Tired of trying to spark fun, easy engagement in your print on demand community? This or That prompts make interaction effortless by giving members irresistible choices they can answer in seconds. Get instant engagement with these ready-to-use templates designed for print on demand pros and newcomers alike.
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This or That prompts tap into our natural urge to pick sides and share opinions, making them a proven tactic for quick, low-pressure community engagement. By offering two simple choices, you lower the barrier for participation and make it easy for even shy members to jump in. The playful format encourages spontaneous conversation, helps members find common ground, and gives everyone a chance to express a little personality.
In print on demand communities, these prompts also surface insights about popular trends, product preferences, and creative habits. Members feel seen and heard, while managers gain valuable feedback in a lighthearted way. Ultimately, This or That posts build momentum, break the ice, and keep your group feeling lively and connected.
T-shirt or hoodie - which do you prefer to design?
💡 Example: "T-shirt or hoodie - which do you prefer to design?"
Bright colors or neutrals - what is your go-to palette?
💡 Example: "Bright colors or neutrals - what is your go-to palette?"
Etsy or Shopify - which platform do you love more?
💡 Example: "Etsy or Shopify - which platform do you love more?"
Minimalist or bold designs - what is your style?
💡 Example: "Minimalist or bold designs - what is your style?"
Mugs or tote bags - which would you rather create?
💡 Example: "Mugs or tote bags - which would you rather create?"
Digital sketches or hand-drawn art - what do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Digital sketches or hand-drawn art - what do you prefer?"
Work in silence or blast music while designing?
💡 Example: "Work in silence or blast music while designing?"
Upload new products in the morning or at night?
💡 Example: "Upload new products in the morning or at night?"
Printful or Printify - which do you use more often?
💡 Example: "Printful or Printify - which do you use more often?"
Cats or dogs - which would you put on a shirt?
💡 Example: "Cats or dogs - which would you put on a shirt?"
Sell to friends first or go straight to the public?
💡 Example: "Sell to friends first or go straight to the public?"
Seasonal themes or evergreen designs - what do you focus on?
💡 Example: "Seasonal themes or evergreen designs - what do you focus on?"
Glossy or matte finish - what do you prefer on prints?
💡 Example: "Glossy or matte finish - what do you prefer on prints?"
Work solo or with a design partner?
💡 Example: "Work solo or with a design partner?"
Fun slogans or eye-catching graphics - what sells better?
💡 Example: "Fun slogans or eye-catching graphics - what sells better?"
Coffee or tea while you work?
💡 Example: "Coffee or tea while you work?"
Design on tablet or laptop?
💡 Example: "Design on tablet or laptop?"
Sell internationally or focus on local buyers?
💡 Example: "Sell internationally or focus on local buyers?"
Design in the morning or late at night?
💡 Example: "Design in the morning or late at night?"
Abstract patterns or realistic art - what is more fun to create?
💡 Example: "Abstract patterns or realistic art - what is more fun to create?"
Social media or SEO - which brings you more sales?
💡 Example: "Social media or SEO - which brings you more sales?"
Launch new products weekly or monthly?
💡 Example: "Launch new products weekly or monthly?"
Funny or inspirational quotes on your merch?
💡 Example: "Funny or inspirational quotes on your merch?"
Fabric swatches or online mockups - how do you choose products?
💡 Example: "Fabric swatches or online mockups - how do you choose products?"
Merch for hobbies or merch for businesses?
💡 Example: "Merch for hobbies or merch for businesses?"
Text-based or image-based designs?
💡 Example: "Text-based or image-based designs?"
Quick sketches or detailed drawings - which is your process?
💡 Example: "Quick sketches or detailed drawings - which is your process?"
Focus on bestsellers or try new ideas?
💡 Example: "Focus on bestsellers or try new ideas?"
Pop culture or original concepts?
💡 Example: "Pop culture or original concepts?"
Batch upload products or one at a time?
💡 Example: "Batch upload products or one at a time?"
Create for fun or for profit?
💡 Example: "Create for fun or for profit?"
Offer discounts or free shipping - what attracts more buyers?
💡 Example: "Offer discounts or free shipping - what attracts more buyers?"
Print on demand as a side hustle or full time?
💡 Example: "Print on demand as a side hustle or full time?"
Use your own photos or buy stock images?
💡 Example: "Use your own photos or buy stock images?"
Focus on one niche or mix it up?
💡 Example: "Focus on one niche or mix it up?"
Home office or co-working space?
💡 Example: "Home office or co-working space?"
Announce new products with email or social posts?
💡 Example: "Announce new products with email or social posts?"
Launch with a big splash or a soft opening?
💡 Example: "Launch with a big splash or a soft opening?"
Do you prefer to buy or sell custom products?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer to buy or sell custom products?"
Simple or complex designs - what brings more joy?
💡 Example: "Simple or complex designs - what brings more joy?"
Would you rather design for adults or for kids?
💡 Example: "Would you rather design for adults or for kids?"
Custom hats or custom socks - which is more fun?
💡 Example: "Custom hats or custom socks - which is more fun?"
To use these templates, simply copy and paste a prompt into your community feed, group, or story. Rotate different topics to keep things fresh and relevant to your print on demand audience. Encourage quick replies by tagging a few members to kick off the conversation, or add a follow-up question to invite deeper sharing. Use poll features where available for extra interaction, or post as text for informal chat. Remember to reply to answers to show appreciation and keep the thread active.
On all platforms, keep your prompts visually clear and concise. Use emojis to highlight options if allowed, and leverage built-in poll tools for quick voting. On forums and groups, pin popular This or That threads to boost visibility. In chats or stories, use the format for rapid-fire engagement and encourage replies with stickers or reactions. Always respond to answers to keep the thread lively.
Highlighting choices like DTG vs. screen printing in your 'This or That' posts encourages members to share their experiences with different production methods. This not only educates newcomers about print quality but also fosters deeper engagement through firsthand testimonials, troubleshooting tips, and vendor recommendations specific to these print technologies.
Use your templates to compare popular products (e.g., mugs vs. tote bags, all-over tees vs. hoodies) to quickly assess community preferences for upcoming launches. This data helps you prioritize product mockups and guides discussions about best-selling items, seasonal trends, and niche product opportunities unique to the Print on Demand business.
Absolutely! Presenting a choice between lifestyle and flat lay mockups as a 'This or That' encourages members to voice their opinions based on actual conversion results or customer feedback. Insights gleaned from these posts can directly inform your ad creative strategy and help you optimize visuals for higher sales.
Frame your prompts to highlight real-world Print on Demand workflows, such as 'In-house printing vs. outsourcing to Printful.' This sparks focused conversations around control, costs, shipping times, and customer satisfaction—issues that are central to the POD industry and help members share solutions to common fulfillment dilemmas.
Creating posts like 'Minimalist designs vs. bold, colorful graphics' allows designers and sellers to discuss which aesthetics resonate best with their target audience or have performed well in their stores. These conversations are highly relevant for Print on Demand entrepreneurs who need to stay ahead of design trends to maintain competitive product offerings.
Ask members to choose between pricing models like 'Premium single-item pricing vs. bulk discount offers.' This helps you identify which strategies align with your community's sales goals and customer base. The feedback gathered can inform future pricing discussions, promotional tactics, and store policies specifically tailored to the Print on Demand market.
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