--- title: "QComposite: Create professional group and class photos with ease" description: "QComposite is a simple and efficient class composite software for providing group photos. The app, formerly known as QuickComposite, is now part of QSuite that will eventually integrate all Q-apps in one single suite: QMate, QID and QComposite." --- [Skip to content](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/qcomposite-create-professional-group-and-class-photos-with-ease#main-content) - [English](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/qcomposite-create-professional-group-and-class-photos-with-ease) - [Deutsch – Deutschland](https://help.gotphoto.com/de-de/support/qcomposite-klassen-und-gruppencollagen-einfach-erstellen) English Show submenu for translations ![GotPhoto Logo](https://help.gotphoto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ChatGPT%20Image%20Aug%2021%2c%202026%2c%2011_09_15%20AM.png?width=250&height=81&name=ChatGPT%20Image%20Aug%2021%2c%202026%2c%2011_09_15%20AM.png) Open main navigation Close main navigation - - [English](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/qcomposite-create-professional-group-and-class-photos-with-ease) - [Deutsch – Deutschland](https://help.gotphoto.com/de-de/support/qcomposite-klassen-und-gruppencollagen-einfach-erstellen) English Show submenu for translations Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Center](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support?hsLang=en) 2. [DIY Sports Graphic Creation & Group Composites](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/diy-sports-graphic-creation-group-composites?hsLang=en) 3. 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Previously known as [QuickComposite](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/quickcomposite-the-basics?hsLang=en), it is now part of QSuite, which also includes [QMate, QID, and QComposite](https://noltesoftware.com/products/). QComposite has two modes: **Standard mode** for full template editing and **Easy mode** for simplified collages using pre-made templates. This guide covers downloading, setup, and customizing templates. --- ![QComposite software interface overview](https://help.gotphoto.com/hubfs/gotphoto-migration/PaPrPE4SyPkaIWQMuKOJkWdZPoaShv9ShA.jpg) ![QComposite project layout preview](https://help.gotphoto.com/hubfs/gotphoto-migration/ZbohSJ3XLKubcYqVIy827-nHtQBE7v-ABA.png) ### **Get started** Follow these steps to set up QComposite and prepare your assets. 1. Download QComposite for Windows or macOS from the [downloads page](https://noltesoftware.com/downloads/). 2. Purchase your license key from the [order page](https://noltesoftware.com/order/). 3. \[Optional\] Use your existing QuickComposite license key by removing it from one app before entering it in the other. 4. Export student images from the Selling tab: [US guide](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/run-a-student-data-export-pspa-and-custom-export?hsLang=en) / [UK guide](https://help.gotphoto.com/en/support/run-a-student-data-export-sims-and-custom-export?hsLang=en). A helpful [video walkthrough](https://fotograf.wistia.com/medias/86tmplzfli) is also available. 5. Download pre-sized backgrounds [here](https://help.gotphoto.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20US%20Content/QComposite%202024/8x10%20_%205x7_Backgrounds%20Quick%20Composite%20and%20QComposite.zip?hsLang=en) or explore more options on [Nolte Software](https://noltesoftware.com/quickcomposite-backgrounds/). ### **Easy mode** Easy mode is designed for quick results using pre-made templates. It allows drag-and-drop placement and simple text editing for fast collage creation. - [Step-by-step PDF guide](https://help.gotphoto.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20US%20Content/QCompositeEasyMode_PDF_2024-10.pdf?hsLang=en) - [Video walkthrough](https://fotograf.wistia.com/medias/emgtflbkxj) ### **Standard mode** Standard mode provides full design control. You can create custom templates or edit every element including layers, text, and images. - [Step-by-step PDF guide](https://help.gotphoto.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20US%20Content/QComposite%20Standard%20Mode%2010_2024.pdf?hsLang=en) - [Video walkthrough](https://fotograf.wistia.com/medias/r8uwps9ab2) ### **Customize a preloaded template** This recommended beginner approach starts with a built-in template in Standard mode. You can then adapt it for your project needs. - [Step-by-step PDF guide](https://help.gotphoto.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20US%20Content/QComposite%202024/QCompositeWorkflowwithapreloadedTemplate_10-24-2024.pdf?hsLang=en) - [Video walkthrough](https://fotograf.wistia.com/medias/n0am9uzn1y) #### Pro tip: QComposite Help Use the **?** icon in the app for quick help. Access detailed articles at the [QComposite Help Center](https://noltesoftware.com/help/), including guides for the [Toolbar](https://noltesoftware.com/help-qdesigner-toolbar/), [Layer List](https://noltesoftware.com/help-qdesigner-layer-list/), and [Property Editor](https://noltesoftware.com/help-qdesigner-property-editor/). See all video tutorials [here](https://fotograf.wistia.com/folders/dn6zktendq). ### **FAQs** **How is QSuite billing handled?** QSuite is a third-party integration developed by Nolte Software. Each program within QSuite (QIDCard, QComposite, and QMate) is sold as an annual license. You can purchase them [here](https://noltesoftware.com/order/). Trial versions of all QSuite programs are available for download [here](https://noltesoftware.com/downloads/). Trials are identical to paid versions but include a watermark on exported images. For billing or order issues, please contact the developer directly at [this page](https://noltesoftware.com/gotphoto/). Customer Care cannot retrieve license keys or order details. For issues related to the GotPhoto integration with QSuite, our Customer Care team can provide support. Please grant service access to GotPhoto and provide detailed context (screenshots, job names, access codes, or videos if possible). ### **The takeaway** QComposite gives flexibility to both beginners and professionals. 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