# Certificate Builder

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The Certificate Builder addon lets you make and design your own certificates. These are given to students when they finish their course.

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After clicking the Settings Icon you will be redirected to the Certificate builder.

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On the left side, you can see a dashboard of ready templates you can choose from:

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On the right side, there is a sidebar with elements and backgrounds to be added.&#x20;

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## Certificate Builder Elements

{% hint style="success" %}
**Certificate Builder Elements** are powered with hundreds of **Google Fonts** font families, enabling you to build certificates in **any** font **style, family,** and **language.**&#x20;
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Here are the available elements to build certificates in **MasterStudy LMS**: &#x20;

* [**Section Certificate**](#section-certificate)
  * [Text](#text)
  * [Image](#image)
  * [Shape](#shape)
  * [Certificate code](#certificate-code)
  * [QR Code](#qr-code)
  * [Current Date](#current-date)
* [**Section Course**](#section-course)
  * [Course Name](#course-name)
  * [Details](#details)
  * [Progress](#progress)
  * [Course Duration](#course-duration)
  * [Start Date](#start-date)
  * [End Date](#end-date)
* [**Section Student**](#section-student)
  * [Student name](#student-name)
  * [Student code](#student-code)
* [**Section Instructor**](#section-instructor)
  * [Instructor name](#instructor-name)
  * [Co-Instructor name](#co-instructor)

Let's see each of the elements one by one :white\_check\_mark:

### Section: Certificate&#x20;

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The Certificate section in the Elements tab provides essential tools for customizing and enhancing the design of course completion certificates. These elements allow for detailed personalization to create visually appealing and informative certificates.

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Text" %}
The **Text element** allows you to add customizable text blocks to the certificate. This can be used for inserting labels, short descriptions about the course, or any additional notes or instructions. You can change the font, size, alignment, and color to match the desired certificate design.

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{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Image" %}
**The Image element** enables you to upload and place images onto the certificate. This can include course logos, instructor signatures, or other decorative graphics to add branding and visual interest. Users can resize and position images as needed.

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{% tab title="Shape" %}
**The Shape** element provides the option to insert various geometric shapes, such as rectangles, circles, and other figures into the certificate layout. These can be used to create visual dividers, borders, or background elements for added structure and style.

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{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Certificate Code" %}
**The Certificate Code** element is used to display a unique, auto-generated code on each certificate. This code serves as an identifier for verification purposes and ensures that each certificate issued is distinguishable and trackable.

{% hint style="success" %}
You can insert the **Certificate Checker widget** anywhere, so later users can use it to verify their certificates with the Certificate Code.
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{% tab title="QR-Code" %}
**The QR Code** element inserts a scannable QR code that links directly to a page where the certificate [**can be verified**](#qr-code-verification). This feature enhances the certificate's functionality by allowing recipients or third parties to quickly verify its authenticity by scanning the QR code with a mobile device.

{% hint style="info" %}
You have to set up the [**Certificate Page**](https://docs.stylemixthemes.com/masterstudy-lms/lms-settings/lms-pages#certificate-page) beforehand to make the function work.
{% endhint %}

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{% tab title="Current Date" %}
**The Current Date** element displays the date when the certificate is issued. This is essential for marking when the course is completed and the certificate awarded. It updates automatically, ensuring each issued certificate reflects the correct date.

{% hint style="info" %}
**MasterStudy LMS** inherits the date format from your website's WordPress settings
{% endhint %}

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### Section: Course&#x20;

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**The Course** section in the Elements tab contains elements related to the specific course details, providing a clear representation of the course information on the certificate.

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{% tab title="Course Name" %}
**The Course Name** element displays the title of the course completed by the student.&#x20;

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{% tab title="Details" %}
**The Details** element provides space for the course content information. It includes the number of lessons, quizzes, and assignments completed by the student:

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{% tab title="Progress" %}
**The Progress** element shows the student's progress in the course as a percentage.&#x20;

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{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Course Duration" %}
**The Course Duration** element indicates the total time of the course. The course duration should be specified in the course settings in [**Course Builder.**](https://docs.stylemixthemes.com/masterstudy-lms/lms-course-features/course-builder#settings)

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{% tab title="Start Date" %}
**The Start Date** element marks the beginning date of the course. This provides context for the course timeline and helps track when the student began their learning journey.

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{% tab title="End Date" %}
**The End Date** element displays the completion date of the course.&#x20;

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### Section: Student

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**The Student** section in the Elements tab includes elements specific to the certificate recipient, making it clear who has earned the certification.

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Student Name" %}
**The Student Name** element shows the full name of the student receiving the certificate.&#x20;

{% hint style="info" %}
In the [**Certificates tab**](https://docs.stylemixthemes.com/masterstudy-lms/lms-settings/certificates) of the [**LMS Settings**](#user-content-fn-1)[^1], there is a special setting named "Use current student name on certificate". By using it, you can control the student name display on certificates if there are changes in student name after receiving the certificate.
{% endhint %}

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{% tab title="Student Code" %}
**The Student Code** element provides a unique identifier for each student, helping in tracking and verifying the certificate. This code can be used internally for record-keeping and can enhance the certificate’s authenticity.

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{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

### Section: Instructor

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The Instructor section contains elements for the instructors involved in delivering the course, adding credibility and recognition to the certificate.

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Instructor Name" %}
**The Instructor Name** element displays the instructor’s name on the certificate. This adds a personal touch and recognition for the instructor, linking them to the course and enhancing the certificate’s authenticity.

{% hint style="info" %}
If the instructor changes his name after the date the student got his certificate, the name of the instructor on the certificate **will also change.**
{% endhint %}

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{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Co-Instructor Name" %}
**The Co-Instructor Name** element allows for adding the name of a co-instructor if there is a co-instructor assigned to the course.&#x20;

{% hint style="info" %}
If the co-instructor changes his name after the date the student got his certificate, the name of the co-instructor on the certificate **will also change.**
{% endhint %}

{% content-ref url="multi-instructors" %}
[multi-instructors](https://docs.stylemixthemes.com/masterstudy-lms/lms-pro-addons/multi-instructors)
{% endcontent-ref %}

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## Creating a Certificate

1. Go to the addon page and click on the Certificate addon settings.&#x20;

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2. You will open the Certificate Builder.

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3. You can use a premade template, select one from the left side of the builder and customize it according to your branding requirements.

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4. To create a new certificate, click on the + sign.&#x20;

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5. Then choose the certificate's orientation: horizontal or vertical.

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6. You can add a background by clicking on "Select image".

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7. In the open window, you can upload a background from your files.

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8. After adding a background, go to the Elements section.

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9. Click on the element and place these elements as desired within the Certificate builder.

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10. You can further personalize the element by adjusting the font, size, color, and alignment, and applying styling options like bold or italic.

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11. Add other elements to create your desired certificate.

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12. Name your template and click on the save button at the bottom of the page.

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12. After saving, use the preview button to view your newly created certificate.

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This is how it will look for your students after downloading the certificate:

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## Linking Certificates

Certificates can be linked to the courses in 3 different ways:

* [**Default Certificate**](#linking-a-default-certificate) - one certificate template will be chosen and applied to all courses globally.
* [**Category Certificate**](#linking-a-certificate-to-categories) - different certificates can be linked to specific course categories. It ignores the Default Certificate. For example, you can design a modern certificate and assign it to the Software Engineering course category. All courses in this category will be accompanied by a certificate of completion.
* [**Certificates for Courses**](#linking-a-certificate-to-courses) **(individual)** - you can assign a template to one course specifically using Course Builder as well. It ignores the **Default Certificate** and **Category Certificate**.

{% hint style="info" %}
Additionally, you can turn off **Issue a certificate upon completion of the course** setting on [Course Builder,](#user-content-fn-2)[^2] and students will not get a certificate after completion.
{% endhint %}

To link a certificate to courses, go to the Link Certificate.

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#### Next, you'll see three tabs where you can assign a default certificate, one to the categories or courses.&#x20;

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### Linking a Default Certificate

To assign another default certificate, click Change.

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Choose a template you want to make the default and save the changes.&#x20;

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You have changed the default certificate. Your students will get this default certificate in courses where you didn't specify the certificate.

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### Linking a Certificate to Categories

In the Categories tab, click Set certificate on the category you want to set your own certificate.

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From the certificate choose a template and save changes.

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So, you have set a certificate to the specific course and it can be unlinked and changed.&#x20;

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### Linking a Certificate to Courses

To link a certificate to a specific course, go to the Courses tab.

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You'll be redirected to the page with courses.

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Choose the course you want to add a certificate and click on Edit with Course Builder.

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Go to the Settings in the Course Builder.

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Head over to the Certificate section.

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Choose a template from the list.

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{% hint style="info" %}
The **Default by System** option applies the certificate set globally to the course.&#x20;

***

**Issue a certificate upon completion of the course -** if you disable this setting, students will not get the certificate after completing the course.&#x20;
{% endhint %}

Save changes. Students of the course will get this certificate after completion

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## Certificate Builder for Instructors

Instructors can also create certificates and assign them to their courses. First, make sure that you have enabled **Allow Instructors to Create Certificates** in the **MS LMS Settings**:

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Instructors can access the feature by following their dashboard:

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On this page, the list of the previously created certificates of the instructors will be displayed. Instructors can create new certificates or modify the existing ones from here.

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{% hint style="info" %}
Certificates of other users are not accessible to edit to each other. However, they can use the certificates on your website in their courses.&#x20;
{% endhint %}

Instructors can link the certificates to their courses from the respective tab of the Course Builder:

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## Certificate Verification

In **MasterStudy LMS,** certificates of completion can be verified in several ways.

### QR-Code Verification

QR-code verification is the best way to check the certificates. You have to put a special [**QR-code element**](#qr-code) using Certificate Builder.

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Once the QR code is scanned, the user will be redirected to the special public **Certificate Page** where the certificate, social media share, and download  button, and links to the completed course are displayed:

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{% hint style="info" %}
To use this function, the Certificate Page should be selected in the **MasterStudy LMS Settings > LMS Pages > Certificate Page.**
{% endhint %}

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### Certificate Checker Widget

Alternatively, certificates can be checked using their special[ **Certificate ID**](#certificate-code). To do it, a special Certificate Checker Widget for  [Elementor](https://docs.stylemixthemes.com/masterstudy-lms/getting-started-1/lms-widgets#certificate-checker-pro-version) or WP Bakery should be placed on some page.  Alternatively, the following shortcode can be placed to get the **Certificate Checker:**

```
[stm_lms_certificate_checker title="Certificate Verification"]
```

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Users should paste the **Certificate ID** to verify it.&#x20;

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[^1]: WP Dashboard > MS LMS > Settings > Certificates

[^2]: Course Builder > Settings > Certificate