I seem to be having a problem resizing images. I feel kinda dumb for this one. It should be easy! For some reason, my images won't resize when I do Format, resize image. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong here. Thanks! nichole

Hi Nicole
Format resize image is for resizing the entire canvas.
To resize indivdual pieces like photos and elements, you just click on them so they are selected and use the resize handles - use a corner handle to keep the proportions the same.
This tutorial here is for an older version but the principle is still the same
http://scrapbook-bytes.com/cgi-scrip...icle_124.shtml
HTH - any more questions please ask away

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If you want to resize the image for the web or email, use the "Batch edit in MiniLab" link in the common tasks pane. I use the "Resize Image" if I just want to change a 12x12 background into an 8x10, for instance, but you take a chance here - if you want a true size, then you must uncheck the box that says "Maintain Proportions". When I want to create something entirely new, I usually open a new page and click on Format to get the canvas to the right size. Then I choose a shape, remove the lines, and fill with a color or picture. You need the picture loaded into DIP first, then click on Effects, and choose "Fill With Texture or Color". When asked, click on the picture you want to use for fill. For photos, I often start with a blank canvas in the size I want the finished photo to be. Then I slide my picture onto that and use the drag handles to make it the size of the canvas. There are lots of ways to resize! I hope this helps!

Actually, resizing a photo and saving for the web works best if you use "save a copy for mobile device". We have found it makes a much clearer, crisper image that shows textures really well. Using "save for email or web" leaves your picture less sharp and textures look awful. Try it out and see what you think.

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Oh, and if you want to change a square background into a rectangle you can't use "resize image". The pattern won't stay true. It will be squished. To change a square into a rectangle you need to use "crop" and not "resize image".

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Kim

Your points are all very true. The method used depends on the reason for resizing. It depends on the resolution you want for the finished product. For printing, I use a high one, but for smaller PowerPoint file sizes, I batch resize a whole album at once. I often make a digital album with PowerPoint to put on a DVD to include with a printed album, and to email. They still look great in PowerPoint presentations and email. Whichever method you choose, don't forget to do your resizing with a COPY of the original!

It doesn't matter why you want to resize an image. You still can't resize a square image into a rectangular one or vice versa without distorting it unless you crop first.

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I think you are both talking about different things
Resizing in regards to resolution vs resizing in regards to actual physical size/perspective

So you are both right

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