# Add a color background

Set a solid background color using palette or HEX workflows.

## Goal

Apply a clean solid-color background that improves screenshot contrast.

## Prerequisites

- A source screenshot is already imported.
- You are in the editor with access to background controls.

## Steps

1. Open background controls and choose `color` mode.
2. Pick a color from the color gallery stack.
3. If you need a custom brand color, open HEX input and enter a valid value.
4. Confirm background is enabled and return to editor.

## Verify Result

- Background mode is `color`.
- Screenshot text/UI remains readable.
- The selected color appears consistently in preview.

## Quick Rollback / Undo Path

- Use undo once to revert the last color selection.
- Switch background mode to `gradient` or `image` if solid color is not suitable.
- Disable background entirely if needed.

### If colors look too harsh

- Choose a lower-contrast neutral from the palette.
- Recheck shadow/stroke strength after changing background.

## Related Reference

- [Editing Backgrounds](/content/docs/editing/backgrounds/index.html)  
- [Frame catalog and device support](/content/docs/frames-and-devices/index.html)  
- [Add a gradient background](/content/docs/guides/add-gradient-background/index.html)