{"id":754,"date":"2026-06-21T05:07:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-21T05:07:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nilo.io\/articles\/roblox-shirt-template"},"modified":"2026-06-21T05:07:23","modified_gmt":"2026-06-21T05:07:23","slug":"roblox-shirt-template","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nilo.io\/articles\/roblox-shirt-template","title":{"rendered":"Roblox Shirt Template: Size, Layout &amp; Upload Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Written by: Nuno Leiria, Founder &amp; CEO @ Nilo<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>The official Roblox shirt template is a 585\u00d7559 transparent PNG that maps every visible surface of the classic avatar body.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>You download the template from Roblox Creator Documentation, paint on a new layer, then export as PNG with transparency to avoid upload errors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>You upload through create.roblox.com under Classic Clothing after confirming exact dimensions, transparency, and PNG format.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Common failures include wrong dimensions, opaque backgrounds, and design regions bleeding outside template boundaries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>For 3D clothing and accessories, you can skip flat templates and <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/nilo.io\/?utm_source=aga&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=aga_content\">use Nilo&#8217;s browser-based pipeline<\/a> to generate, clean up, rig, and export Roblox-ready assets in one flow.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Roblox Shirt Template Transparent \u2013 Exact Size and Layout<\/h2>\n<p>The <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/create.roblox.com\/docs\/art\/accessories\/classic-clothing\">official Roblox shirt template<\/a> is a 585\u00d7559 pixel PNG file with a transparent background. Roblox requires transparency, because any opaque background shows up as a solid color on your avatar in-game. The file maps every visible surface of the classic Roblox character body across a single flat image.<\/p>\n<p>Here is how the template regions are laid out:<\/p>\n<pre><code> +-----------------------------+ | Left Arm | Right Arm | +-----------------------------+ | Front Torso | +-----------------------------+ | Back Torso | +-----------------------------+ | Left Arm | Right Arm | | (bottom) | (bottom) | +-----------------------------+ <\/code><\/pre>\n<p>Each region matches a specific part of the avatar body. If you paint outside the correct region, the design misaligns on the character model. Keep your canvas at exactly 585\u00d7559 pixels and export as PNG with transparency preserved before you upload.<\/p>\n<h2>Roblox Shirt Template 585 x 559 \u2013 Download and Prepare<\/h2>\n<p>Use these steps to grab the template and set it up in your image editor:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Go to the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/create.roblox.com\/docs\/art\/accessories\/classic-clothing\">Roblox Creator Documentation page for classic clothing<\/a> and download the official shirt template PNG.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Open the file in an image editor that supports transparent layers, such as Photoshop, GIMP, Krita, or Photopea.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Confirm the canvas matches the required dimensions mentioned earlier. If your editor resized it on import, undo and re-import without scaling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Create a new layer above the template guide layer. Paint your design on this new layer only.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>When you finish, hide or delete the template guide layer, then export as PNG with transparency enabled.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The template guide lines help you place artwork correctly, but they should not appear in your final upload file. Double-check that your exported PNG has no white or colored background before you move on.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/nilo.io\/?utm_source=aga&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=aga_content\">Ready to skip template editing entirely? Try Nilo&#8217;s browser-based 3D workflow.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Roblox Shirt Template Download \u2013 Free Official File<\/h2>\n<p>You can download the official template directly from <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/create.roblox.com\/docs\/art\/accessories\/classic-clothing\">Roblox&#8217;s Creator Documentation<\/a> at no cost. Avoid third-party download sites, because they sometimes host outdated or incorrectly sized versions that fail Roblox&#8217;s upload validation.<\/p>\n<p>After downloading, verify the file before you start editing. First, right-click the file and check its properties so you can confirm the dimensions. Next, open it in your image editor and make sure the background is transparent instead of white, because any solid background will show as a block on your avatar. Finally, confirm that the file extension is .png instead of .jpg or .bmp, since PNG supports the transparency Roblox needs.<\/p>\n<p>A correctly prepared file saves you from upload errors later. Take two minutes to verify now rather than troubleshoot after submission.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Upload a Custom Roblox Shirt \u2013 Step-by-Step<\/h2>\n<p>With your verified template file ready, you can now upload it to Roblox. The upload process runs through the Creator Hub:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Log in to your Roblox account and open <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/create.roblox.com\">create.roblox.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Select <strong>Development Items<\/strong> from the left menu, then choose <strong>Classic Clothing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click <strong>Create a Classic Shirt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Upload your 585\u00d7559 transparent PNG file.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Add a name and description, then submit for moderation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Roblox now requires an active Premium subscription of at least $10 per month to upload new 2D avatar clothing items and to keep existing items on sale. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/devforum.roblox.com\/t\/building-a-safer-marketplace-updates-to-2d-avatar-items-uploading-and-publishing-requirements\/4474667\">You can read the full policy here.<\/a> Without an active Premium subscription, previously published items go off-sale automatically, so you should plan for this cost if you want to sell clothing on the Marketplace.<\/p>\n<p>Moderation usually takes a few hours. After approval, the shirt appears in your inventory and you can list it for sale.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Roblox Shirt Upload Errors and Fixes<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Wrong dimensions:<\/strong> Roblox rejects files that are not exactly 585\u00d7559 pixels. Re-export from your image editor and confirm the canvas size before saving.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Non-transparent background:<\/strong> If your PNG has a white or colored background, it renders as a solid block on the avatar. Open the file, delete the background layer, and re-export with transparency enabled.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Wrong file format:<\/strong> JPG and BMP files do not support transparency and Roblox rejects them. Always export as PNG.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Design bleeds into wrong region:<\/strong> Artwork painted outside its correct template region wraps incorrectly onto the avatar. Use the template guide layer to check boundaries before exporting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Moderation rejection:<\/strong> Designs that violate Roblox&#8217;s community standards are rejected without appeal. Review the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/en.help.roblox.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/203313410\">Roblox Community Standards<\/a> before you submit.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/nilo.io\/?utm_source=aga&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=aga_content\">Tired of fixing template errors? Test Nilo and focus on designing instead.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Roblox Pants Template \u2013 Quick Reference for Matching Outfits<\/h2>\n<p>The <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/create.roblox.com\/docs\/art\/accessories\/classic-clothing\">Roblox pants template<\/a> uses the same 585\u00d7559 pixel dimensions as the shirt template and is uploaded through the Creator Hub under Classic Clothing. The layout differs, because the pants template maps the left leg, right leg, and waist regions instead of torso and arms. Every error and fix listed above for shirts also applies to pants. Download the official pants template from the same Roblox Creator Documentation page and follow the same preparation and upload steps.<\/p>\n<h2>Modern Alternative: Create Roblox-Ready Clothing in 3D<\/h2>\n<p>The 2D template workflow works for classic clothing, but it has real limits. Flat image editing cannot produce 3D accessories, layered clothing, or custom avatar meshes. If you want to go further and create original 3D items that meet Roblox&#8217;s strict performance requirements, you usually end up daisy-chaining tools such as Meshy for generation, Blender for retopology, then Roblox Studio for import and testing. Each handoff breaks your creative momentum and adds new technical problems.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1775498400401-fcdb804d59be.png\" alt=\"Assets generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Assets generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/nilo.io\/?utm_source=aga&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=aga_content\">Nilo<\/a> stands out as a different approach.<\/p>\n<h3>Build in One Browser-Based Pipeline<\/h3>\n<p>Nilo is a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators. You open it in any browser, with no download and no installation, and you generate 3D characters, props, and environments using text prompts or sketches. You can draw something in 2D, refine it with AI, and drag it into your 3D world. The whole flow stays in one place.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1775498523335-4f1ad3fb5e04.png\" alt=\"World generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>World generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nilo&#8217;s real-time LOD (level of detail) system automatically adjusts polygon counts, which means it changes the number of triangles that make up a 3D model on the fly. Roblox caps assets at 10,000\u201320,000 triangles. With other tools, staying under that limit usually means manual retopology in Blender, which can take 30 minutes or more per asset. Nilo handles polycount so models work directly in Roblox Studio without extra steps. You skip the Blender cleanup entirely.<\/p>\n<h3>Text-to-3D, Sketch-to-3D, and One-Click Rigging<\/h3>\n<p>You can type what you want, such as \u201cfuturistic armor set,\u201d \u201ccozy hoodie with hood up,\u201d or \u201cmedieval sword,\u201d and Nilo generates a 3D model in seconds. If you prefer drawing, you can use the sketch-to-3D pipeline, draw in 2D, refine colors and style with AI, then drop the result into your world. When your model is ready, you rig and animate it with a single click, instead of spending hours on that step in Blender or Roblox Studio.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1775498504409-2166b6c2f713.png\" alt=\"Assets and world generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Assets and world generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nilo&#8217;s model-agnostic AI layer pulls from multiple providers, including Meshy, Tripo, Cartwheel, and others, behind one interface. You get strong results without switching tabs or accounts. As one builder noted in Nilo&#8217;s February 2026 survey: \u201cI do not have to spend hours on 3D modeling the simplest things. Now I can use Nilo and do it in 15 seconds.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Vibe Coding and Real-Time Feedback<\/h3>\n<p>Nilo also includes a built-in code editor that supports vibe coding. You create game logic by typing or speaking in plain language instead of writing code manually. You tell the AI what you want a character to do, and it generates working logic with real-time feedback in your 3D world. You do not need scripting knowledge. As another builder from the same February 2026 survey put it: \u201cYou made me enjoy vibe-coding. The code assistance works almost flawlessly.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1775498489815-fadb26f77978.png\" alt=\"Characters and world generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Characters and world generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>What Nilo Creators Are Saying<\/h3>\n<p>The same February 2026 survey found that 72% of builders said Nilo makes their creative process easier by \u201ca lot.\u201d The survey also showed that 93% would recommend Nilo to a friend. The community of 9,000+ builders on Discord keeps growing, driven by Nilo Creators sharing workflows, showcasing builds, and helping each other ship faster.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to Sloyd or Meshy, which generate models but stop there, Nilo covers generation, cleanup, rigging, animation, and export in one flow. Compared to Roblox Studio or Blender, you avoid installation, manual retopology, and the need to script just to make something interactive and Roblox-ready.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1775498558906-2d7a57101ca9.png\" alt=\"Obby course generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Obby course generated through Nilo, a browser-based 3D creation platform built for Roblox creators and game developers<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/nilo.io\/?utm_source=aga&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=aga_content\">Want to try this kind of 3D pipeline yourself? Join Nilo&#8217;s open beta and build for free.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What file format does the Roblox shirt template use?<\/h3>\n<p>The Roblox shirt template must be saved and uploaded as a PNG file. PNG supports transparent backgrounds, which Roblox requires, while JPG and BMP formats do not support transparency and are rejected during upload. Always export your finished design as a PNG with the background layer removed or set to transparent.<\/p>\n<h3>Does the shirt template work for both R6 and R15 avatars?<\/h3>\n<p>The classic shirt template is designed for traditional avatar body types. R15 avatars, which have more body segments and articulation, use a different layered clothing system. If you want clothing that works across both avatar types, you should check Roblox&#8217;s Creator Documentation for the layered clothing specification, which uses a 3D mesh-based approach instead of a flat template.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the pants template size on Roblox?<\/h3>\n<p>The Roblox pants template uses the same 585\u00d7559 pixel dimensions as the shirt template. The layout maps the left leg, right leg, and waist regions of the classic avatar. Download the official pants template from Roblox&#8217;s Creator Documentation and follow the same preparation steps: paint on a separate layer, delete the guide layer before exporting, and verify transparency before uploading.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I move from 2D template editing to creating 3D assets for Roblox?<\/h3>\n<p>The 2D template covers classic flat clothing. For 3D accessories, layered clothing, and custom avatar meshes, you need a 3D workflow. The traditional path runs through Blender for modeling and retopology, then Roblox Studio for import, which takes significant time to learn. Nilo offers a faster alternative. You generate 3D models from text or sketches in your browser, adjust polygon counts automatically with the LOD slider, rig with one click, and export a Roblox-ready file directly. You can do this without opening Blender.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I export Nilo assets directly to Roblox Studio?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Nilo exports to standard 3D formats including FBX, OBJ, STL, and glTF, which all work with Roblox Studio. The built-in LOD system ensures your model meets Roblox&#8217;s triangle limit before export. You import the file into Roblox Studio and it is ready to use without extra cleanup or optimization steps.<\/p>\n<h2>Ready to Skip Template Editing?<\/h2>\n<p>The 585\u00d7559 transparent PNG shirt template gives you the right starting point for classic Roblox clothing. Follow the steps above, verify your file before uploading, and keep your Premium subscription active if you want to keep items on sale. If you feel ready to go further and create 3D assets, custom avatars, and Roblox-ready props without wrestling Blender or switching between several tools, Nilo&#8217;s browser-based pipeline removes most of the technical friction between your idea and a finished asset.<\/p>\n<p>No downloads. No retopology. No polycount headaches. You just build what is in your head.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/nilo.io\/?utm_source=aga&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=aga_content\">Want to build this way today? 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