frizzylee
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Post by frizzylee on Oct 9, 2020 0:00:33 GMT
I have a large image with many smaller photos inside of it. I would like to put a frame around each of the smaller photos. Up to now, I have always put a frame around photos like this before importing them into the larger image. Originally there weren't going to be any frames, but now I can see I need them. Is there a simple way to put the borders around the photos as they are in the large image? It's going to be really time-consuming to pull each photo out, put the frame on it and then place it back within the large image.
Pat
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Post by BuckSkin on Oct 9, 2020 1:37:27 GMT
I am not certain what look you are after.
The thought that comes to mind is to make a selection around the perimeter of each individual photo and "Stroke" the selection ..... Edit > Stroke
Do each one on it's own blank layer so that you can play around with how many pixels wide for the stroke and whether you want the outline inside, outside, or centered on the selection line.
You can choose the colors and also reduce opacity if that is desired.
You can also add a "Style" to the stroke, such as various bevels (think carpentry moldings and trim), drop shadows, highlights, and such; you can even stroke the stroke.
I hope I described this in a way as to be understandable.
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Post by Sepiana on Oct 9, 2020 1:43:19 GMT
Hi Pat, As each smaller photo is on its own layer, you can create a border around each one of them using a stroke. 1. Select>All (Ctrl-A, Cmmd-A on a Mac). You will see marching ants around your image. 2. Go to Edit>Stroke (Outline) Selection. In the dialog box enter the stroke Width and Color of your choice. For Location select Inside. You could also, . . . Create a new blank layer for each smaller photo and apply the stroke on this layer. The advantage of having the stroke on its own layer is that it gives you more flexibility in editing. You can change its color, width; apply a bevel, texture, etc. If you decide you don't want the stroke, just delete this layer. EDIT: I just noticed BuckSkin had already helped you, with the same stroke suggestion. Great minds think alike! |
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frizzylee
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Post by frizzylee on Oct 10, 2020 17:04:37 GMT
Thank you so much, Buckskin and Sepiana, for the help with the frames. I had used that method for photos BEFORE adding them to the final arrangement. I tried doing it after putting them in and it did not always work. I realize now that it was I was doing so many things to the final arrangement that it interfered with the placement of the frame. However, except for one part, it worked this time and saved me a lot of extra work.
As always, I am keeping a copy of your instructions so I think I will be good to go next time.
Pat
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Post by Sepiana on Oct 10, 2020 19:17:21 GMT
Pat, you are most welcome! Pleased to hear your success story. BTW, I forgot to mention how important the location of the stroke is. You may want to check . . . When Location Matters. |
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