TBS Cover Editor

What TBS Cover Editor is

TBS Cover Editor is Windows software for creating virtual product cover images. It can produce 3D box shots, DVD cases, member cards, CD covers and book covers for products such as software, e-books, music, movies, videos, audio records and books. More than 100 templates and a Design Wizard support new or customized designs. A flat worksheet shows every side of a box or cover on one screen. Editing tools include shapes, text labels, bitmap images, artistic text, vector objects, special effects and clipart. Its live 3D preview allows rotation, changed dimensions, drop shadows and reflections. The maker also lists animation and Flash features, including 3D animated images. A free mode permits ongoing evaluation, but exported images are watermarked. The paid TBS Cover Editor 2.x license costs $80, paid once for one user. Version 2.6 is listed at 39 Mb, with Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista and XP requirements.

Who it suits

TBS Cover Editor suits businesses that need designed product-cover visuals for digital or physical offerings. It is intended for Windows users who can work within a single-user desktop editor.

Limits

The free mode allows feature evaluation for as long as desired, but output images contain watermarks. The paid $80 as a one-time license is limited to one user.

Getting started

1. Open https://tbscover.trueboxshot.com/
2. Download version 2.6 for Windows
3. Install on Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP
4. Start from a template or use the Design Wizard
5. Edit the cover on the flat worksheet
6. Preview the result in 3D
7. Review the $80 as a one-time license option

Verdict

TBS Cover Editor focuses on making product-cover graphics with 2D tools and a 3D preview. The watermarked free mode supports evaluation, while the paid license is a one-time 80.00 USD purchase for one user.