How To Use Photoshop Actions with Bulk Mockup?

Use Bulk Mockup for design placement and exports, then apply clean Photoshop Actions for editing.

Create or record a Photoshop Action that handles pre- or post-processing tasks such as resizing, background cleanup, or sharpening. In Bulk Mockup, select your PSD templates and designs, and run the batch process. 

After Bulk Mockup exports the mockups, apply your Action to the output folder through Photoshop’s Batch or Image Processor Pro for final adjustments. Keeping Actions clean without prompts ensures they run without interrupting the automation.


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Can I combine Actions with a mockup automation plugin for extra speed?

Yes. Bulk Mockup is built to replace smart objects and export mockups quickly. When paired with Photoshop Actions, you can automate additional editing, watermarking, or branding without slowing down the core mockup generation.

Which steps belong in an Action vs inside the plugin run?

All design placement, scaling, and template-specific adjustments should be handled by Bulk Mockup. 

Actions should be reserved for universal edits such as sharpening, background cleanup, adding text overlays, or converting file formats that apply to all exported mockups.

How do I record a clean Action without prompts that break a batch?

1. Turn off any dialog boxes for filters or save commands. 
2. Use relative layer selection rather than selecting by layer name. 
3. Avoid steps that require manual clicking. 
4. Test the Action on multiple files to confirm it runs without user input

What is the best way to run Actions on a folder before or after mockup generation?

If you need to prepare designs such as resizing, color correcting, or removing backgrounds, run the Action on your design folder before loading the designs into Bulk Mockup.

If you want to enhance or format final mockups, run the Action on Bulk Mockup’s exported files. This keeps edits separate from design placement.

Do I need separate Actions for different marketplaces, or can I parameterize exports?

You can use one Action if you include adjustable export steps. Save commands can be set to different formats, sizes, or compression levels depending on the marketplace. 

For major differences in product image requirements, keep separate Actions to avoid mistakes.


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How do I chain tasks like background cleanup, smart sharpen, and export naming reliably?

Record all steps in a single Action in the order you want them applied. Use non-interactive commands and set export naming rules in Photoshop’s Batch or Image Processor options. 

This ensures every file follows the same workflow without manual corrections.

What pitfalls make Actions fail during large runs, and how do I avoid them?

Actions often fail because of hardcoded file paths, layer name dependencies, or interactive steps. 

Always use relative selections, avoid dragging items manually, and keep paths flexible. Test the Action on various templates to confirm it works universally.

Is Image Processor still useful when I have Actions and a plugin?

Yes. Photoshop’s Image Processor can apply an Action while exporting files into multiple sizes or formats. This can be combined with Bulk Mockup to produce marketplace-ready files directly after mockup generation.

How do I test an Action on five files before a 1,000-image run?

Copy five sample files into a test folder and run the Action using Batch or Image Processor. Check the results for alignment, sharpness, and file naming. This small-scale test prevents errors from affecting a large-scale run.

Can I pause or resume a run without corrupting output or PSDs?

Bulk Mockup runs should be allowed to complete for clean results. If interrupted, you can restart the process from scratch using the same templates and designs.

Photoshop Actions do not have a built-in pause; stopping mid-run can cause incomplete edits.


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Should I keep Actions simple and let Bulk Mockup handle the heavy lifting?

Yes. Bulk Mockup should manage all design replacements, scaling, and template handling. Keep Actions focused on consistent edits and output formatting.

This keeps run times low and avoids unnecessary complexity in Actions.

Can you export different file formats with Actions?

Yes. You can add multiple “Save As” steps to export JPG, PNG, or TIFF versions from Bulk Mockup’s output files. This is useful when marketplaces require multiple formats from the same mockup set.

Which approach scales better for large product catalogs?

For catalogs with thousands of products, Bulk Mockup combined with efficient, minimal Actions is the most scalable workflow. The plugin handles placement speed, while Actions keep post-processing uniform without bottlenecks.

Can you combine Actions with BulkMockup automation?

Yes. Using Photoshop Actions alongside Bulk Mockup allows POD sellers to automate design placement, apply consistent edits, and export large batches in record time.

This setup is especially effective for sellers managing hundreds of templates and thousands of designs.


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