How to Combine 2–16 FFXIV Screenshots in XIV Frame

Combining screenshots works best when you decide what each image contributes before adjusting the controls. This guide covers the multi-image process for two to sixteen images; with one photo, the canvas stays single and you can add a signature without choosing a layout. You can also choose a layout first to see its empty slots, then fill them with photos.

1. Decide the viewing order

1. Use the first image for the most important view, such as a full-body shot or the main pose.
2. Put the back view, alternate pose, or close-up after the main image.
3. Keep shots with similar lighting and framing together so the final canvas feels intentional.

2. Upload and reorder the cards

1. Open Image source on desktop or Photo on mobile.
2. Click the empty image cards and upload the files in the order you want to see them.
3. Use Swap Order to exchange the first two cards.
4. Use the left or right movement control on a card when you only need to move it one position.
5. Use Change when you want to replace one screenshot without rebuilding the composition.

3. Pick the layout for the number of images

1. Open Layout on desktop or the mobile Layout sheet.
2. With two images, choose Split for a side-by-side comparison.
3. Choose Vertical when the top-to-bottom order matters, such as a full-body shot followed by a detail shot.
4. With three or four images, choose Grid to create its four-slot 2×2 board. With three images, one slot remains empty. For exactly 9 or 16 images, choose the 3×3 or 4×4 grid template.

4. Choose a canvas ratio

1. The default Original ratio keeps the natural composition intact.
2. Choose the X timeline profile for a 16:9 wide result that reads clearly in the timeline. Check the downloaded file because the destination platform may crop unusual ratios.
3. Choose 2:1 when the images should form a long horizontal strip.
4. On mobile, change this from Export → Ratio Settings. The export ratio and the on-screen preview zoom are separate controls.

5. Tune the gaps and seams

1. Choose None under Transition when you want a clear gap between frames.
2. Adjust Image Gap from 0 to 100px until the spacing is even.
3. Choose Soft Blend when you want neighboring images to overlap.
4. Adjust Blend Width gradually. A very wide blend can cover important details near the edge of a frame.
5. Add Border Width when the composition needs a consistent outer margin.

6. Correct each crop

1. Select one image card at a time.
2. Use the Selected image scale slider or enter a value between 50% and 300%.
3. Drag the selected image on the canvas so faces, weapons, and outfit details are visible.
4. Scroll over the selected image for quick zoom adjustments.
5. Use Reset if one image becomes difficult to frame, then adjust it again from the default position.
6. Turn on Lock Image Position after all cards are aligned.

7. Add the finishing layers

1. Choose a background under Surface finish: White, Black, Light Gray, Transparent, or Custom.
2. Keep Film Grain at 0% unless a small amount of texture helps unify the screenshots.
3. If needed, open Signature → Text and add a character name and server label.
4. If you have a Free Company mark, add it from Signature → Logo Upload and keep it away from the main subject.

8. Save and review

1. Check that the first card is still the visual lead and that no face or important detail is clipped.
2. Click Export PNG on desktop or use Export → Save Photo on mobile. PNG is preferred; if an opaque result exceeds 5 MB, the editor saves a high-quality JPEG instead.
3. Open the downloaded file once before posting. If an edge is clipped, return to the active image card and correct its scale or position.