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Overview
Creating Photo Cards
Creating Premium photo cards
Creating photo note cards
Creating Folded Cards and Postcards
Common Questions About Photo Cards
 
Overview
You can use any photo in your Walgreens photo center account to create photo cards with a personalized message. Create unique holiday cards, birthday cards, announcements, thank you notes, and more. Or send a photo card just keep in touch with family and friends. All cards (except postcards) include envelopes.

Choose from the following:

  • 4x8" photo cards (on photographic paper; available in sets of 20)
  • 5x7" photo cards (on photographic paper, available in sets of 20)
  • 5x7" folded cards
  • 5.5" x 4.25" photo note cards(set of 12)
  • 4.25x6" postcards
  • 5x7" postcards
If you'd like to create a photo card from a digital photo saved on your computer, upload the photo into your Walgreens photo center account. Then follow the instructions below. more info about uploading

The minimum recommended resolutions are as follows:

4x8" card: 640x426 pixels
5x7" folded card: 1050x750 pixels
4.25x6" postcard: 900x600 pixels
5x7" postcard: 1050x750 pixels

order photo cards

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Creating Photo Cards

To create photo cards, follow these steps:

  1. From your photo library, an album, or an individual photo page, click on Create in the menu to the right, then click on Cards.
  2. On the following page, you'll find the colored box featuring Photo Cards, and click anywhere on that box.
  3. On the following page, you'll see styles for 4"x8",5"x7" photo cards. Select a style that you'd like to use for your cards by clicking the circle to the lower left of the design you like. To view more designs, click the tabs at the top. Then click the CONTINUE button.
  4. If you didn't begin on a photo page, select the photo you'd like to use for your cards. You may first have to select the album that contains the photo, and then click the photo. Then click Choose this photo.
  5. On the following page, write a personal message for your photo card in the empty text field. If you'd like to see how your message will look on the card, click Preview message. When you're satisfied with your message, click CONTNUE.
  6. Review your card carefully to make sure that everything is exactly as you want it. If you'd like to change anything, click on any of the options provided. Take care to proofread your message; it will be printed exactly as it appears.
  7. When you've finished reviewing your card, choose the quantity you'd like at the lower left side of the page. Then click ADD TO CART.

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Creating Premium photo cards

To create a set of 20 premium photo cards, follow these steps:

  1. From the homepage, click on the "CARDS" tab, then on the cards page, click on "Premium photo cards".
  2. On the following page, you'll see different photo card designs and sizes. Towards the top of the page, you'll see designs for 4" x 8" photo cards. Toward the bottom of the page, you'll see styles for 5" x 7" photo cards. To view more designs, navigate through the category tabs near the top of the page.
  3. To choose a style that you'd like to use for your cards, click the circle to the lower left of the design, and then click the "CONTINUE" button.
  4. On the next page, choose the photo you'd like to use for your cards from the photo viewing menu on the right. Drag and drop your photo into the photo area on the card. To use a photo from another album, click the "Choose another album" link above the photos in the menu.

    NOTE: For multi-photo cards, all empty photo spaces must be filled in order to create the card.


    TIP: To crop and rotate your photos on this page, hold your mouse over the photo you selected for the card and click the "Edit" button that appears.

  5. Next, you can write a personal message on your photo card in the empty text field. To see how your message will look on the card, click "PREVIEW MESSAGE." When you're satisfied with your message, click the "CONTINUE" button. If you don't want to include your own message, leave the message area blank.
  6. On the next page, you can review your card and choose the finish style ("premium photo cards" will be pre-selected for you). If you'd like to change the photo, message, or card design, click on one of the links just to the right of the preview. Be sure to carefully proofread your message, as it will be printed exactly as it appears in the preview.
  7. When you've finished reviewing your card, choose the quantity you'd like at the lower right side of the page. Then click ADD TO CART.

4" x 8" or 5" x 7" premium photo cards are sold in sets of 20 and include envelopes.

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Creating Folded Cards and Postcards

To create folded cards and postcards, follow these steps:

  1. From your photo library, an album, or an individual photo page, click on Create in the menu to the right, then click on Cards.
  2. On the following page, you'll find the colored box featuring Folded Cards or Postcards and click anywhere on that box.
  3. If you did not begin on an individual photo page, select the photo you'd like to use for your card. You may have to first select the album in which the photo is stored, and then select the individual photo, by clicking on the photo. Then click Choose this Photo.
  4. Choose whether to use your photo full-size or use a designed border. Then, click the CONTINUE button at the bottom of the page.
  5. Next, create a personalized message for your cards. Choose a font style and color by clicking the round buttons, and type your message in the empty text field. To see how the text will look on your card, click Preview text on card.
  6. Before you complete your order, review your card. Be sure to proofread your message for any text errors. If you'd like to change anything about you card, you can do by clicking Edit on the review page.

    TIP: You can also upgrade your folded card to a talking card by entering the number of talking cards you'd like in the second "Quantity" box. With talking cards, you can record your own personal voice message for a greeting that's truly one-of-a-kind!

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Creating photo note cards

To create a set of 12 photo note cards, follow these steps:

  1. From the homepage, click on the "CARDS" tab, then on the cards page, click on "Photo note cards".
  2. On the following page, you'll see different photo note card designs. To view more designs, click the category links near the top of the page. To choose a design for your card, simply click on the design you'd like to use and you'll be automatically taken to the next step.

    TIP: Your card can be either vertical or horizontal - click the "Show vertical styles" or "Show horizontal styles" links to view the available designs.

  3. On the next page, choose the photo you'd like to use for your cards from the photo viewing menu on the right. Drag and drop your photo into the photo area on the card. To use a photo from another album, click the "Choose another album" link above the photos in the menu.

    TIP: You can edit a photo after you've placed it in the card template by clicking on the paintbrush icon at the bottom left corner of the photo. To remove a photo from a card, click on the grey "X" at the bottom right corner of the photo.

  4. Next, you can add and edit the messages on your photo note card. Click on a text area, a new pop-up window where you can write your own message. Once you've chosen your photos, layouts, designs, and messages, click the "CONTINUE" button.

    NOTE: You can add text and photos to the front, back, and inside of your card. Just click on the "front of," "inside," and "back" links beneath the preview to design and make changes.

  5. On the final page, you can preview your card. Be sure to proofread your message for any text errors. If you'd like to make any changes to your card, click the "Edit card" link underneath the preview.

    TIP: To see a bigger preview, click the "View card larger" link.

  6. Finally, enter the number of cards you'd like to order in the "Quantity" box next to "Notecards." Check the box next to "I have reviewed my card for errors," and then click the "ADD TO CART" button to begin the checkout process.

5.5" x 4.25" photo note cards are sold in sets of 12 and come with envelopes.

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Common Questions about Creating Photo Cards
What size cards can I order?
You can purchase:
  • 4" x 8" photo cards
  • 5" x 7" photo cards
  • 5" x 7" folded cards
  • 5.5" x 4.25" photo note cards(set of 12)
  • 4.25" x 6" postcards
  • 5" x 7" postcards

What choices do I have for the card I design?
We offer a wide variety of attractive designs, including for special occasions such as holidays, thank you notes, and party invitations.

For photo cards:

  • Use traditional style (your full photo with a sentiment)
  • Or choose one of our custom card designs

For folded cards and postcards:

  • Use your photo full-size
  • Or choose from an array of attractive borders to frame your photo
  • Choose the font and color you'd like to use for a personal message

You'll be able to preview your completed cards before completing your purchase.

Can I include a personal greeting or message for my recipient?
Absolutely! You can use a personal salutation and write a unique message that will be printed on your card. You can also choose from different designs and borders, and in the case of folded card and postcards, different fonts and colors for your greeting.

Plus, with talking photo cards, you can even record your own voice greeting for a truly one-of-a-kind photo card!

How do I record a greeting on my talking photo card?
You will record your greeting yourself AFTER you've ordered and received your talking card. Your talking photo card comes with step-by-step instructions to guide you through recording your message.

How long does it take to print, personalize, and mail my cards?
4x8" and 5x7" photo cards are printed within 1-2 business days from when you place your order. We will then ship them out via first-class mail, and they typically arrive within 3-5 business days. For folded cards and postcards, we will print, personalize, and deliver your cards to the post office on the next business day (if you order by 5:00 P.M. PT, Mon-Fri). If you order after 5 P.M. on Friday, your cards will be shipped on the following Tuesday.

Do you mail the cards to me or to my recipients?
4x8" and 5x7" photo cards, folded cards, and postcards can be shipped to only one address, so you'll need to send them out to your recipients yourself.

Folded cards and postcards can be boxed and sent to you. For folded cards, you can also request pre-stamped and pre-addressed envelopes.

What kind of paper are cards printed on?
4" x 8" and 5" x 7" photo cards are printed on high-quality photographic paper. Photo greeting cards, talking photo cards, and postcards are printed on heavy stock paper with a glossy finish. Premium photo cards are printed on premium-quality matte stationery paper, which is ideal for hand-written messages.

What about quality?
4x8" and 5x7" photo cards are printed on high-quality photographic paper, and folded cards and postcards are printed on heavy stock paper with a glossy finish.

To get the best quality card possible, be sure to use a photo that has sufficient resolution. If the photo you've chosen was originally developed through the Photo Center, the resolution will be sufficient to produce a photo card. You can also upload a digital photo to your Photo Center account and make a card from it.

The minimum resolution required to produce a 5x7" card from your digital photo is 640x480 pixels. For 4.25x6" cards, the minimum required resolution is 900 x 638 pixels and for 4x8" cards the minimum required resolution is 640 x 426 pixels. Regardless of the source of your photo, we will check its resolution during the card creation process and show a warning if the photo resolution is not sufficient.

How much do photo cards cost?
Photo cards are sold either individually or in sets, depending on which type you order. All photo cards except postcards come with envelops. Base pricing is as follows below, but please note that the more cards you order, the lower the cost per card or set will be.

Photo cards come in sets of 20 with envelopes.

Photo Card prices
Shipping Option Quantity 4x8" Photo Cards (set of 20) 5x7" Photo Cards (set of 20)
In-Store Pickup
1 set
$9.99 each
$16.99 each
2+ sets
$9.99 each
$14.99 each
Mail Delivery
1 set
$9.99 each
$16.99 each
2+ sets
$9.99 each
$14.99 each
Photo Cards Shipping and Handling Price Chart

Premium Photo Cards prices
Product Quantity Mail Delivery
4x8 Premium Photo Cards prices 1 set
$24.99 each
2-3 sets
$19.99 each
4+ sets
$14.99 each
5x7 Premium Photo Cards prices 1 set
$29.99 each
2-3 sets
$24.99 each
4+ sets
$19.99 each

Both 4x8" and 5x7" Premium photo cards come in sets of 20 with envelopes.
Stationery Cards Shipping and Handling Price Chart

Folded Cards prices
Quantity Mail Delivery
1-19 cards
$1.99 each
20-49 cards
$1.75 each
50-99 cards
$1.55 each
100+ cards
$1.45 each
Folded Cards Shipping and Handling Price Chart

Notecard prices
Quantity Mail Delivery
1+ sets
$12.99 each
Notecards Shipping and Handling Price Chart

Postcard prices
Product Quantity Mail Delivery
4.25x6 Postcard 1-19 cards
$0.99 each
20-49 cards
$0.89 each
50-99 cards
$0.79 each
100+ cards
$0.75 each
5x7 Postcard 1-19 cards
$1.29 each
20-49 cards
$1.19 each
50-99 cards
$1.09 each
100+ cards
$0.99 each
Folded Cards Shipping and Handling Price Chart

The price of your card includes online personalization and printing.

How many cards can I order at one time?
There is no limit to the number of 4x8" and 5x7" photo cards you can order, but they are available only in sets of 20. For folded cards and postcards, you can order one card or many.

What if I have a question about my order or don't like the cards I receive?
For returns on items picked up at your local Walgreens, please visit the store. For returns on photo prints received by mail, please contact Customer Service by emailing service@photo.walgreens.com or call our toll-free number: 866-264-2910.

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