Basics

The basic concept is to create a mix of parts from two pictures and create a file of your combined picture.

Start by using the first option on the wizard to create a new layout. The wizard will guide you through picture loading, and then give you more detailed steps to help you get started on your photo mix.

Place Dots - Click on the "Add Dots" tool, then click anywhere on the first picture to add a dot. To create the best photo mix, try to place dots on and around all key features of the picture. As an example, when mixing images of faces, key features are the eyes, nose, and mouth. Remember that the more dots you place, the smoother your end result will be.

Adjust Dots - For every dot you place on one picture, a corresponding dot, or "partner" dot, will appear on the other picture. You will only need to adjust the placement of each partner dot so that the key features mix just the way you'd like them to. To move the dots around, first click on the "Move Dots" tool, then click on any dot in either picture. Notice that the dot and its partner will both be glowing and blinking. Click on a dot and hold the mouse button down to drag the dot to a new location. Release the mouse button when the dot is at the desired location. Try to position the dots so that they match the key feature at which their partner dots are located on the other picture.

Viewing Your Photo Mix - Once you have completed placing dots on your pictures, you can preview your photo mix in the "Preview" window. Alternatively, you can select "Render Timeline" from the File menu and you'll be able to export your photo mix in various picture formats for display on the Internet or Email.

For a complete detailed walkthrough of creating a basic photo mix, please see the tutorial.

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