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Add a border around an image in an email

Article: 000017877
Updated: April 2, 2024

Frame an image with a border to make it stand out

Trying to make your image really stand out from your content? An image border adds definition and graphical interest. If your image doesn't already have a border, you can add one without leaving your email draft using our image editing tools:

  1. Click anywhere on the image to open the toolbar and click Replace.

    Email editor, image in template selected, Image toolbar and Replace button
     
  2. Click Edit.

    Insert Image overlay with Library tab selected, List View selected, and Edit button
     
  3. From the image editor, select the Frames option.

    Image editor with tools menu expanded and Frames option selected
     
  4. Choose a frame style.

    Image editor with Frames option selected, and Frames menu options
     
  5. Adjust the opacity and width. Some frame options also have a Fill color that you can select.
  6. When you're finished, click Export.

    Image editor with Art Decor frame option selected, Opacity and Width adjustment options, and Fill color options, image with border preview, and Export button
     
  7. Click Insert.

    Insert Image overlay with Library tab selected, List View option selected, image with border preview, and Insert button
     

The image border is now visible in your email template and you can continue editing your email. For extra emphasis around your image, you can change the background color of the block too.

 

Light Bulb IconDesign tip: Want to get even more out of your email design? Check out our best practices for making your pictures pop!


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