Photoshop Elements is well established as the premier consumer photo-editing software, and the latest release is Photoshop Elements 15. This enhances the software's reputation as a powerful and easy-to-use option for photo-editing, with a range of features for editing and creating photo effects and also a powerful Organizer for managing your photos. Photoshop Elements 15 Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts in easy steps not only offers a comprehensive guide to getting up and running with the software, but goes further: providing a wealth of detail in ways to progress to more advanced photo-editing and also find some of the hidden secrets of the software. Although the book looks at some of the ways you can expand your photo-editing exploits, it does not forget new users or anyone who wants to brush up on the basics, including: Navigating around Elements: including using the Expert Edit mode, the Expert Toolbox, Panels, Menu Bar, Preferences and the Organizer workspace. Organizing images: downloading images, viewing and organizing them using the People, Places and Events views, and using albums and folders. Standard image editing techniques: color enhancements, cropping, cloning, using the healing brush, rotating, transforming, magnification and using the eraser tools. Using “Quick Wins” for removing unwanted objects, removing red-eye, changing photos to black and white, enhancing images and Photomerge options. Using “Guided Edits” to create special effects such as Zoom Burst and Depth of Field. Using Text and Drawing tools, to add, format, edit and customize text. Sharing your photos in a range of formats and styles, such as photo books or cards. Printing your images in a variety of formats. In addition, the book covers some more advanced areas, including making selections, layers, handling RAW images, curves and using the histogram. It also looks at some of the new features in Elements 15: Editing and enhancing facial expressions. Creating breathtaking text from a photo. Producing eye-catching collages, complete with a range of effects. Adding motion blur to the background of photos. Creating works of art with paint effects, textures and themes. Using Smart Tags to find photos. Reducing camera shake or haze in a photo. Photoshop Elements 15 Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts in easy steps covers versions for both PC and Mac users, and has something for everyone: an in depth introduction for new users, and a range of options for those who want to take their photo-editing to the next level. Throughout, there are hundreds of tips and handy hints so that you will feel like an Elements expert in no time.

Over 1000 tips, tricks and shortcuts to help you get the most out of Adobe's Photoshop Elements 14 Photoshop Elements is well established as the premier consumer photo-editing software and the latest release is Photoshop Elements 14. This enhances the software's reputation as a powerful and easy-to-use option for photo-editing, with a range of features for editing and creating photo effects and also a powerful Organizer for managing your photos. Photoshop Elements 14 Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts in easy steps not only offers a comprehensive guide to getting up and running with the software, but goes further: providing a wealth of detail in ways to progress to more advanced photo-editing and also find some of the hidden secrets of the software. Although the book looks at some of the ways you can expand your photo-editing exploits, it does not forget new users or anyone who wants to brush up on the basics, including: Navigating around Elements: including using the Expert Edit mode, the Expert Toolbox, Panels, Menu Bar, Preferences and the Organizer workspace.Organizing images: downloading images, viewing and organizing them using the People, Places and Events views and using albums and folders.Standard image editing techniques: color enhancements, cropping, cloning, using the healing brush, rotating, transforming, magnification and using the eraser tools.Using “Quick Wins” for removing unwanted objects, removing red-eye, changing photos to black and white, enhancing images and Photomerge options.Using “Guided Edits” to create special effects such as Zoom Burst and Depth of FieldUsing Text and Drawing tools, to add, format, edit and customize text.Sharing your photos in a range of formats and styles, such as photo books or cards.Printing your images in a variety of formats. The book also covers some more advanced areas, including: Making selections and how to then make of the most of them.A comprehensive look at Layers and how these can be used to build up stunning multi-faceted images.Handling RAW images so that you can fine-tune photos in this high-quality file format before you start editing them.Unravelling the mysteries of image sizing so that you can create images at the correct size for printing or emailing to family and friends.Understanding advanced editing options, including levels, curves and the histogram.Adding and working with metadata so that you can effectively search for photos.Using Filters to create your own customized special effects. Photoshop Elements 14 Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts in easy steps covers versions for both PC and Mac users and has something for everyone: an in depth introduction for new users, and a range of options for those who want to take their photo-editing to the next level. Throughout, there are hundreds of tips and handy hints so that you will feel like an Elements expert in no time.

New to Facebook? Then this essential guide will prove to be the perfect introduction to the world's largest social media site. Covering Facebook's key features, including: • Setting up an account and posting on Facebook, whilst maintaining your privacy and staying safe. • Having fun perfecting and sharing photos and videos. • Creating Facebook Groups and Pages, including your business or charity Page. • Saving time by using Events to invite friends, and to organize your social life, in an instant. • Buying and selling items using the no-fee Marketplace. • Eliminating irrelevant adverts and annoying posts from your News Feed. • Using the free messaging service, Messenger, to send private messages, and make phone and video calls. • Learning about Facebook Live, and the television apps. Even if you are a veteran Facebook user already, you're sure to learn something new with this jam-packed book. Table of Contents: Introducing Facebook Setting up a new Facebook account Familiarise yourself with Facebook Creating your first Facebook posts Start using the Facebook app Working with Groups Working with Pages Using Facebook Messenger Create and join events Using photos and videos Buying and selling Tailoring the adverts Privacy and security Using third-party apps

Learn to use your new iPhone quickly: Messaging, calls and emails, video calls with FaceTime, use iCloud and Family Sharing, explore the iTunes Music Library and much more! Covers iPhones with iOS 11. In full colour and straightforward, jargon-free language, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition, gives you all the information you need to get up and running with your new iPhone and quickly feel you are in control of it. iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition covers everything you need to know to keep fully connected. With your iPhone in your pocket you are only ever a couple of taps away from friends and family. Learn how to: Make and receive phone calls Text with the Messages app, including a variety of new fun features Make video calls with FaceTime Set up and use email accounts Use Settings to customise your iPhone exactly to your style and requirement Use Apple Pay on your iPhone to pay securely – no need to carry your wallet all the time Master the newly designed Control Center Explore the entire iTunes Music library, share music, videos, apps, calendars and photos with family members – stay in the loop with children and grandchildren! Apps are at the heart of the iPhone and iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition gives a comprehensive introduction to using the preinstalled apps. It then shows how to find and download apps from the Apple App Store for: Going on vacation Online shopping Social networking Hobbies Music and videos Books Photos Keeping up-to-date with everyday tasks, through the use of the Notes, Calendar, Contacts and Reminders apps Health and wellbeing, using the Health app that is designed to collate a range of health and fitness information An in-depth chapter on iCloud, Apple's online storage, sharing and backup service, explains how iCloud works and shows how it can automatically store your data and share your photos so you don’t have to worry about losing information should anything happen to your iPhone. This 4th edition of this popular title is updated to cover the latest operating system, iOS 11, and its array of new features. It is illustrated using the iPhone 8, but is suitable for all iPhones with iOS 11. It is written in larger type, for easier reading, and with the Senior reader in mind. Some of the enhancements to iOS 11 include: The enhancements to the Dock The newly designed App Switcher and Control Center A new camera on the iPhone 8 The improvements to multitasking to improve productivity, including Drag and Drop capabilities The new File app for organizing and accessing documents The newly designed virtual keyboard for streamlining text and data input The newly designed App Store iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition takes the mystery out of using your iPhone and shows how it can become your most useful digital companion, ready to help keep you in touch, up-to-date and entertained. Covers iOS 11 - released September 2017

The Raspberry Pi is a cheap, basic, programmable credit-card sized computer that plugs into your TV and a keyboard. It can be used for many of the things that your PC does, like spreadsheets, word-processing and playing games, but its real purpose is to inspire children (and grown-ups) to learn how to program. Over two million Raspberry Pis have been sold worldwide. The Raspberry Pi comes in two models: Model A has RAM, one USB port and no Ethernet (network connection)Model B has 256Mb RAM, two USB ports and an Ethernet port Raspberry Pi in easy steps starts with the basic components you’ll need, the desktop and how to command the system. Then in easy steps, it shows how to use Python to create games, develop windowed apps using Tkinter, add animations using Scratch, control electrical input and output, and much more. Use Raspberry Pi in easy steps to have fun going back to basics and creating your own applications.

* This value-priced full-color book presents 100 techniques to help digital photography buffs do more in less time using the latest version of Photoshop Elements, the popular image-editing program that offers most of the features of Photoshop at a fraction of the cost * Organized into ten chapters, with ten tasks per chapter, the book presents timesaving tips, cool secrets, and productivity tricks to help Photoshop Elements users move beyond the basics * Two-page tutorials use full-color screen shots, numbered instructions, and minimal text to guide visual learners step by step through each technique

Adobe's best-selling Photoshop Elements for editing images is updated with even more features to enhance pictures. And 'Photoshop Elements 14 in Easy Steps' reveals all the key features on offer for you to perfect your photos.

"This is an outstanding book for those who want to move beyond iMovie's easy, built-in effects, and learn techniques to give your videos a more professional look." --MyMac.com Book Reviewer David Weeks Create Thousand-Dollar Video Effects with iMovie and QuickTime Pro You can do more with iMovie than you might think. You don't have to trade up to Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere to build stylish and exciting videos. iMovie 3 Solutions brings high-end visual effects to the iMovie community with easy-to-follow projects, step-by-step instructions, and companion sample videos. Whether you're a hobbyist, a budding producer, or a dedicated video prosumer, iMovie 3 Solutions will help you create unique and breathtaking videos on a budget. Inside, noted author Erica Sadun shows you the ins and outs of iMovie video tricks, including: * Adding logos and watermarks to your movies * Producing exciting picture-in-picture effects * Creating larger and more dynamic title sequences * Combining animated elements with your iMovie footage * Designing interactive QuickTime skins that surround your iMovie videos * Converting your PowerPoint presentations into iMovie form * Authoring captions and subtitles for your movies * Building your own iMovie plug-ins * And more!