, placement, prototype, showcase, realistic, Mobile, document, pdf, ereading, reading, smartphone, tablet, photoshop, psdt, psd, customizable, editable, customize, edit, 3500 x 2350 px, RGB
Descriptive Keyword Suggestions
You will want to use additional relevant keywords to describe the style, subject, and/or theme of your template.
- Design Style: such as modern, minimalistic, grunge, Memphis Design, Art Deco
- Themes: such as for business, weddings, travel
- Seasonal/Holiday Events: such as New Year's, Valentine's Day, Father's Day
Template Size
List the page, screen, or artboard sizes that are included in your template.
Examples:
US Letter
1920 x 1080 px
120 x 600px; 160 x 600px; 300 x 600px
For more information on acceptable template sizes, see Standard Paper and Screen Sizes.
Colorspace
Use the dropdown to select what colorspace the template is using:
- RGB: for mobile, web, and screen intentions
- CMYK: for print intentions
# of Pages or Options
Let the user know the amount of pages, screens, or design options are included in your template file
Examples:
2 design options
3 color options
10 pages
Disclaimers
If your template, thumbnail, and/or preview files showcase photos, use the dropdown to indicate whether or not they are included in the template file:
- Photos or design elements shown in the preview are for display only and are not included in the downloaded file
- Photos or design elements included: You created/own the photos and can provide model/property releases if applicable
- Leave blank if not applicable (no photos are being used)
For more information on photos usage, see Images in Templates and Thumbnail and Preview Images for Templates.
Generative AI
If your template includes Generative AI content, you must include specific metadata and tag your content appropriately to help customers find it.
For more information, review Generative AI Content in Templates prior to submitting this type of content.
Last Published: June 14th, 2022