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title: Diplomas and finisher documents
description: Upload PPTX templates and auto-generate finisher diplomas for races and challenges
order: 4
---

# Diplomas and finisher documents

DistantRace generates finisher **diploma images** from **PowerPoint (PPTX) templates** you design externally. Placeholder text in the file is replaced with participant data when diplomas are generated.

::: note Built-in design editor removed
The manager no longer includes an in-browser diploma editor (background upload and drag-and-drop fields). Design your layout in PowerPoint or Canva, then upload the `.pptx` file.
:::

## Where to manage diplomas

| Event type | Manager path |
|------------|--------------|
| Competition (race) | Open competition → **Diploma** (one template per distance with results) |
| Challenge (steps, distance, etc.) | Open challenge → **Diploma** |

Step challenge organizers can also follow [Create diplomas for all participants](../daily-step-challenges/how-to-create-diplomas-for-all-participants.md).

## Workflow

1. **Design** a `.pptx` file with merge-field placeholders (see [Race certificate creation](race-certificate-creation.md) for the full field list, Canva tips, and sample templates).
2. **Upload** the file on the Diploma page and click **Save** — a preview image is generated automatically.
3. **Publish** by checking **Is published?** so new finishers receive diplomas when results are added.
4. **Generate** for existing participants with **Save & Generate**.

## Automatic fields by event type

| Field group | Races | Challenges |
|-------------|-------|------------|
| Name, event, group, team | Yes | Yes |
| Finish time, placing, laps | Yes | — |
| Steps, distance, points, energy, rank | — | Yes |

See the complete field reference in [Race certificate creation](race-certificate-creation.md).

## Participant access

When results are published and diplomas are generated, participants download them from their result or challenge profile page.

## Related

- [Race certificate creation](race-certificate-creation.md) — PPTX design guide with all merge fields
- [Create diplomas for step challenges](../daily-step-challenges/how-to-create-diplomas-for-all-participants.md)
- [Managing race results](managing-race-results.md)
- [Standings and rankings](standings-and-rankings.md)
- [Downloading diplomas and certificates](../joining-events/downloading-diplomas-and-certificates.md)