01: Corel PhotoImpact X3: [Make the text clear]

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cadr168
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01: Corel PhotoImpact X3: [Make the text clear]

Post by cadr168 »

1)Open a JPG file from>File>Open.
Unclear text show on the photo.
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2)Choose "Standard Selection Tool", first adjust "Soften selection edge" for 19 level then circle the text with background.
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3)Make the background more dark, go to>Photo>Light>Brightness and Contrast, click "Less bright and less contrast" or "Less bright and more contrast" whatever we deside.
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4)Type the Chinese text on it, choose gray color and the font size is 40, select "3D Round" mode.
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5)Go to show "Tool Setting" on the right side, in the "Options" check "Anti-aliasing" for "Strong" effect.
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6)Right click on the photo, choose "Match Background Color" it can mix text with background that looks natural.
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7)Save as a new file then done for work.
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Image Master
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thank you

Post by Image Master »

Thank you for this helpful tips.
BettyBoo
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Post by BettyBoo »

I like the way it all looks like it was photographed like that and not touched up. Good luck in the competition.
mon petit
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Post by mon petit »

Very useful, i'll try it!
jdjjjddd
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very useful

Post by jdjjjddd »

Thanks for this userful tip!