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Memories can be stored in interesting ways that are easy to follow and pleasant to look at as is the case with scrapbooking. With technology all around us many photos that are taken nowadays are mainly in the electronic format. This makes sharing through email and other social networks to be easy and convenient. It is no longer a hustle sending baby picture to a spouse who lives in another country and the best part is the fact that it is free of charge. With digital photographs it is obvious that the physical scrapbooks kept by our parents have become outdated. Digital scrapbooking is a convenient replacement that makes use of software to create a directory of organized pictures. In view of the fact that the digital era has taken over most aspects of the world as we know it there are advantages associated with this phenomenon. There is no reason why photo taking should not be digitized because any other format would waste time and take us back to the hustle of old fashioned scrapbooking. Wherever you are with your digital camera is the location from where any pictures you have taken will be sent via computer to another location. In addition to being able to transfer your photos the instant they are taken a digital photo can be edited and enhanced to the liking of the owner. Photos can be manipulated to reflect changes in color of the surroundings and lighting intensity of the shot. If you are keen on having the same picture in different albums then digital scrapbooking makes this possible because the same picture can be printed out multiple times. Nothing beats something that can be held in the hand and this is the impact that a physical scrapbook has on somebody. For amazing photo collection of the family a digital collection of photos can be arranged using software that is available in the market today which is then printed. Printing is however not done until the necessary enhancements have been made and photos have been uploaded onto an online picture printing service. You are bound to make errors when you are scrapbooking and in most cases the damage is too huge that you have to throw out something that should have been included in the scrapbook. The advantage of digital scrapbooking in this regard is that any errors made can be corrected at the click of the undo button. You will also have a clean working surface which you do not need to clear up after you are done. The days of having sticky glued scrapbook pieces stick under your shoes as you walk are long gone with the digital age. It so happens that when you are putting together your scrapbook supplies tend to get finished just where you cannot make a substitute leaving your work  half done or spoilt by using different colors or decoration. Digital scrapbooking does not have this sort of thing happening because everything you need is in the computer. Whether you are an expert or a newbie in scrapbooking, the computer is rich in demonstrations and literature to assist you in getting on course faster.

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If you are using any kind of scrapbook software you will notice that your work of scrapbooking becomes easier as likened to when you did not utilize it. Software helps you to come up with a scrapbook that is in accordance to your personal tastes and preferences which reflect your personality. The process of deciding which scrapbook software to use depends largely on your scrapbooking requirements. It is always better to have a tool that has excess functions which you will not use than have another with less functions which do not include the ones that you want. Scrapbooking is more of an interest than a profession and though it may be true that a brief training is required to become familiar with how it works, the majority of people learn as they go. Scrapbook software that has a user friendly interface enables the training of oneself to run smoothly and to be exhaustive. It is an added plus if the software is accompanied by a clear set of instructions or the help menu is well detailed. From the instruction that accompany the software it is easy to gauge compatibility with other existing software in your system. Note that it is possible to do scrapbooking on one machine but using different types of software to accomplish the end result. Choosing scrapbook software should center on those options that contain designs that suit your needs at the time. The most straightforward need in scrapbooking is a theme and common ones will include birthday, graduation, wedding and vacations. If software contains a large database of themed templates then selecting the one that suits your photos is going to be easy than trying to fit into a limited selection of themes. You are the best person to know what kind of background would go well with the scrapbook options that you have.

  Texture is a key aspect of scrapbooking because it complements the mood of the message conveyed in the pictures. Different textures will often come with different guidelines for cutting so that the person making the scrapbook knows exactly where to cut the pages from that fit a particular background. Some elements such as embellishments, buttons and beads are all meant to spice up a scrapbook so that even the simplest of scrapbooking projects can have a splash of personality and character. Since scrapbooking is a practical art it is best if the instruction of accomplishing different aspects is done in the form of pictures. These are usually meant to accompany kits used for manual scrapbooking. It is obvious that most people who engage in scrapbooking have a keen eye and will prefer visual over written instructions. When going through the training you will realize that the courses that offer more software to user interaction are the most successful in terms of the speed at which the concept is transferred. The mention of software scares away some people because they begin thinking along the lines of high expenses but there is no cause for worry. The internet today is filled with free versions of software you can use without a process.

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There are activities which people do that are inspired by creativity and having an active imagination and this is where scrapbooking falls. The driving force that fuels this art of creativity is the desire to have a monument of memories of a place that is easily reachable. Scrapbooking enables the freezing of memories in a vacuum of time and the colors, shapes, words and stories that accompany each picture is what keeps it fresh. The same applies to digital scrapbooking where the computer acts as the canvas on which the memories are saved. For a scrapbooking experience to be rewarding it is important that the pictures used have an attachment to a special place, person or event. This makes it easier for the story to be told and also creates a memorable picture. So the next time you go on a trip and your digital camera is full of pictures of people you do not want to forget, consider the value of digital scrapbooking. While there is no good or bad way of creating a scrapbook there are basic requirements of transforming a scrapbook into a classic piece of art. Before there was digital scrapbooking there was the book version which is a fancy version of the photo album as we know it. The book used is substituted for a folder in digital scrapbooking where you will add your various pictures as you collect memories. The advantage of digital scrapbooking is that the folder never gets full because the storage of a computer is flexible.

   The most effective way to create a memory is to pick out pictures of someone, a place or day event and put them in one group. After this step you are allowed to remove some photos from this assembly both because of saving on space but also to remove the ones that do not bring out the completeness of the picture as you want it. Even with digital scrapbooking this selection and sorting stage are not skipped. All the uploaded photos can be seen on a single screen and it is therefore easy to see which one does not fit readily into the group. While some people prefer preparing a space before you upload anything, others start by attaching the photo and then decorating the surrounding area. There is no scrapbooking formula provided that you as the creator of the pictures collected are not disappointed with the outcome. It is important to decorate the day effectively and if possible use items that point to the specific time and place. With digital scrapbooking it is easy to pick up things and objects to use as decorations. Just by using search engines to help protect yourself you are able to come across unique backgrounds. Including clip art pictures and internal jokes, known only in the family is a sure way of creating character around a picture or a group of pictures. If a few family members are talked the art of scrapbooking from an early age then the tradition of preserving pictures is enhanced.

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Unless you are involved in scrapbook making as a business then you want to use the most economical tools because this is an investment that will not reward you in monetary returns. It is important to collect together everything you will be needed to make the scrapbook and since it is expensive to shop for these supplies improvisation is what propels one to success. This is the time during your scrapbook making that will call for tough decisions on yourself. You need to be aware of the role of each and every item so that you are well informed of the essential parts and the ones you can do without. You will be manage to cut costs this ways since you will steer clear of scrapbook items that you do not need.

  The use of scrapbook software offers a solution to many of the needed tools and is therefore helpful in sorting out what is needed and what is not. If you want to scrapbook on a book you will be able to save book costs if you buy them at on sale offers or discount stores. Be keen on the size of book you buy because it will determine the arrangement of pictures on every page. If it is too large then it may not be properly utilized. The use of scrapbook software helps in getting a technical perspective of the arrangement of pictures on the scrapbook. The ability of editing a page cannot be underestimated and is an essential feature of cutting down on scrapbooking costs. All scrapbook software by virtue of being operated on a computer has an undo function that gives one the chance to correct mistakes that occur during the scrapbook building process. The option of going digital in scrapbooking is the most viable where costs are concerned and apart from power that runs the computer no other cost can be factored in. There are exchange forums for scrap bookers to meet and discuss common trends in the market and to exchange materials that each of them needs. Be it software or hardcopy, giving away of items you do not need to gain those you need is the greatest purpose of having people of the common interest to come together in one room to talk. For the superior performance scrapbook software here you get the chance to test them before you can decide to make a purchase. After a scrapbook has been created on the computer it is necessary to share it with people even if they lack access to a computer. There are online photo printing services that are willing and well equipped to handle such detailed work provided that you make available the completed scrapbook for them. Even portions that have color  that is mixed with precision will come out exactly as is seen on the screen making the printed scrapbook to have all aspects of a softcopy minus the tangibility. If you are creative enough about the materials you use to scrapbook, the result is going to be equally as good-looking as an expensive scrapbook.

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Keeping past memorabilia safe in order to relive the past is something we’ve been doing for centuries if not decades. It’s not just the photos that make those memories complete but also words, objects, poetry, phrases; they all add up to create a special book that is very pleasing to look at and is also a memoir. Scrapbooking started as early as the fifteenth century as a means of collecting poems and recipes etc. Later on it gathered fame as people started adding different materials and objects into their scrapbooks. Creating different motifs by drawing or by adding cutouts, using buttons and dried flowers, writing poetry and phrases, placing pictures and even adding fabric are all a part of crafting a scrapbook. Looking at a scrapbook after a couple of years is always a pleasure as each and every item holds a significant value in its own way and helps you remember and relive the past more vividly. Scrapbookinghas been around for ages and it’s not just the owner who receives pleasure from it; future generations also get a lot of education in terms of the family tree. Various items can be used to create a scrapbook such as embroidered fabric, buttons, broken earrings, marbles, pebbles, chipboard, lace, ribbons, sequins, cut-outs of letters, photos, beads, stickers, you name it and it can be used as embellishments to beautify the page.

Nowadays, because of technological advancement, everything has been made a lot easier. Though we carry on the same traditions, we’ve made everything digital which takes less time to create and is easy to share. The new generation has taken quite an interest in digital scrapbookingas they get to create albums and pages that they can later share on social networks. Softwares such as Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw and Microsoft Digital Image Pro provide everything that is needed to create the scrapbook look. Digital scrapbookingis a lot easier as there is no need for collecting any materials. Everything is available online and with a bit of practice, you can create a scrapbook page for each day. Materials, textures, fonts, pictures can all be edited and even created in these softwares and the options are endless. It is easier to create a digital scrapbook as there’s no hassle in terms of cut outs, printing photos or using glue. Everything is done digitally and you can find many embellishments online. There are various stores on the internet that provide scrapbookingmaterials to be used digitally. If you have any printed photographs that you might want to use in your scrapbook, you can simply scan them; even photos taken from your camera can be easily transferred to your pc or laptop. If you want to create another scrapbook, similar to the one you already have, all you need to do is take multiple printouts and you can create as many layouts as you want. Photos can be enhanced, old photos can be added, various fonts can be used, there’s so much that the internet has to offer. Digital scrapbookingis definitely a hobby that is worth looking into. There’s no mess and you can never run out of supplies as there are many websites that offer downloadable materials even for free.

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Unlike before, today’s scrapbooking is mainly done on a pc or a laptop. Everything is available online from textures to embellishments etc. which makes the scrapbooking process a lot easier. There’s no mess of cutouts or dripping glue, as none of these things are required. Everything that you need is available online and you can download the products either for free or by paying. To edit and shape things, you will need a scrapbook software that will help you create whatever you want to in a digital medium. Softwares such as My Memory Suite, Memory Mixer and Craft Artist offer a wide variety of templates for the customers to choose from. Being inexpensive, these softwaresprovide all that is required in scrapbooking. Even traditional scrap bookers love these softwares as they are easy to use, affordable and mess free. A scrapbook software comes with many built in features and pretty much everything can be edited. There are a number of free textures, embellishments, templates and paper patterns that come with the software so you can start your scrapbookright away. All you need to do is learn how to use the software, which only takes a few minutes, and you are all set to go. You can edit and color photos, drag and drop add-ons and even give your book an unusual texture. The options are endless when it comes to digital scrapbooking.

Digital scrapbooking is a cheaper alternative to traditional scrapbooking as the latter requires a lot of objects for it to be completed. Shops providing scrapbookembellishments and items charge thousands of dollars to their clients for supplies. On the other hand, digital scrapbooking is less time consuming and sometimes you don’t even have to buy anything, it’s available for free. A scrapbook softwarecosts less than what people spend on the basic necessities of traditional scrapbooking. Just by scanning your old photos or transferring your recent digital photos onto a laptop or pc, you can start work on them in an instant. You can add jewels, feathers, fabric, lace; whatever sort of embellishments you like and if you need new ones, they will be available to you online anytime of the day. Digital scrapbooking has made the scrapbooking process very convenient for both youngsters and adults as all you need to create a scrapbook now is a laptop and an internet connection. You can also find hundreds of templates online so no two pages have to be alike. The major plus point of creating a scrapbook digitally is that you can share your creation on your desired social networking site, which makes it easier to share your talents and artwork. Scrapbooking has once again gained recognition with the help of softwares so now everyone; young and old can be a part of the fun. It’s an inexpensive hobby that helps you save your memories so that you can enjoy them afterwards. You can also create a scrapbookas a gift for someone and have it printed for their safe keeping. It makes one very thoughtful present.

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Scrapbookinghas been a part of our tradition from a very long time. It is a means of storing all your past memories in one place. Like an album, though much more elaborate, a scrapbook can consist of numerous things such as photos, phrases, tiny objects and embellishments. Each page of the scrapbook is decorated with the things that made the memory of that particular photograph special. For example, if there’s a photo of your wedding day that you would like to incorporate in your scrapbook, you can add a bit of lace cut from the inside of your wedding gown, a dried flower from your wedding day and some cut outs filled with the writings of your vows to make the page more special. Scrapbookingis an art that has been brought down through generations. Considered as a great past time and a hobby, creating a scrap book used to take a lot of hard work and effort but the end result was always something beautiful and much cherished. It was a favorite amongst women who liked to keep journals of their daily accounts as this way they got to add that little extra to make their book unique. By collecting sea shells, broken jewelry, pieces of cloth etc. they were able to create works of art that were both personal and beautiful. The market for scrapbookinggrew in the 1980s as shops were opened that offered scrapbook supplies. Over 4 million women in America alone have taken up this hobby ever since.

Nowadays, technology has taken over a lot of our old hobbies as more and more gadgets are being introduced in the market. Though some people still prefer doing things the old way, there are those that are introduced to their family tradition with the help of technology. Digital scrapbookingis one such thing; making the whole process a lot more easier, this format of scrapbooking is being taken up by many youngsters as a hobby. Because everything is connected today with the help of technology, you can now create scrapbook pages and upload them on the internet for the whole world to see. Digital scrapbooking provides a wide variety of options in terms of embellishments as everything is available online. You can download whatever it is you are looking forand paste it in your scrapbook. There are a few websites that even offer freebies on a weekly basis, so you don’t necessarily have to buy anything to create your masterpiece. Though it’s the new age, the vintage look has always been a personal favorite amongst many scrap bookers. You can download textures and materials online that can help you get your desired effect. There’s no mess and just by learning the basics of a few softwares, you can create wonderful memoirs of your life that are a treat to look at. Digital scrapbookinghas a lot to offer and it’s something that even the elders can relate to. And if you want a printed version for yourself, you can always print your layouts and create the ultimate scrapbook.

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A traditional scrapbook, though very creative and beautiful, can take up to months to be completed. The supplies are always expensive and need a lot of effort to be cut and glued on to the pages. But for some it is a very satisfying habit and they would not have it any other way. Starting off as early as the 15th century, this method of keeping memorabilia has been a favorite amongst women of all ages. Though people did lose interest in scrapbooking at the start of the technological era, a lot of people have taken it up as a hobby now that it has been introduced in the digital form. A scrapbook software can help you create amazing backgrounds and textures without you having to collect anything. You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars on scrapbook supplies just to complete one page; now you can create and share your layouts and pages online. Most softwares come with in-built textures, backgrounds and layouts so there’s no need to spend any extra cash. But if you want more, you can always head online and download various embellishments and add-ons, free of cost. A scrapbook software is normally very easy to use and for someone who is a beginner, it can take a few minutes to understand what goes where. Creating a scrapbook through a software can save you from the hassles of cutting, sticking and making a mess. Providing a similar result to traditional scrapbooking, this method is cost-effective and easy to use which makes it popular amongst elders and youngsters alike.

Creating a layout with the help of a scrapbook software is very easy as most softwares provide all the options. You can drag and drop images, edit them, copy and paste them, add embellishments on top, give the background a texture and do so much more. Some softwares even give you the facility to use a color picker so your objects and add-ons can be an exact match with the rest of the layout. Creating a scrapbook page on a software is a lot of fun as you can distort images and even give them a vintage look. The options are endless when it comes to a scrapbooking softwares. Now you can spend more time working on your pages rather than wasting time on collecting things and cleaning up. If you haven’t tried scrapbooking yet, you can always give it a try online. The process is fairly easy and does not need any complex tutorials. You can look into all the options the software has to provide one by one. If you have that creative spark in you and want to create a journal which includes everything from photos to poems to objects, then scrapbooking is the thing for you. And if you want to have it in hard copy, you can always get the layouts printed. Unlike traditional scrapbooking, digital scrapbooking is fast, easy and cost effective and even people who have been using traditional methods all along, have been converted to using the digital medium once discovering all its benefits.

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It is always recommended that you save your layout periodically as you work on it. In order to save, simply go to the file to save, and then save using the PSD extension, which is set to default. It will save the entire layer, which will enable you to make changes in the future. Once you finish, you may want to save another version of the layout for thing like printing, uploading your photos to an online photo gallery, and email the photos to your friends and family members. In order to save documents for printing, the first thing you should do is to open original layers of PSD file in your scrapbook. You can then go to layer and make the image flat. If you are prompted to discard any hidden layers, just click on the OK button. Finally, move to the File and save as JPG file type. You can then save by clicking on the SAVE button. When the Scrapbooking softwareprompts you for a compression value of 10, just click on the SAVE button. If you want to print out the photos at a size other than the normal twelve by twelve inches square, you should move to the  Image and then to the Image Size. You then change the size of the image in PSE and change the dimensions to your liking size. At the same time, you should maintain the 300 dpi resolution.  In order to ensure that they have preferred color profile that will make your color print be the way you see them on your screen, check with your online printing company. For example, in order to print on 8inches by 10 inches, or 8.5 by 11 inch paper sizes, change the size of your document to 8 by 8 inches after the second step. You can create a new document of the size of your paper, and then you can Shift and Drag your 8 and 8 inch image layout over to the new document file. Make the image flat and save it as your new document, which is now ready for printing.Youcannowopenthe original layer of the PSD file and save.

 Every online photo gallery has its own maximum size of file that you can upload. In order for your image to be viewed at the largest size, use the largest dimensions of pixels.  Now let us define some features of files that are used with Scrapbook. Tobegin with, PSD are files in layers. Even though other photo editor software can read these files, they are specifically for Adobe Photoshop and its element.Another one is the JPG, which are solid image file whose papers and photos are mostly common.  Thereare also overlaid files, which are called PNG. In this case, the background of the image files is transparent. This allows the images to exist in layers on top of one another.  Most of the of the scrapbook features and decorations are in layers and exists in PNG files, which can be either in ribbons, frames, buttons, or in staples. The last in the list is Adobe Reader Acrobat files. These files are used when the designer wants to provide guidelines and instruction on how to use the downloaded files. They are also applicable in eBooks.

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When creating a digital layout, you should perform this task in the same way as performing a traditional method of layout in Scrapbook. In that case, therefore, you lay papers and their elements piling on top of the other. Each of the papers, photos and decorations must exist on their own layer within the document. In addition, you can change their position in your desired direction. The following step will guide on creating a simple layout using Adobe Photoshop and its features. The first step is to open your photo editor software, which you will use to edit the photos to your desired size and look. On the photo editor page, go to the file new, set the size of your document to twelve by twelve inches square using a transparent background, and then click on the OK button. This will definitely give you your layout document to work within the scrapbook. The third step is to go the file, which you will open and then locate the file of a paper you would like to use for the background of your document. You can then click on the OK button. The fourth step in this procedure is to position your layout document together with your paper document windows in order for the document to be visible. In the next step, you can click on the move tools. You can do this by clicking on the arrow icon at the upper part of the tools palette. Otherwise, you can just type M. In order for you to move your paper onto your layout, you should simply hold on the SHIFT key, then click on the page, and drag it to your layout. Once you have positioned your cursor on the layout, you can now release the mouse. Ensure that the paper is at the center on its own layer in your layout document. Repeat the steps in the procedure two to five this time with a photo having a frame and a piece of word art. You can then position your elements and you will have created a simple but attractive layout. 

There are several tips that will enable you to manipulate your files. The first is to click on the element’s layer in order to change its position on your layout scrapbook. By using the Move Tool, you are able to move your cursor over the element and click to drag the element onto the desired position of your layout.  In order to change the size of an element on your layout, you only need to select the layer of the element, and then move to edit. In order to transform, go to the PSE user and transform using a free transform. You can then hold the SHIFT key and drag simultaneously one of the corner handles in order in or out to change size and maintain the original size. Your bounding box that has adjustment handle will shop for you automatically after leaving the Show Bounding dialogue Box, which is an option you can check on the tool bar. If you want to add depth to your photo element, move the cursor to the layer, then to the layer style, drop shadow and then adjust setting in your dialogue box to your desire. In order to move your elements in front or backward behind one another in the layout, you click the mouse and drag the layer upwards or downwards into a new in the layer palette using the scrapbook software.

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versatile products in the world of digital scrapbooking. They are ABR files that must be Let us begin with Stamps and Brushes. Stamps and Brushes are perhaps the most loaded into your photo editing program. Once loaded, they can be used as a rubber stamp, an eraser, a paintbrush, a laser cutter, a distressing tool, and more. They can enable you to change size, change color. You are also able to rotate, and duplicate in order to create patterns. The possibilities are truly endless. Downloads also include PNG versions of the brushes that can be used if your software does not support brushes. Another feature is the digital quick pages. Digital Quick Pages are scrapbooking, which you get when they are already designed. These pages are ready for use and you use them to drop in your photos to them. They are PNG files that are flat in nature of their design. This implies that the aspects of the features on the page are impossible to manipulate. In other words, it is impossible for the users to change their features in any way. On the contrary, they give the users an opportunity to add more decorations to them and make them look more beautiful.

Actions consist of files you can easily load into Adobe Photoshop and use them in performing different kinds of many step functions. There are actions, which you can use for adding drop shadows, edges with ink, edges that are sane sanded, and many other things. You can also access photo actions, which can automatically make your photo sharp, soft, bright, and convert them to black and white. After loading an action, you can use it readily by clicking on a button. This will give you enough time to do other things concerning your layout. Another important feature is the digital layered templates, which is used for scrapbooking. They are the same to a layout of a paper or a sketch. The product's features are always in PSD files, which can include all layers of layout that waiting to be designed. They are different from the quick pages in that you can manipulate them to fit your demand. You can remove, change size, or change their position in any aspect. You are able to use your own choice of papers layout and decorations to beautify your photos yourself and simply clip the photos in order to the placeholders in on your photo file. You will get the guidelines for using the templates in the download. Digital Scrapbooking eBooks provide users with original design.

It also provides the books with ideas that are created in PDF formats. Digital Lesson Packs are scrapbooking guidelines packaged with everything you need to create the layout being taught. They include a full-color PDF with screen shots to walk you through every step of creating your layout. All papers and embellishments required to complete the project are included and you can use them repeatedly in any future layouts you create. Another feature in this list is Fonts, which you can use to add journaling and titles to your layouts. There are custom fonts available in the Designer Digitals Store on MAX scrapbooking site.

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The option you choose depends on your budget, and the time you are willing to devote to learning the software. By far, the most widely used programs for creating digital layouts are Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Photoshop Elements.  Adobe Photoshop (PS) is a professional-level photo editing program that will provide every possible photo editing capability you can imagine and give you a lot more flexibility with your layouts once you get comfortable with the basics. The disadvantage to this software is that it comes with a hefty price tag and a steep learning curve. Educational discounts are available at many academic software sites and the official Adobe website. Many stores only require that you have a child in K12 or college to qualify. Adobe Photoshop Elements (PSE) offers everything you need to begin digital scrapbooking. This mini-version of Photoshop is a much more cost effective way to get started, as the price tag is under one hundred dollars. The latest version of PSE is very easy to learn and packed full of the most popular features of PS.  You can download free trial versions of both PS and PSE from the Adobe website. Note that some of the most common digital scrapbooking features that you will only find in the full-version of PS are typing text on a path, using layer masks, recording custom actions, and curves adjustment layers. Fortunately, there are products you can purchase in the store that will do many of these things for you. Other common photo editing programs include Corel Paint Shop Pro, Microsoft Digital Im­age Suite, ACD See Systems Photo Editor, and LumaPix FotoFusion Scrapbook Essentials.

Digital scrapbooking uses a combination of papers, al­phas, stamps, ribbons, and a variety of other embellishments the same way as Paper scrapbooking. Unlike paper scrapbooking, however, digital providers the user with a freedom to change size, color, and use again any product in your sup­ply stashes. The best thing is that it does not have mess that you can put away when you finish. Digital Scrapbooking Kits are a collection of papers and embellishments all centered on a particular theme and color scheme. Kits are the best way to get started with a page. This is because everything coordinates and is designed to work together to give your page a cohesive look. Digital Paper Packs are exactly those packs of papers in digital format. You use these JPEG versions of 12 by 12 inches papers to create backgrounds, photo mattes, die-cuts, etc., just as you would use a traditional piece of paper. Of course, you are able to use these papers repeatedly, no longer worrying about making the wrong cut and wasting your supply. Digital Alphas come in a variety of formats. Some come with each letter/symbol as an individual PNG file, others come as a single PNG file with the entire set on one document, and still others are brush sets, or ABR files.  Digital Overlays are comparable to traditional transparencies. They are also PNG files, so part of the image is transparent, allowing elements beneath it on a layout to show through.

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The option you choose depends on your budget, and the time you are willing to devote to learning the software. By far, the most widely used programs for creating digital layouts are Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Photoshop Elements.  Adobe Photoshop (PS) is a professional-level photo editing program that will provide every possible photo editing capability you can imagine and give you a lot more flexibility with your layouts once you get comfortable with the basics. The disadvantage to this software is that it comes with a hefty price tag and a steep learning curve. Educational discounts are available at many academic software sites and the official Adobe website. Many stores only require that you have a child in K12 or college to qualify. Adobe Photoshop Elements (PSE) offers everything you need to begin digital scrapbooking. This mini-version of Photoshop is a much more cost effective way to get started, as the price tag is under one hundred dollars. The latest version of PSE is very easy to learn and packed full of the most popular features of PS.  You can download free trial versions of both PS and PSE from the Adobe website. Note that some of the most common digital scrapbooking features that you will only find in the full-version of PS are typing text on a path, using layer masks, recording custom actions, and curves adjustment layers. Fortunately, there are products you can purchase in the store that will do many of these things for you. Other common photo editing programs include Corel Paint Shop Pro, Microsoft Digital Im­age Suite, ACD See Systems Photo Editor, and LumaPix FotoFusion Scrapbook Essentials.

Digital scrapbooking uses a combination of papers, al­phas, stamps, ribbons, and a variety of other embellishments the same way as Paper scrapbooking. Unlike paper scrapbooking, however, digital providers the user with a freedom to change size, color, and use again any product in your sup­ply stashes. The best thing is that it does not have mess that you can put away when you finish. Digital Scrapbooking Kits are a collection of papers and embellishments all centered on a particular theme and color scheme. Kits are the best way to get started with a page. This is because everything coordinates and is designed to work together to give your page a cohesive look. Digital Paper Packs are exactly those packs of papers in digital format. You use these JPEG versions of 12 by 12 inches papers to create backgrounds, photo mattes, die-cuts, etc., just as you would use a traditional piece of paper. Of course, you are able to use these papers repeatedly, no longer worrying about making the wrong cut and wasting your supply. Digital Alphas come in a variety of formats. Some come with each letter/symbol as an individual PNG file, others come as a single PNG file with the entire set on one document, and still others are brush sets, or ABR files.  Digital Overlays are comparable to traditional transparencies. They are also PNG files, so part of the image is transparent, allowing elements beneath it on a layout to show through.

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