{"id":3430,"date":"2026-10-09T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/?post_type=knowledge-base&#038;p=3430"},"modified":"2026-10-09T09:03:28","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T09:03:28","slug":"how-to-use-the-namedrop-tool","status":"publish","type":"knowledge-base","link":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/knowledge-base\/how-to-use-the-namedrop-tool\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use the Namedrop Tool"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Namedrop<\/strong> tool in eXPerience 8 automates the production of personalized items such as team uniforms, corporate wear, and name tags. Instead of manually retyping names and creating separate files one by one, Namedrop allows you to batch-generate multiple variations of an embroidery design using a single name list.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-block-embed-youtube is-type-video is-provider-youtube epyt-figure\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><div  style=\"display: block; margin: 0px auto;\"  id=\"_ytid_23654\"  width=\"1290\" height=\"725\"  data-origwidth=\"1290\" data-origheight=\"725\" data-facadesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AUEe2X1xjCs?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__ epyt-facade no-lazyload\" data-epautoplay=\"1\" ><img decoding=\"async\" data-spai-excluded=\"true\" class=\"epyt-facade-poster skip-lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"  alt=\"YouTube player\"  src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/AUEe2X1xjCs\/maxresdefault.jpg\"  \/><button class=\"epyt-facade-play\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg data-no-lazy=\"1\" height=\"100%\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 68 48\" width=\"100%\"><path class=\"ytp-large-play-button-bg\" d=\"M66.52,7.74c-0.78-2.93-2.49-5.41-5.42-6.19C55.79,.13,34,0,34,0S12.21,.13,6.9,1.55 C3.97,2.33,2.27,4.81,1.48,7.74C0.06,13.05,0,24,0,24s0.06,10.95,1.48,16.26c0.78,2.93,2.49,5.41,5.42,6.19 C12.21,47.87,34,48,34,48s21.79-0.13,27.1-1.55c2.93-0.78,4.64-3.26,5.42-6.19C67.94,34.95,68,24,68,24S67.94,13.05,66.52,7.74z\" fill=\"#f00\"><\/path><path d=\"M 45,24 27,14 27,34\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Open the Namedrop Tool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open your completed base embroidery design in eXPerience 8.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the placeholder text object that you want to replace with individual names.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Launch the tool using either of the following methods:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Right-Click Method:<\/strong> Right-click the selected text object and choose <strong>Namedrop<\/strong> from the context menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Menu Bar Method:<\/strong> Navigate to the top menu and select <strong>Tools<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Namedrop<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Build or Load Your Name List<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the Namedrop dialog opens, populate the list of names you wish to embroider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Typing Names:<\/strong> Type each name directly into the input area. Press <strong>Enter<\/strong> after each name to move to the next line.<strong>Note:<\/strong> Each line break is automatically recognized by the software as a separate name entry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pasting from External Software:<\/strong> If you have a roster from a spreadsheet (e.g., Excel) or text document, copy the column of names and paste (<strong>Ctrl + V<\/strong>) directly into the list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deleting Names:<\/strong> Click on any unwanted entry and press the <strong>Delete<\/strong> key.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Saving Lists:<\/strong> Click the <strong>Save<\/strong> option to store the active list as a file on your computer for recurring orders or annual team rosters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Loading Saved Lists:<\/strong> Click <strong>Load<\/strong> to import previously saved name lists directly into your current project.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Keep an organized folder on your computer for client rosters. Saving these lists allows you to quickly re-run individual replacements if a client orders additional garments later.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Choose Your Output Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on your production setup, choose whether to output each personalized design into its own file or lay them out together in a single hoop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option A: Generate Separate Design Files<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use this option when embroidering items one at a time on separate garments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check the box for <strong>Separate designs<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable <strong>Copy other object also<\/strong> to ensure logos, borders, and background embroidery elements from your base file accompany each new name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>OK<\/strong>. The software will generate a dedicated file for each name, opening each variation in a new tab ready for export or machine transfer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option B: Create an Array (Multi-Item Hooping)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use this option when batch-embroidering badges, patches, or ribbons within a large hoop or multi-head setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check the box for <strong>Create Array<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Configure your <strong>Array properties<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rows &amp; Columns:<\/strong> Define how many items to place horizontally and vertically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Horizontal &amp; Vertical Spacing:<\/strong> Enter the required distance between each design to allow proper cutting margins or hoop clearance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor the <strong>Pages<\/strong> counter:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your name count exceeds the available cells defined by your rows and columns, the <strong>Pages<\/strong> value increases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overflow names will be stacked onto subsequent virtual layers on top of the original array.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adjust your row and column numbers until the array cleanly accommodates your full roster within your stitch area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> When using the Array feature, always double-check your machine&#8217;s maximum hoop boundary. Ensure the combined width and height of the grid\u2014including spacing\u2014fits safely inside your hoop limits.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Configure Text Alignment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Names vary significantly in length. To control how long or short names fit into the designated design area, set your <strong>Text alignment<\/strong> preference:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stretch:<\/strong> Automatically adjusts font width, height, and letter spacing so every name spans the exact bounding box of the original template text.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Best for:<\/em> Standard-sized name badges, ribbons, or banners with fixed boundaries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Center:<\/strong> Preserves the original font size and proportions, aligning each name horizontally in the center of the text area.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Best for:<\/em> Left-chest apparel, monograms, and team logos where uniform stitch density and consistent letter height are preferred.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> If choosing <strong>Center<\/strong>, verify that your longest name does not collide with neighboring logos or border frames. If it does, use <strong>Stretch<\/strong> or slightly reduce the baseline text size before running Namedrop.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Namedrop tool in eXPerience 8 automates the production of personalized items such as team uniforms, corporate wear, and name tags.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3431,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":""},"categories-kb":[333,337,336,334],"class_list":["post-3430","knowledge-base","type-knowledge-base","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","categories-kb-how-to-training","categories-kb-how-to-training-advanced","categories-kb-how-to-training-operator","categories-kb-how-to-training-pilot"],"acf":[],"taxonomy_info":{"categories-kb":[{"value":333,"label":"How to Training"},{"value":337,"label":"How to Training - Advanced"},{"value":336,"label":"How to Training - Operator"},{"value":334,"label":"How to Training - Pilot"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Namedrop-1024x576.webp",1024,576,true],"author_info":{"display_name":"eXPerience embroidery software","author_link":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/author\/experience-embroidery-software\/"},"comment_info":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/knowledge-base\/3430","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/knowledge-base"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/knowledge-base"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3431"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3430"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"categories-kb","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wingsxp.com\/embroidery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories-kb?post=3430"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}