FAQs
1. How do I download product?
2. How do I unzip a product?
3. Once I download my product, where does it go?
4. What is a JPG File?
5. What is a PNG File?
6. What is a PSD File?
7. What is a Brush or ABR file?
8. What is a PDF File?
9. What is a Photoshop Action?
10. Which Digital Software should I use?
11. How do I print my completed digital scrapbook pages?
1. How do I download
product?
After checking out, you will be able to download the zip
files with the product zipped up in the file. Zipped files are compressed.
See "How
do I unzip Product?"
2. How do I unzip
a product?
Files must be downloaded in zip files so that they are compressed.
In order to unzip a file, go to the WinZip website to download
the software for unzipping files at www.winzip.com
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3. Once I download
my product, where does it go?
Files go into your Download file and then you can save them
where you like.
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4. What is a JPG
File?
A JPG file is a single layer file that is flattened and you
may not change any layers. Photos are usually JPG file format. A JPG file
is usually smaller is size and does not take up as much space on your hard
drive. The higher the resolution and size, the larger the file will be.
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5. What is a PNG File?
A PNG file is a file that is for layering onto a background
or photo that has a transparent background. A PNG file may be resized
larger or smaller and may be moved around on your page and placed onto
any layer. These PNG files are usually used in scrapbooking for elements
like ribbons, borders, buttons, alphabets and embellishments in general.
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6. What is a PSD
File?
A PSD file is a file that is still layer and may be manipulated
or changed. They are created in Photoshop and Photoshop Elements but may
be read by other software.
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7. What is a Brush
or ABR file?
An ABR file is commonly known as a brush file. They must be
loaded into the Photoshop or Photoshop Elements Brush library in order
to be used like a brush. If your software does not support brushes, there
are generally PNG versions available. Think of a brush like a stamp, or
in some cases you may turn a simple line into a continuous pattern that
looks like a particular brush. Brushes may also be re-colored.
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8. What is a PDF
File?
A PDF file is an Adobe Acrobat Reader file. These files are
for instructions or wording and even longer word files such as e-books.
A free download is available on the Adobe Web Site. Photoshop Actions and
Styles are a process that can be loaded into Adobe Photoshop and are used
to do many things at the click of a button. Once you load a series of processes
and record your action, the next time you use it you can save a lot of
time.
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9. What is a Photoshop
Action?
Photoshop Actions and Styles are a process that can be
loaded into Adobe Photoshop and are used to do many things at the click
of a button. Once you load a series of processes and record your action,
the next time you use it you can save a lot of time.
There are actions for adding drop shadows, filters, automatic sizing and
more. There are also photo actions that can automatically sharpen, soften,
brighten, or convert your favorite photos to black and white, sepia, etc.
Once you load an action, it's ready to use with the click of a button.
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10. Which Digital
Software should I use?
To begin Digital Scrapbooking you need digital software
for photo editing that provide capability for layering your backgrounds,
elements and photo's. By far, the most widely used programs for creating
digital layouts are Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Photoshop Elements.
Our favorite software that is most popular in its user-friendly format and cost is Adobe Photoshop Elements, which can be purchased here. http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshopelwin/.
If you plan to get creative you may purchase the Adobe Photoshop Creative Suite 4 (CS4) which is an awesome canvas for so many needs that will allow you to grow and gives you a great deal more as far as tools and editing ability. This is available at Adobe.com also.
Other common photo-editing programs include Corel Paint Shop Pro, Microsoft Digital Image Suite, ACDSee Systems Photo Editor, and LumaPix FotoFusion Scrapbook Essentials.
We offer free video tutorials on Digital scrapbooking. Just click on the
Video Instruction link on our home page.
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11. How do I print
my completed digital scrapbook pages?
You can print your finished pages at home using an inexpensive
inkjet printer or send the files to a professional printer. Epson, Kodak
and HP all offer inexpensive inkjet printers that will print 12in x 12in
paper.
For convenient Professional printing for your layouts or for your photos, there are many options available. There are online services that you may send your jpg file format layouts or photos to that will print and have them ready in a short amount of time. Below is al ist of websites that offer quality printing services:
Shutterfly.com
KodakGallery.com
Snapfish.com
You can also visit your local Kinkos, Costco or Wal-mart to check their
pricing. Often, the local print shop is less expensive and more convenient
than ordering online.
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