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AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals - Randy H. Shih & Luke Jumper Cover Art

AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals

AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals by Randy H. Shih & Luke Jumper

• Designed for users new to CAD • Uses step-by-step tutorials to teach you 2D drawing using AutoCAD • Covers the performance tasks found on the AutoCAD 2026 Certified User Examination The primary goal of AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals is to introduce the aspects of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD). This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals. This text covers AutoCAD 2026 and the lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making multiview drawings. This textbook contains a series of twelve tutorial style lessons designed to introduce beginning CAD users to AutoCAD 2026. It takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important 2D CAD techniques and concepts. This text is also helpful to AutoCAD users upgrading from a previous release of the software. The new improvements and key enhancements of the software are incorporated into the lessons. The 2D-CAD techniques and concepts discussed in this text are also designed to serve as the foundation to the more advanced parametric feature-based CAD packages such as Autodesk Inventor. The basic premise of this book is that the more designs you create using AutoCAD 2026, the better you learn the software. With this in mind, each lesson introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous lessons. This book is intended to help readers establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering. AutoCAD 2026 Certified User Examination The content of AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals covers the performance tasks that have been identified by Autodesk as being included on the AutoCAD 2026 Certified User Examination. Special reference guides show you where the performance tasks are covered in the book. Table of Contents      AutoCAD Certified User Examination Reference Guide      Introduction: Getting Started 1.   AutoCAD 2D Fundamentals 2.   Basic Object Construction Tools 3.   Geometric Construction and Editing Tools 4.   Object Properties and Organization 5.   Orthographic Views in Multiview Drawings 6.   Basic Dimensioning and Notes 7.   Symmetrical Features and Templates 8.   Parametric Drawing Tools 9.   Auxiliary Views and Editing with GRIPS 10. Section Views 11. Assembly Drawings and Blocks 12. AutoCAD 2D Isometric Drawings      Index

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GarageBand for Beginners

GarageBand for Beginners Everything You Need to Know to Get Started In GarageBand by Imagine Publishing

Discover all GarageBand has to offer, from the built-in settings and options to making music on the move, recording your own masterpieces and working with a range of different instruments. All the basics are covered here to get you up and running in Apple’s excellent music-editing suite. Designed by experts as an accessible, friendly guide to world-beating software and devices, the For Beginners series will help give you the confidence to learn everything you need to know. Clear, easy-to-understand and comprehensive, For Beginners’ first class tutorials, features and reviews are created with you in mind, ready to give you the tools you need to get the most out of your new passion.

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Principles and Practice An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025 - Randy H. Shih Cover Art

Principles and Practice An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025

Principles and Practice An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025 by Randy H. Shih

• Unifies engineering graphics with AutoCAD 2025 instruction into one book • Uses a tutorial style with numerous exercises and review questions • Designed for classroom use • Covers the AutoCAD Certified User Exam Principles and Practices An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025 combines an introduction to AutoCAD 2025 with a comprehensive coverage of engineering graphics principles. By adopting this textbook, you will no longer need to adopt separate CAD and engineering graphics books for your course. Not only will this unified approach give your course a smoother flow, your students will also save money on their textbooks. What's more, the tutorial exercises in this text have been expanded to cover the performance tasks found on the AutoCAD 2025 Certified User Examination. The primary goal of Principles and Practices An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025 is to introduce the aspects of engineering graphics with the use of modern Computer Aided Design/Drafting software - AutoCAD 2025. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals. The chapters in the text proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making complete sets of engineering drawings. This text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important concepts of Engineering Graphics, as well as in depth discussions of CAD techniques. This textbook contains a series of thirteen chapters, with detailed step-by-step tutorial-style lessons designed to introduce beginning CAD users to the graphic language used in all branches of technical industry. The CAD techniques and concepts discussed in the text are also designed to serve as the foundation to the more advanced parametric feature-based CAD packages, such as Autodesk Inventor. After completing this text your students will be prepared to pass the AutoCAD Certified User Examination. Certified User Reference Guides located at the front of the book and in each chapter show where these performance tasks are covered. Table of Contents      AutoCAD Certified User Examination Reference Guide 1.   Introduction and AutoCAD Fundamentals 2.   Geometric Constructions 3.   Object Properties and Organization 4.   Orthographic Projection and Multiview Constructions 5.   Pictorials and Sketching 6.   AutoCAD 2D Isometric Drawings 7.   Dimensioning and Notes 8.   Tolerancing and Fits 9.   Symmetrical Features in Design 10. Auxiliary Views 11. Section Views 12. Threads and Fasteners 13. Working Drawings      Appendix      Index

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Capture One Pro 2026 User Guide

Capture One Pro 2026 User Guide A Complete Step-by-Step Manual for Beginners and Experts to Master Professional Photo Editing, Color Grading, and Workflow Optimization by Isemonjie Elijah

Unlock the full potential of your photography with this definitive user guide for Capture One Pro 2026. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional, this book provides a comprehensive, easy-to-follow resource for mastering one of the industry’s most powerful photo editing tools. Inside, you’ll find detailed explanations of all the features and updates Capture One Pro 2026 has to offer, including: AI-Powered Editing Tools: Streamline your workflow with advanced AI tools for faster subject selection, automatic sky detection, and intelligent exposure balancing. Advanced Color Grading: Learn how to create cinematic, precise color corrections using Capture One's enhanced color wheels, refined color grading engine, and skin tone consistency tools. Faster Performance & Hardware Optimization: Enjoy a smoother editing experience with faster rendering, better GPU acceleration, and improved handling of large catalogs. Tethered Shooting Workflow: Maximize your studio efficiency with faster tethering speeds and enhanced live view controls, perfect for real-time image capture and review. Advanced Layer and Masking Capabilities: Gain full creative control with flexible masking tools, gradient and radial masks, and more precise brush options for detailed local adjustments. Designed for a wide range of users—from beginners to experts—this guide will help you master the fundamentals, improve your editing speed, and fine-tune your images to a professional standard. Get ready to refine your skills and unlock the true potential of your photography with Capture One Pro 2026. Whether you’re focused on color grading, tethered shooting, or streamlining your entire editing process, this book provides the essential tools and expert tips to make the most of every feature. Dive into the world of Capture One Pro 2026, and elevate your image editing to new heights!

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SketchUp 2024 for Interior Designers - Daniel John Stine & Maria Delgado Ph.D. Cover Art

SketchUp 2024 for Interior Designers

SketchUp 2024 for Interior Designers Studio Companion by Daniel John Stine & Maria Delgado Ph.D.

• Perfect for beginners, this guide makes learning SketchUp simple and engaging • Step-by-step tutorials bring 3D interior design models to life • Excel in the essentials of 2D line work, 3D modeling, material application, and printing • Unlock the power of photorealistic, real-time rendering with Enscape by Chaos • Discover seamless workflows with LayOut and PreDesign • Collaborate effortlessly with Autodesk files for smoother projects • Tailored for dynamic, interactive classroom learning SketchUp for Interior Designers provides a focused approach to help interior designers master the essential skills needed to confidently use SketchUp 2024 in their projects. This book takes you through step-by-step tutorials, transforming basic 2D line work into fully realized 3D models of interior spaces. Tailored for both independent learners and classroom settings, this guide provides a solid foundation in SketchUp essentials while also introducing you to advanced features that will enhance your design process. Whether you're creating floor plans, furniture layouts, or immersive renderings, this book makes learning SketchUp engaging and accessible for every interior designer. This book begins by introducing you to the basics of SketchUp, emphasizing essential skills such as 2D line work, 3D modeling, and the application of materials, all the way through to advanced rendering techniques. You'll delve into creating photorealistic images using Enscape, exploring how real-time rendering can elevate your presentations and client proposals. Each tutorial is designed to build on the previous, reinforcing skills and boosting confidence. The integration with other tools like LayOut and PreDesign will enhance your workflow, allowing for seamless design iterations and presentations. Additionally, this guide offers insights into effectively managing file imports with Autodesk applications, allowing for seamless collaboration across different software platforms. Designed with both classroom learning and independent study in mind, this book is not just a learning tool but a reference guide for everyday design challenges. The real-world project images sprinkled throughout will inspire you and demonstrate the practical applications of the skills you are developing. Whether you're preparing for a career in interior design or looking to upgrade your professional toolkit, SketchUp 2024 for Interior Designers offers the knowledge and techniques to harness the full potential of SketchUp, making every design project a success. Why use SketchUp? For interior designers, SketchUp is more than just a 3D modeling tool—it's a creative extension of your design process. It’s easy-to-learn interface allows you to quickly experiment with different layouts, materials, and lighting scenarios, giving you the flexibility to explore multiple design solutions in a short amount of time. By mastering SketchUp, interior designers can bridge the gap between concept and client presentation, using dynamic, interactive 3D models that effectively communicate design intent. The ability to integrate SketchUp with other tools like AutoCAD, Revit, and Enscape makes it an indispensable part of a professional workflow, ensuring your projects are visually compelling, technically accurate, and ready for real-world execution. Overview of Chapters • Chapters 1-3: Getting Started Learn the basics of SketchUp, including how to navigate the interface, start a model, draw 2D objects, and use essential tools like zoom and pan. Set up your first model and explore how to save, print, and export files. • Chapters 4-6: 3D Modeling Essentials Master SketchUp’s core 3D tools by converting 2D drawings into 3D models. Apply materials, use the 3D Warehouse, and organize your project with tags. Explore section views to better visualize your designs. • Chapters 7-9: Styles, Scenes, and PreDesign Enhance your designs with different visual styles, create scenes for presentations, and use PreDesign to integrate environmental factors like lighting into your designs. • Chapters 10-13: Rendering, Workflows, and LayOut Create photorealistic renderings with Enscape, work between SketchUp and Autodesk applications, and use LayOut to produce professional presentations and construction documents. Table of Contents 1.   Introduction to SketchUp 2.   Beginning with the Basics 3.   Getting Started 4.   3D Modeling 5.   Working with Materials and Tags 6.   Custom Reception Desk 7.   Working with Styles 8.   Scenes and Animations 9.   Creating the 3D model 10. Lobby with Reception Desk 11. Real-Time Visualization Renderings 12. Introduction to LayOut 13. Working with Autodesk Files      Index

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Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2025 - Level I - Alejandro Reyes Cover Art

Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2025 - Level I

Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2025 - Level I Parts, Assemblies, Drawings, SOLIDWORKS Visualize and SimulationXpress by Alejandro Reyes

• Designed to teach new users the basic concepts of SOLIDWORKS and good solid modeling techniques • Uses a task oriented approach to learning SOLIDWORKS • Focuses on the processes to complete the modeling of a part, instead of individual commands • Covers commands found on the CSWA exam and includes a practice test This book is intended to help new users learn the basic concepts of SOLIDWORKS and good solid modeling techniques in an easy to follow guide. It is a great starting point for those new to SOLIDWORKS or as a teaching aid in classroom training to become familiar with the software’s interface, basic commands and strategies as users complete a series of models while learning different ways to accomplish a particular task. At the end of this book, you will have a fairly good understanding of the SOLIDWORKS interface and the most commonly used commands for part modeling, assembly and detailing after completing a series of components and their 2D drawings complete with Bill of Materials. The book focuses on the processes to complete the modeling of a part, instead of focusing on individual software commands or operations, which are generally simple enough to learn. Throughout this book the author introduces you to new commands that are required to pass the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate exam, as listed on the SOLIDWORKS website. A dedicated chapter provides you with details about the exam, as well as a practice test to help you prepare for the actual exam. SOLIDWORKS is an easy to use CAD software that includes many time saving tools that will enable new and experienced users to complete design tasks faster than before. Most commands covered in this book have advanced options, which may not be covered in this book. This is meant to be a starting point to help new users to learn the basic and most frequently used commands. Table of Contents      Introduction 1.   The SOLIDWORKS Interface 2.   Part Modeling 3.   Special Features: Sweep, Loft and Wrap 4.   Detail Drawing 5.   Assembly Modeling 6.   Assembly and Design Table Drawings 7.   Animation and Rendering 8.   Analysis: SimulationXpress 9.   CSWA: Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate Practice Test 10. Collaboration: eDrawings      Appendix      Index

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Design Integration Using Autodesk Revit 2026

Design Integration Using Autodesk Revit 2026 Architecture, Structure and MEP by Daniel John Stine

• Covers all three disciplines of Autodesk Revit in one book • Guides you through creating a two story law office while teaching you the BIM process • Uses step-by-step tutorials and starts at an introductory level Design Integration Using Autodesk Revit 2026 is designed to provide you with a well-rounded knowledge of Autodesk Revit tools and techniques. All three disciplines of the Revit platform are introduced in this textbook. This approach gives you a broad overview of the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process. The topics cover the design integration of most of the building disciplines: Architectural, Interior Design, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical. Civil is not covered, but adding topography to your model is. Throughout the book you develop a two story law office. The drawings start with the floor plans and develop all the way to photo-realistic renderings similar to the one on the cover of this book. Along the way the building’s structure, ductwork, plumbing and electrical (power and lighting) are modeled. By the end, you will have a thorough knowledge of many of the Revit basics needed to be productive in a classroom or office environment. Even if you will only be working with one component of Revit in your chosen profession, this book will give you important knowledge on how the other disciplines will be doing their work and valuable insight into the overall process. The first four chapters cover many of the Revit basics needed to successfully and efficiently work with the software. Once the fundamentals are covered, the remaining chapters walk you through a building project which is started from scratch so nothing is taken for granted by you or the author. Table of Contents 1.   Getting Started with Autodesk Revit 2026 2.   Quick Start: Small Office 3.   Overview of Linework and Modify Tools 4.   Drawing 2D Architectural Objects 5.   Floor Plans 6.   Roof, Floors and Ceilings 7.   Vertical Circulation 8.   Structural System 9.   Annotation 10. Elevations, Sections and Details 11. Interior Design 12. Schedules 13. Mechanical System 14. Electrical System 15. Site and Renderings 16. Construction Documents Set

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SOLIDWORKS 2025 and Engineering Graphics

SOLIDWORKS 2025 and Engineering Graphics An Integrated Approach by Randy H. Shih

• Combines engineering graphics with SOLIDWORKS 2025 instruction • Uses a tutorial style with step-by-step instructions • Contains numerous exercises and review questions designed for classroom use • Prepares you to take the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate Exam • Includes SOLIDWORKS models of the sketching exercises to aid students' visualization • Features a chapter introducing you to 3D printing SOLIDWORKS 2025 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach combines an introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2025 with a comprehensive coverage of engineering graphics principles. Not only will this unified approach give your course a smoother flow, your students will also save money on their textbooks. What’s more, the exercises in this book cover the performance tasks that are included on the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Examination. Reference guides located at the front of the book and in each chapter show where these performance tasks are covered. The primary goal of SOLIDWORKS 2025 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach is to introduce the aspects of Engineering Graphics with the use of modern Computer Aided Design package – SOLIDWORKS 2025. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals. The chapters in this text proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making complete sets of engineering drawings. This text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important concepts of Engineering Graphics, as well as in-depth discussions of parametric feature-based CAD techniques. This textbook contains a series of sixteen chapters, with detailed step-by-step tutorial style lessons, designed to introduce beginning CAD users to the graphics language used in all branches of technical industry. This book does not attempt to cover all of SOLIDWORKS 2025’s features, only to provide an introduction to the software. It is intended to help you establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering. Table of Contents 1.   Introduction 2.   Parametric Modeling Fundamentals 3.   Constructive Solid Geometry Concepts 4.   Geometric Constructions 5.   Feature Design Tree 6.   Geometric Construction Tools 7.   Orthographic Projections and Multiview Constructions 8.   Dimensioning and Notes 9.   Tolerancing and Fits 10. Pictorials and Sketching 11. Section Views & Symmetrical Features in designs 12. Auxiliary Views and Reference Geometry 13. Introduction to 3D Printing 14. Threads and Fasteners 15. Assembly Modeling and Working Drawings 16. CSWA Exam Preparation      Appendix      Index

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The AutoCAD Professional's Handbook - Dan Abbott Cover Art

The AutoCAD Professional's Handbook

The AutoCAD Professional's Handbook Standards, Customization, Workflows and Automation by Dan Abbott

• A handbook for improving efficiency, accuracy and workflows in AutoCAD • Tailored for experienced users and students preparing for professional CAD work • Focuses on standards customization and real-world best practices • Teaches automation using AutoLISP and other high value productivity techniques • Applies to any release of AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, and similar CAD software packages • Includes AutoCAD puzzlers based on real world problems professionals encounter What separates an average AutoCAD user from a truly valuable professional is not simply knowing more commands. It is the ability to work efficiently, maintain accuracy, and deliver consistent results under real-world conditions. The AutoCAD Professional’s Handbook is a comprehensive text created for experienced users and aspiring professionals who want to take control of AutoCAD and significantly improve the way they work. Written by renowned author and professor Dan Abbott, this book reflects nearly four decades of industry experience, teaching, consulting, and problem-solving across a wide range of disciplines. AutoCAD is often used inefficiently, even by experienced users. Small inefficiencies add up over time, leading to lost productivity, inconsistent drawings, and unnecessary errors. This book addresses those issues directly by showing you how to streamline workflows, enforce standards, and automate repetitive processes. The increases in efficiency and productivity that are possible when applying the methods presented in this book are potentially enormous, in some cases shifting weeks of tedious work to simple automated processes. Applying the concepts in this book helps professionals become invaluable leaders within their organizations by enabling them to solve problems quickly and work more effectively under pressure. The final chapter, AutoCAD Puzzlers, brings a fun and highly practical close to the book by challenging readers with real problems drawn from professional AutoCAD use. Based on actual questions and strange behaviors encountered by users in the field, these puzzlers reflect the kinds of issues that can derail projects at the worst possible moment. Readers are invited to test their knowledge, think through each scenario, and then check the solutions at the end, making this chapter both an engaging challenge and a valuable problem-solving resource for serious AutoCAD users. This is not an introductory text. It is a professional handbook designed for those who already understand the fundamentals of AutoCAD and want to develop the skills, habits, and workflows that define expert users. What You’ll Learn This book focuses on practical skills that directly impact productivity and professional performance: • Improve efficiency while maintaining accuracy in every drawing • Apply technical drawing standards consistently across projects • Customize the AutoCAD interface to match your workflow • Manage files, system settings, and environments for reliability and speed • Work effectively with blocks, external references, fields, and annotative objects • Control layouts, plotting, and output with confidence • Automate repetitive tasks using scripts and AutoLISP • Update hundreds or thousands of drawings automatically • Solve real-world problems that commonly arise in professional settings Built for Real-World Work Unlike traditional textbooks that focus heavily on commands and features, this handbook is organized around the challenges that professionals actually face. It addresses productivity, system management, customization, standards, plotting, and automation in a way that reflects how AutoCAD is used in practice. The content draws from years of classroom instruction, industry consulting, and presentations at Autodesk University. It also reflects the kinds of questions and problems encountered by professionals working under deadlines, where efficiency and accuracy are critical. Many of the techniques presented in the book apply not only to AutoCAD, but also to AutoCAD LT, DraftSight and other CAD applications that follow similar workflows. Who This Book Is For This handbook is intended for intermediate and advanced AutoCAD users, as well as students preparing for professional roles in fields such as architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing. It is also valuable for CAD managers and experienced users who want to standardize workflows or introduce automation into their processes. Readers should already be comfortable with basic 2D drafting in AutoCAD. This book builds on that foundation and is designed to take users beyond entry-level skills into professional-level performance. A Long-Term Professional Reference This is not a book that is read once and set aside. It is designed to be used repeatedly as a reference throughout your career. Whether you are refining your workflow, troubleshooting a problem, or looking to automate a time-consuming task, this handbook provides practical guidance that can be applied immediately. For anyone serious about working with AutoCAD at a professional level, The AutoCAD Professional’s Handbook offers a clear path to greater efficiency, consistency, and control. Praise "As someone who has written about AutoCAD for 40 years, I found out things about AutoCAD that I never knew by reading this book. Dan Abbott has put his own decades of on-the-job experience into tips that is going to make AutoCAD work so much better in your workplace." — Ralph Grabowski, Author of over 240 CAD books and Industry Veteran Table of Contents 1.   AutoCAD Productivity 2.   Managing Your System 3.   Customizing the AutoCAD Interface 4.   Applying Graphics Standards 5.   Symbols, Tables, and Fields 6.   Annotative Entities 7.   Plotting 8.   Scripts 9.   AutoLISP by Example: Getting Started 10. AutoLISP by Example: Getting Better 11. Updating Thousands of Drawings 12. AutoCAD Puzzlers      Index

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Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2027 - Daniel John Stine Cover Art

Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2027

Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2027 by Daniel John Stine

• Designed for new users of AutoCAD 2027 • Project based tutorials design a house from start to finish using AutoCAD 2027 Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2027 is an introductory level tutorial which uses residential design exercises as the means to teach you Autodesk AutoCAD 2027. After completing this book you will have a well-rounded knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting that can be used in the industry and the satisfaction of having completed a set of residential drawings. This textbook starts with a basic introduction to AutoCAD 2027. The first three chapters are intended to get you familiar with the user interface and the most common menus and tools. Throughout the rest of the book you will design a residence through to its completion. Using step-by-step tutorial lessons, the residential project is followed through to create elevations, sections, details, etc. Throughout the project, new AutoCAD commands are covered at the appropriate time. Focus is placed on the most essential parts of a command rather than an exhaustive review of every sub-feature of a particular command. Table of Contents 1.   Getting started with AutoCAD 2027 2.   Crash Course Introduction (The Basics) 3.   Drawing Architectural Objects (Draw & Modify) 4.   Floor Plans 5.   Exterior Elevations 6.   Sections 7.   Plan Layout & Elevations 8.   Site Plan 9.   Schedules & Sheet Set Up 10. Lineweights & Plotting      Index

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The Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Firefly - Steven Mcananey Cover Art

The Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Firefly

The Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Firefly by Steven Mcananey

The Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Firefly is your practical introduction to Adobe's cutting-edge generative AI toolset for creatives of all skill levels. Whether you're a designer, marketer, content creator, or just AI-curious, this guide walks you through how to use Firefly to generate stunning visuals, text effects, and design elements — all powered by simple, intuitive prompts. Steven Mcananey breaks down the features, shares best practices, and offers hands-on exercises to help readers build confidence and creativity using Firefly’s AI capabilities across the Adobe ecosystem. No previous design experience required — just your imagination.

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SOLIDWORKS 2026 Basic Tools

SOLIDWORKS 2026 Basic Tools Getting Started with Parts, Assemblies and Drawings by Paul Tran

• Starts at an introductory level, designed for beginners • Comprehensive coverage of beginning tools and techniques • Uses a step by step, tutorial approach with real world projects • Covers the creation of parts, assemblies and drawings • Features a quick reference guide and a Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate practice exam • The first book of a three book series SOLIDWORKS 2026 Basic Tools is the first book in a three part series. It introduces new users to the SOLIDWORKS interface, SOLIDWORKS tools and basic modeling techniques. It provides you with a strong understanding of SOLIDWORKS and covers the creation of parts, assemblies and drawings. Every lesson and exercise in this book was created based on real world projects. Each of these projects has been broken down and developed into easy and comprehensible steps. Furthermore, at the end of every chapter there are self test questionnaires to ensure that you have gained sufficient knowledge from each section before moving on to more advanced lessons. This book takes the approach that in order to understand SOLIDWORKS, inside and out, you should create everything from the beginning and take it step by step. Who this book is for This book is for the beginner who is not familiar with the SOLIDWORKS program and its add ins. Table of Contents     Introduction: SOLIDWORKS 2026 User Interface      Setting the System Parameters 1.   System Options 2.   Document Templates      Basic Modeling Topics 3.   Basic Solid Modeling - Extrude Options 4.   Basic Solid Modeling - Extrude and Revolve 5.   Revolved Parts 6.   Rib & Shell Features 7.   Patterns 8.   Part Configurations 9.   Modeling Threads      Bottom Up Assembly Topics 10. Bottom Up Assembly 11. Using Advanced Mates 12. Kinematics - Assembly Motions 13. Rendering with SOLIDWORKS Visualize      Drawing Topics 14. Drawing Preparations 15. Assembly Drawings 16. Drawing Views 17. Detailing a Drawing 18. Sheet Metal Drawings 19. Configurations 20. Design Tables     Table of U.S. Measures     Table of Metric Measures     CSWA Preparation Materials     Glossary     Index     SOLIDWORKS 2026 Quick-Guides

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Hello iPhoto for iPad & iPhone - Saied G Cover Art

Hello iPhoto for iPad & iPhone

Hello iPhoto for iPad & iPhone by Saied G

Introducing Hello iPhoto for iPad & iPhone - "the manual," reinvented with iBooks. Hello iPhoto interactively guides you through all the features of iPhoto. With over 200 screenshots, you're going to get an in-depth look at iPhoto and so many cool and hidden features. Hello iPhoto for iPad & iPhone features "Tap to Learn." Just tap what you're intrigued by and Hello iPhoto will teach it to you. While you're in a lesson, you'll notice magnifying bubbles in many screenshots so you'll never have to guess where the button or feature is that you're reading about. You'll learn about iTunes to sync your photos. You'll also learn about iPhoto for the Mac. This includes importing and organizing photos, and using Faces (face recognition) to organize your family and friends automatically. This is the beginning of our Hello series. Say tuned. Please feel free to follow us at facebook.com/ItsAboutTime and twitter.com/ItsAboutTime.

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Improve Your Photography: How Budding Photographers Can Get Pro Results - Jim Harmer Cover Art

Improve Your Photography: How Budding Photographers Can Get Pro Results

Improve Your Photography: How Budding Photographers Can Get Pro Results by Jim Harmer

"Improve Your Photography" has been purchased by thousands of beginning photographers across the world and has been recently updated in this second edition. The book is packed full of quick and easy tips to encourage budding photographers to improve while learning concepts and technical information on photography. Jim explains this book this way, "This is what every photographer needs to know to take clean and stunning photos. If I would have had this book when I started, I would have been two years ahead of everyone else in just 100 pages." The book covers topics such as tips for taking better portraits of people, instruction on choosing lenses, tips for landscape and sunset photography, and HDR. Unlike most photography books that confuse beginning and intermediate photographers with difficult concepts and too much technical data, this book is designed specifically to teach photographers who are just learning how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO work together. "If I would have had this book when I started learning photography, I would have been two years ahead in learning."

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Apple Music: The Ultimate Guide

Apple Music: The Ultimate Guide by iMore Editors

Apple Music is, to quote the company, "All the ways you love music. All in one place." It offers a music subscription service, curated playlists, an always-on 24/7 radio station, and access to your Mac’s library from any devices with iCloud Music Library. Naturally, such an ambitious service isn’t without its complications. If you want to love Apple Music, but it’s got you scratching your head, we’ve got the guide for you. In this book, we cover Apple Music’s basics, the difference between Apple Music and iTunes Match, what iCloud Music Library is (and what it does), and how to use iOS 8.4’s Music app, Apple Music Siri commands, and iTunes 12.2.

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Logic Pro X - How It Works

Logic Pro X - How It Works A New Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

" Logic Pro X - How It Works " was not only the first manual available for Apple's music production app "Logic Pro X", it is the most comprehensive one and simply the best way to learn Logic. " Logic Pro X - How It Works " is also the only Logic book available as an interactive multi-touch eBook. On 849 pages, the author explains the app in great detail with additional background information that is often required to fully understand specific features. Many of the information regarding the functionality of Logic Pro X is found neither in the official documentation nor anywhere else.  Logic Pro X is a very deep and sometimes complex application that users (beginners and pros alike) often struggle with. This is where the unique approach of the Graphically Enhanced Manuals series come in. No matter how complex or complicated the subject is, the author provides easy to understand graphics and diagrams that let the reader understand and master the material. This interactive multi-touch eBook includes a 600 term Glossary that is linked throughout the content of the book. This is part one of two Logic books. " Logic Pro X - How It Works " and " Logic Pro X - The Details "  Readers love this unique way of leaning applications no matter how easy or complicated the app might be. Here are some responses from satisfied customers: "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - fform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand

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The Apple Home

The Apple Home Master your home entertainment with an Apple TV, AirPlay, speakers, and more by Macworld Editors

Today, every hardware device we own, from our phones to our Macs, can play audio and video. If yours is an Apple household, reliant primarily on Apple hardware, you’re in luck: Those devices most likely support a technology called AirPlay that makes sharing audio and video among devices around the house relatively simple. Let Macworld's editors show you how to set up AirPlay for your devices and for a Mac mini media server. We’ll also recommend some AirPlay speakers and walk you through the process of selecting the right video-streaming service. And if you're interested in cutting your cable, we offer some great ways to make the Apple TV work for you.

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Final Cut Pro X - How It Works

Final Cut Pro X - How It Works A New Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

This book is an old version for Final Cut Pro X v10.0.9 The new book for version 10.3 is called "Final Cut Pro 10.3 - How it Works" and is also available on the iBooks Store

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Master iPhone Photography

Master iPhone Photography Snap, Edit, and Share Your Mobile Images by Macworld Editors

Thanks to the iPhone, many more of us have a camera in our pocket. But, like any art, perfect photography takes time. (Maybe not so much money wasted on roll upon roll of 35mm film, but still.) That's why we put together this book, our attempt to help you glide through the rough patches and onto photographic stardom. This book explains it all: the nitty-gritty bits of taking pictures, editing and sharing your work, and using third-party apps and accessories to move from mischief to mastery. We still can't teach you to have fun, or love your iPhone camera. But with any luck, this book will put you on that path.

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Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D For Dummies - Julie Adair King Cover Art

Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D For Dummies

Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D For Dummies by Julie Adair King

A full-color guide to Canon's exciting new dSLR camera Whether it's your first dSLR, your first Canon camera, or simply a new tool for your photography, your Canon Rebel T3i/600D has countless capabilities and you'll want to understand them all. This book covers all the dials, menus, and controls, showing you how to use each one. It explains how to change and use various lenses and offers advice on exposure, focus, printing, using flash, sharing photos online, and much more, all with plenty of full-color examples to show what you can achieve. Canon's popular T3i/600D offers a vast array of options for the new dSLR photographer; this book guides you through all the settings, dials, and menus Explains how to use Live View mode and record, edit, and play back video Provides tips and advice on working with exposure, manipulating focus and color, switching from auto to manual controls, and using lighting creatively Shows how to get photos from the camera to the computer, then edit and manage them using different software packages Illustrated with full-color photos from the author, showing what you can achieve This fun and friendly book helps you to quickly and confidently take advantage of the many creative possibilities offered by your new Canon camera.

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iPhoto Tips & Tricks

iPhoto Tips & Tricks The essential guide to photo editing on your Mac by Imagine Publishing

Bringing you everything you need to know about iPhoto, this is the perfect tool for anyone who likes to get creative on their Mac. With in-depth features and step-by-step guides, iPhoto Tips & Tricks will help you unlock the potential of your Mac. Written by experts for readers dedicated to getting the most from their products, Tips & Tricks is a series that provides world-beating advice to experienced consumers, offering a variety of intermediate to advanced tutorials and stylish, cutting-edge features. In-depth yet accessible, the Tips & Tricks series offers a comprehensive solution unlike any other. Part of the iLife Tips & Tricks family.

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GarageBand for iPad - How it Works

GarageBand for iPad - How it Works A New Type of Manual - the Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

This is the only comprehensive manual for "GarageBand for iOS" (not just a quick start guide) " GarageBand for iPad - How it Works " from the GEM series (Graphically Enhanced Manuals) explains Apple's popular music production application "GarageBand for iPad" with rich illustrations and diagrams that are not found in any other manual. The 288 page interactive Multi-Touch eBook (with a 200+ term interactive glossary) presents this software application in great details with that easy to understand, visual approach. It covers all the features of the app plus getting into great details about iCloud and iTunes File Sharing. All of that with the easy to understand, visual approach known from other books from the best-selling GEM series. "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - fform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 of pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand

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iMovie for Beginners: iBooks 2 Edition

iMovie for Beginners: iBooks 2 Edition Everything you need to know to get started in iMovie by Imagine Publishing

iMovie is a fantastic piece of software that will allow anyone to create their own high-quality movies. Whether you’re using your Mac, iPad or iPhone, iMovie packs in a whole host of features that allows you to film, edit and share your cinematic creations. Designed by experts as an accessible, friendly guide to world-beating software and devices, the For Beginners series will help give you the confidence to learn everything you need to know. Clear, easy-to-understand and comprehensive, For Beginners’ first class tutorials, features and reviews are created with you in mind, ready to give you the tools you need to get the most out of your new passion.

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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC Book for Digital Photographers, The

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC Book for Digital Photographers, The by Scott Kelby

Since Lightroom 1.0 first launched, Scott’s Kelby’s The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Book for Digital Photographers has been the world’s #1 bestselling Lightroom book (it has been translated into a dozen different languages), and in this latest version for Lightroom 6, Scott uses his same award-winning, step-by-step, plain-English style and layout to make learning Lightroom easy and fun. Scott doesn’t just show you which sliders do what (every Lightroom book will do that). Instead, by using the following three simple, yet brilliant, techniques that make it just an incredible learning tool, this book shows you how to create your own photography workflow using Lightroom: • Throughout the book, Scott shares his own personal settings and studio-tested techniques. Each year he trains thousands of Lightroom users at his live seminars and through that he’s learned what really works, what doesn’t, and he tells you flat out which techniques work best, which to avoid, and why. • The entire book is laid out in a real workflow order with everything step by step, so you can begin using Lightroom like a pro from the start. • What really sets this book apart is the last chapter. This is where Scott dramatically answers his #1 most-asked Lightroom question, which is: “Exactly what order am I supposed to do things in, and where does Photoshop fit in?” You’ll see Scott’s entire start-to-finish Lightroom 6 workflow and learn how to incorporate it into your own workflow. • Plus, this book includes a downloadable collection of some of the hottest Lightroom Develop module presets to give you a bunch of amazing effects with just one click! Scott knows firsthand the challenges today’s digital photographers are facing, and what they want to learn next to make their workflow faster, easier, and more fun. He has incorporated all of that into this major update for Lightroom 6. It’s the first and only book to bring the whole process together in such a clear, concise, and visual way. Plus, the book includes a special chapter on integrating Adobe Photoshop seamlessly right into your workflow, and you’ll learn some of Scott’s latest Photoshop portrait retouching techniques and special effects, which take this book to a whole new level. There is no faster, more straight to the point, or more fun way to learn Lightroom than with this groundbreaking book.

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The Art of Moving Points

The Art of Moving Points Facial Articulation by Brian Tindall

The “Art of Moving Points” is designed for the intermediate to advanced Character Rigger or Character Modeler that wants to learn a different approach to character facial articulation using point weight containers , and assigning them to deformers to move points in space.  The “Art of Moving Points” is also an excellent source for Character Modelers who are designing character facial meshes for production.  Character facial articulation is extremely challenging, and The “Art of Moving Points” breaks down the modeling and articulation process using three formats: text, illustrations and videos.

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Minecraft: Guide to Redstone (2017 Edition)

Minecraft: Guide to Redstone (2017 Edition) by Mojang Ab & The Official Minecraft Team

Learn the art of redstone and become a master engineer with Minecraft: Guide to Redstone, then put theory into practice to construct intricate contraptions in Minecraft. Pick up the basics of the redstone components and their uses, discover how to make working circuits, and create incredibly complex builds using your new skills. With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive guide to redstone in Minecraft. This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners

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The iBooks Author Manual

The iBooks Author Manual The Ultimate Getting Published Guide by Tom Atkinson

The iBooks Author Manual is the quickest and easiest way to publishing your interactive book using Apple's iBooks Author.  The iBooks Author software is very easy to use, but in fact some sections of the software have little to no detailed explanations causing you to consume large amounts of time experimenting and reformatting text and images. There are several unstated rules that you MUST follow.  This manual quickly addresses those issues, saving you hours. The manual is divided into several sections from getting started to step-by-step procedures that you can replicate on your computer to gain a greater understanding of iBooks Author.  An entire section is dedicated to every menu and sub-item providing simple explanations of each.  The widget section will take you through step-by-step creation and their use. Another section explains how to create your customer templates. Graphs and their presentation are fully explained and much, much more. The presentation of the materials is in simple classroom format walking you through the all parts of iBooks Author giving you the necessary knowledge to get your document published.  From the beginner to the experienced user, this manual will prove to be a great resource in getting your first book published using Apple's iBooks Author.

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iMovie '11 & iDVD: The Missing Manual

iMovie '11 & iDVD: The Missing Manual by David Pogue & Aaron Miller

Apple's video-editing program is better than ever, but it still doesn’t have a printed guide to help you get started. That's where this gorgeous, full-color book comes in. You get clear explanations of iMovie's impressive new features, like instant rendering, storyboarding, and one-step special effects. Experts David Pogue and Aaron Miller also give you a complete course in film editing and DVD design. Edit video like the pros. Import raw footage, add transitions, and use iMovie’s newly restored, intuitive timeline editor. Create stunning trailers. Design Hollywood-style "Coming Attractions!" previews for your movies. Share your film. Distribute your movie in a variety of places—on smartphones, Apple TV, your own site, and with one-click exports to YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, CNN iReport, and MobileMe. Make DVDs. Design the menus, titles, and layout for your DVDs, and burn them to disc. This book covers version 9 of Apple's iMovie software.

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GarageBand 11 - How It Works

GarageBand 11 - How It Works A New Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

This is the only interactive multi-touch eBook available for the application GarageBand 11 v6.05 " GarageBand 11 - How It Works " from the GEM series (Graphically Enhanced Manuals) explains Apple's popular music production application "GarageBand" with rich illustrations and diagrams that are not found in any other manual. This 336 pages interactive Multi-Touch eBook (with an extensive Glossary) presents this software application in great detail with that easy to understand, visual approach known from other books from the best-selling GEM series. "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - fform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 of pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand.

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iPhoto for Beginners

iPhoto for Beginners Everything You Need to Know to Get Started With iPhoto by Imagine Publishing

With iPhoto, Apple has made it easier than ever for us to edit, enhance and share our images. Whether on the move or at home, on your Mac, iPad or iPhone, iPhoto allows you to add effects, retouch, export and plenty more. In this book you’ll discover how to get more from iPhoto, and how it will be the only photo-editing program you should ever need to use. Designed by experts as an accessible, friendly guide to world-beating software and devices, the For Beginners series will help give you the confidence to learn everything you need to know. Clear, easy-to-understand and comprehensive, For Beginners’ first class tutorials, features and reviews are created with you in mind, ready to give you the tools you need to get the most out of your new passion.

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Nikon D5100 For Dummies

Nikon D5100 For Dummies by Julie Adair King

A picture-perfect beginner guide to the new Nikon D5100 Eager to take a shot at using the exciting new Nikon D5100? Then this is the introductory book for you! Aimed at first-time DSLR shooters who need a friendly guide on how to use their camera, this straightforward book is packed with full-color images that help demonstrate how to use features of the Nikon D5100. Coverage explores the on-board effects, low-light settings, and automatic HDR shooting. Clear explanations detail the ways in which you can use the new features of the Nikon D5100 to add unique shots to your portfolio while an explanation of photography terms gets you confident and savvy with this fun DSLR camera. Covers basic camera controls and functions, shooting in auto mode, setting photo quality, and navigating menus and the view screen Introduces the basics of photography, including the settings that control lighting, exposure, focus, and color Addresses the new low-light and HDR settings Encourages you to use the new onboard effects features and shares tips for improving images with editing software Get a grasp on the fun Nikon D5100 with this fun and friendly guide!

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GarageBand for iPad: The complete video guide for beginners

GarageBand for iPad: The complete video guide for beginners by Future Publishing

GarageBand for iPad is a fully interactive guide to Apple's amazing GarageBand app that helps everyone get to grips with its powerful music-creation tools. Using clear step-by-step video walkthroughs for each major part of GarageBand, you'll soon be able to record and edit a song like a pro! GarageBand is an incredible app for beginners and musicians alike, but it can be hard to know where to start with it. This easy guide takes you through using the virtual instruments, recording your song, plugging in and using real instruments, editing and tweaking your song, and sharing it with the world. There's a video for every step, so you'll be able to see exactly how to use the app to its full potential. With these friendly videos and interactive images from the experts behind MacFormat and Tap! magazines, you'll be writing and recording songs in no time!

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Canon EOS 60D For Dummies

Canon EOS 60D For Dummies by Julie Adair King & Robert Correll

A full-color guide to all the bells and whistles in your new Canon 60D If you own a Canon 60D, you?ve got a camera for advanced amateurs and one that?s very close to professional-level equipment. Now it?s time to make sure you get the very most out of all that power. Julie Adair King teams up with Robert Correll to help digital camera users catch their skills up to what their cameras have to offer in this fun but thorough guide. Understand all your camera?s features, move beyond the security blanket of Auto mode, and start capturing the pictures you?ve dreamed of. Gives you the full picture on Canon?s EOS 60D dSLR camera, in the friendly, easy-to-follow, For Dummies style Helps you explore the 18-mexapixel sensor, full HD video recording, a tilt-view LCD, and expanded in-camera editing tools and filters Teaches you tricks and techniques, with over 300 example photos and menu captures in full color Reveals how to adjust settings for optimal exposure, lighting, focus, and color Gives you ten top tips on photo editing The Canon 60D dSLR camera, the expertise of Julie Adair King and Robert Correll, and your own, untapped ability?all you need now is the book! Canon EOS 60D For Dummies .

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Hello Mountain Lion Tips, Tricks & Secrets

Hello Mountain Lion Tips, Tricks & Secrets Mac OS X Tips by Saied G

Learn tips, tricks & secrets that will make you love your Mac way more. Almost every video is between 6 - 40 seconds long. These are quick tips so you can get back to your life.  Features:  • Over 100 tips, tricks & secrets  • All kinds of new apps/features in Mountain Lion  • Navigate through apps/features  • Unique, simple, beautiful interface  The majority of tips on Hello Mountain Lion Tips, Tricks & Secrets are things you would never search for because you would never think your Mac could do it. After decades of using a Mac, you pick up quite a few tricks. Tricks that make your life on your Mac more efficient. This book is a built with couple decades of Mac experience. We hope you enjoy it. This is our second book in our "Hello" series. Please follow us as we continue to release new apps/books: helloiat.com facebook.com/ItsAboutTime Twitter.com/ItsAboutTime Thank you.

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iMovie Tips & Tricks

iMovie Tips & Tricks The essential guide to editing movies on our Mac by Imagine Publishing

Bringing you everything you need to know about iMovie, this is the perfect tool for anyone who likes to get creative on their Mac. With in-depth features and step-by-step guides, iMovie Tips & Tricks will help you unlock the potential of your Mac. Written by experts for readers dedicated to getting the most from their products, Tips & Tricks is a series that provides world-beating advice to experienced consumers, offering a variety of intermediate to advanced tutorials and stylish, cutting-edge features. In-depth yet accessible, the Tips & Tricks series offers a comprehensive solution unlike any other. Part of the iLife Tips & Tricks family.

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iMovie: The Missing Manual

iMovie: The Missing Manual 2014 release, covers iMovie 10.0 for Mac and 2.0 for iOS by David Pogue & Aaron Miller

This edition covers iMovie 10.0 for Mac and iMovie 2.0 for iOS. iMovie's sophisticated tools make it easier than ever to turn raw footage into sleek, entertaining movies—once you understand how to harness its features. Experts David Pogue and Aaron Miller give you hands-on advice and step-by-step instructions for creating polished movies on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad. Dive in and discover why this is the top-selling iMovie book. The important stuff you need to know Get started. Import footage, review clips, and create movies, using iMovie’s new, streamlined layout. Include stunning effects. Introduce instant replays, freeze frames, fast-forward or slo-mo clips, and fade-outs. Add pro touches. Create cutaways, picture-in-picture boxes, side-by-side shots, and green-screen effects. Make movies on iOS devices. Tackle projects on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch with our book-within-a-book. Produce stunning trailers. Craft your own Hollywood-style “Coming Attractions!” previews. Share your masterpiece. Quickly post movies to YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, CNN iReport, and iTunes. Watch iMovie Theater. Play your movies on any Apple gadget in iMovie’s new full-screen cinema.

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GarageBand X - How It Works

GarageBand X - How It Works A New Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

This is the only interactive multi-touch eBook available for the application "GarageBand X (v10)" " GarageBand X - How it Works " is not only the first manual available for Apple's new music production app "GarageBand X", it is the most comprehensive one. On 676 pages, the  author explains the app in great detail with additional background information that is often required to fully understand specific features.  Many of the information regarding the functionality of the new GarageBand app is found neither in the official documentation nor anywhere else. No matter if you are a beginner or an advanced GarageBand user, the author provides easy to understand graphics and diagrams that let you understand and master the app. This interactive multi-touch eBook includes a 334 term Glossary that is linked throughout the content of the book. This is the ninth book in the bestselling series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals". Readers love this uniques way of learning applications no matter how easy or complicated the app might be. Here are some responses from satisfied customers: "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - freeform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand

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Final Cut Pro X - The Details - Edgar Rothermich Cover Art

Final Cut Pro X - The Details

Final Cut Pro X - The Details A New Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

This book is an old version for Final Cut Pro X v10.0.9 The new book for version 10.3 is called "Final Cut Pro 10.3 - How it Works" and is also available on the iBooks Store

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Motion 5 - How It Works

Motion 5 - How It Works A New Type of Manual - the Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

This is the only interactive multi-touch eBook available for the application "Motion 5"! "Motion 5 - How It Works" from the GEM series (Graphically Enhanced Manuals) explains Apple's popular motion graphics application "Motion 5" with rich illustrations and diagrams that are not found in any other manual. This 312 pages interactive Multi-Touch eBook (with an extensive Glossary) presents this software application in great detail with that easy to understand, visual approach known from other books from the best-selling GEM series. "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - fform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 of pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand

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iPhoto for iOS

iPhoto for iOS Tap the Power by Ellen Anon & Josh Anon

iPhoto is the most popular and powerful photo editing app for iOS, and iPhoto for iOS: Tap the Power will help you learn step-by-step in an easy-to-understand format, with many images and videos, how to leverage that power. Covering everything from basic gestures to move between images to advanced information about what iPhoto does behind the scenes with high-resolution images, this book is packed with useful tidbits for users of all levels. The available book sample includes all of Chapter 1 as well as the first page of each following chapter so that you can get a feel for the book's style and contents.

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Mastering Apple Music - The Ultimate iTunes User Guide - Adidas Wilson Cover Art

Mastering Apple Music - The Ultimate iTunes User Guide

Mastering Apple Music - The Ultimate iTunes User Guide by Adidas Wilson

Apple Music is, to quote the company, "All the ways you love music. All in one place." In non-marketing lingo, Apple Music is built around two major components: iCloud Music Library, which combines your purchased music library and ripped tracks in one place; and the Apple Music streaming catalog, where you can find more than 10 million tracks from artists around the world. These two parts live side by side in the Music app: You can keep each separate by only streaming the Apple Music catalog, or you can add streaming songs to your offline Music library, where they can be mixed into playlists (offline or publicly shareable) or shuffled amongst the rest of your music. Apple Music also offers a massive recommendation and browsing area for its streaming catalog: As you listen to songs in the Music app, Apple collects data about your tastes and drops daily custom-curated playlists in the app for you to listen to, along with a weekly algorithmic "New Music" mix that suggests songs and artists you might like. You can also poke around the entire streaming catalog's array of new music, curated playlists, music videos, and more. Lastly, Apple Music includes a live, 24/7 radio station called Beats 1: It's only available to paying subscribers and features three main DJs along with a panoply of specialty shows from artists like Dr Dre, Elton John, Ryan Adams, Frank Ocean, Major Lazer, and Anna Lunoe. Table of Contents  Introduction 1. Signing up for Apple Music 2. Setting up Family Sharing 3. Take Charge of Your iTunes Account 4. Controlling your iTunes Genius 5. iTunes Match 6. Digital Rights Management 7. iPhone Music App 8. iTunes Radio 9. Transfer your iTunes Library from Several PCs 10. Migration 11. Downgrading from iTunes 12 to iTunes 11 12. iTunes Restriction Feature 13. Creating and Using Playlists on iPhone 14. Optimizing your iPhone Storage 15. Creating Playlist in iTunes 16. iTunes Account Purchase Problems 17. Adding Apple Music to Your iCloud Music Library 18. Reset iCloud Music Library 19. Apple Music on iTunes Instead of Matched 20. Updating your iTunes Version 21. Back Up iTunes With External HD 22. Authorize Computers on your iTunes 23. Setting ICloud IOS and ITunes Automatic Downloads 24. Beats 1 25. iTunes on Linux 26. Convert iTunes Music to MP3 27. Uninstall iTunes Without Losing Your Favorite Songs

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Logic Remote - How It Works

Logic Remote - How It Works A New Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

This is the only interactive multi-touch eBook available for the iOS application "Logic Remote" " Logic Remote (iPad) - How It Works " from the GEM series (Graphically Enhanced Manuals) explains Apple's brand new iPad app "Logic Remote" with rich illustrations and diagrams that are not found in any other manual or even in Apple's own documentation. This 162 pages interactive Multi-Touch eBook presents this software application in great detail with that easy to understand, visual approach. This book is in fact the only comprehensive manual for this app.  "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - fform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 of pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand

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iMovie for iOS - The touchGUIDE - Aaron Miller & Alicia Williams Bonilla Cover Art

iMovie for iOS - The touchGUIDE

iMovie for iOS - The touchGUIDE The Guide to Getting the Most Out of iMovie for iPhone and iPod Touch by Aaron Miller & Alicia Williams Bonilla

The iMovie app for iPhone let's you actually capture, edit and publish video right from your device. This deceptively simple app has many powerful video editing features, but unfortunately there isn't a manual. Now you can unlock the full potential of iMovie for iPhone with our first ever touchGUIDE. The book is available in the Apple iBookstore and it shows you: The basics of editing video with iMovie for iPhone and iPod Touch How to get video in and out of your phone - including editing video from YouTube or DVD's How to use audio, photos and more, including more than one song, in your projects What it takes to shoot video like a pro right from your iPhone or iPod Touch Advanced video and audio editing tips How to get the most from the built-in themes, titles and transitions How to output your finished videos to YouTube, MobileMe and more

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Logic Pro X - The Details - Edgar Rothermich Cover Art

Logic Pro X - The Details

Logic Pro X - The Details A New Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

Logic Pro X - The Details "  is the follow-up book of " Logic Pro X - How It Works ". It explains all the remaining features in Logic Pro X with the same style by using rich illustrations and diagrams that are not found in any other manual. This is the first time that even beginners and intermediate Logic users can explore the more advanced features in Logic due to that easy to understand, visual approach of this manual. The Logic books in the "Graphically Enhanced Manuals (GEM)" series are the only ones available as interactive multi-touch eBooks. On 1527 pages, the author explains the app in great detail with additional background information that is often required to fully understand specific features.  Many of the information regarding the functionality of Logic Pro X is found neither in the official documentation nor anywhere else. Logic Pro X is a very deep and sometimes complex application that users (beginners and pros alike) often struggle with. This is where the unique approach of the Graphically Enhanced Manuals series comes in. No matter how complex or complicated the subject is, the author provides easy to understand graphics and diagrams that let the reader understand and master the material. This interactive multi-touch eBook includes a 600 term Glossary that is linked throughout the content of the book. Table of Contents: 1 - Introduction :  2 - Workflow : The most important and most underrated topic when using Logic is how to use it efficiently.  That's why I start the book with that chapter.  3 - Advanced Editing : To really become a Logic "Pro-user", you need all the available editing tools on your Logic tool belt.  4 - Flex Introduction : Finally, Audio Regions have the same freedom when it comes to editing as their MIDI Region counterparts.  5 - Flex Time : No time restrictions for Audio Regions anymore. No matter what tempo an audio file was recorded in, you can change it and even quantize it.  6 - Flex Pitch : If you ever wanted to change the pitch information in Audio Regions but couldn't afford the Melodyne app or couldn't (under-)stand it, then Logic has the easiest to use tool for you.  7 - Browsers : The three Browsers in Logic don't get the same respect from their users. Either they frown upon Apple Loops or don't know what to do with the Media Browser in the first - now you will.  8 - Audio File Management : The problem with having a lot of stuff is how to manage that stuff. This is also true for all the Logic related files. You better learn how to manage them before you start to lose them.  9 - Advanced Audio : There is much more to Audio in Logic that meets the eyes. I dive into all those pro features Logic has to offer to show you what is going on under the hood.  10 - Advanced MIDI : You can also advance your knowledge about the MIDI features in Logic, in addition to its audio features.  11 - Automation : Automation is such big topic, I had to split it into two chapters. The first part covers Track Automation, the main automation mode that gets you started.  12 - Automation (advanced) : There is Track Automation, Region Automation, MIDI Draw, Trim Mode, Absolute Mode, Relative Mode, to name just a few. Ready to become an expert on all of that?  13 - Music Notation : There are applications just for music notation. With Logic, that is included. No matter if you want to print out a single melody or an entire orchestral score - you can do it.  14 - Tempo & Time : Tempo and Time seems to be easy topics on the outside. But be warned, this chapter goes deep, where no other manual has gone before.  15 - Working to Picture : Logic is the best and most popular DAW when it comes to scoring to picture. Learn all the stuff you need to know - to do exactly that.  16 - Synchronization : If you made it through the Tempo & Time chapter, then this one is the right chapter for you with lots of information beyond Logic.  17 - The Environment : The scariest place in Logic, sending shivers down the spine of most Logic users - unless you know your way around ... then all of a sudden it becomes the most powerful place in Logic.  18 - Surround Sound : If two speakers are not enough to do your Project good, then it's time to move up to the world of Surround Sound.  19 - Control Surfaces : Logic will also surrender to outside powers. Learn how to use and setup those devices, no matter if it is just a single Mod Wheel or a fully equipped Control Surface.  19 - Gobbler and Connect : This is not a new cop show on CBS. Starting with version 10.2, Logic has integrated support for Gobbler and Apple Music Connect, two services that let you collaborate with other Logic users and share your work with others. This is the 10th book in the bestselling series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals". Readers love this unique way of leaning applications no matter how easy or complicated the app might be. Here are some responses from satisfied customers: "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - freeform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand

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Final Cut Pro X 10.4 - How It Works - Edgar Rothermich Cover Art

Final Cut Pro X 10.4 - How It Works

Final Cut Pro X 10.4 - How It Works A Different Type of Manual - The Visual Approach by Edgar Rothermich

" Final Cut Pro X 10.4 - How It Works " explains the new version of Final Cut Pro X (version 10.4.3) in great details with lots of graphics and diagrams that are not found in any other publication or any videos. This is a completely revised and extended version of the previous best-selling books "Final Cut Pro X - How it Works" and "Final Cut Pro X - The Details" with in-depth explanations of all the new features like Roles and Lanes, Captions, 360° Video, plus unique illustrations on how metadata-based audio works in Final Cut Pro.  Unlike the previous two books, "Final Cut Pro X - How it Works" and "Final Cut Pro X - The Details", this new book, "Final Cut Pro X 10.4 - How it Works", covers the entire content of Final Cut Pro X on 1008 pages.  This book provides not only the easiest and fastest way to learn Final Cut Pro X, the user will also understand its unique concepts and functionality. In addition, the 400-word Glossary, hyperlinked throughout the book, allows you to read the book regardless of your level of experience. "I wish all the manuals on software were like yours!" - Giovanni C. "You have the gift of making difficult concepts understandable" - William B. "Your style is the most informative and clear I have ever seen" - Mark D. "Great stuff Edgar! I bought your other Logic GEM books and love em..." - fform "Thank you so much for your fantastic guides; I've learned so much!" - Brandon B. "I love your manuals."  - Eli.  UNDERSTAND , not just LEARN That is the motto of the book series "Graphically Enhanced Manuals" (GEM). They're a new type of manual with a visual approach that helps you UNDERSTAND a program, not just LEARN it. No need to read through 500 pages of dry text explanations. Rich graphics and diagrams help you to get that "aha" effect and make it easy to comprehend difficult concepts. The Graphically Enhanced Manuals help you master a program much faster with a much deeper understanding of concepts, features, and workflows in a very intuitive way that is easy to understand

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GarageBand Tips & Tricks - Imagine Publishing Cover Art

GarageBand Tips & Tricks

GarageBand Tips & Tricks The essential guide to the music editor on your Mac by Imagine Publishing

Bringing you everything you need to know about Garageband, this is the perfect tool for anyone who likes to get creative on their Mac. With in-depth features and step-by-step guides, Garageband Tips & Tricks will help you unlock the potential of your Mac. Written by experts for readers dedicated to getting the most from their products, Tips & Tricks is a series that provides world-beating advice to experienced consumers, offering a variety of intermediate to advanced tutorials and stylish, cutting-edge features. In-depth yet accessible, the Tips & Tricks series offers a comprehensive solution unlike any other. Part of the iLife Tips & Tricks family.

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Apple Watch Users Guide - Michael Wright Cover Art

Apple Watch Users Guide

Apple Watch Users Guide Quick And Easy Ways To Master Apple Watch And Troubleshoot Common Problems by Michael Wright

The Apple Watch Series 4 is the newest generation of Apple Watch. The digital wearable device tracks health and fitness, provides access to iTunes Music, connect to numerous applications, and now offers the option of sending and receiving calls, text messages, and email without needing to have your iPhone nearby. The Apple Series 4 models also offer customers version with built-in-cellular connectivity. This book will teach you quick and easy ways you can master your apple watch. You will find a lot of new tips and tricks, and how to troubleshoot common problems.  

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Minecraft: Guide to Exploration (2017 Edition) - Mojang Ab & The Official Minecraft Team Cover Art

Minecraft: Guide to Exploration (2017 Edition)

Minecraft: Guide to Exploration (2017 Edition) by Mojang Ab & The Official Minecraft Team

The official  Minecraft: Guide to Exploration  will help you survive. Learn how to find resources, craft equipment and protect yourself from hostile mobs. The world of Minecraft is waiting to be explored. But danger lurks around every corner and survival can prove difficult for even the bravest adventurer. With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive guide to exploration for new Minecrafters. This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners

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Canon EOS Rebel T3/1100D For Dummies - Julie Adair King & Robert Correll Cover Art

Canon EOS Rebel T3/1100D For Dummies

Canon EOS Rebel T3/1100D For Dummies by Julie Adair King & Robert Correll

The perfect guide to get you up and running with your new Canon dSLR camera The Canon EOS Rebel T3/1100D is a popular dSLR camera for those moving up from point-and-shoot for the first time. This full-color guide explains all the buttons, dials, and menus, helping you understand your camera and start using all its features. Plenty of colorful photos from the author's portfolio illustrate what you can achieve. The book covers shooting in auto mode, using the onboard controls, working with Live View, and managing exposure, focus, color, and lighting. It also addresses specific shooting situations, how to get your images from the camera to the computer, and tips on editing and sharing your photos. Canon's Rebel T3/1100D is a popular starter camera for those moving from point-and-shoot to SLR; this book helps dSLR newcomers understand and use all the controls Covers using all the dials, menus, and modes; working with Live View and playback; dialing in exposure and managing lighting; and shooting in auto mode Explains how to get the best images in various situations Addresses how to get images from the camera to the computer, editing techniques, and how to print photos or post them online Full-color photos from the author's collection show what you can achieve Anyone moving up to dSLR photography with the Canon T3/1100D will gain skill and confidence from this easy-to-follow guide.

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Canon EOS Rebel T7/2000D For Dummies - Julie Adair King Cover Art

Canon EOS Rebel T7/2000D For Dummies

Canon EOS Rebel T7/2000D For Dummies by Julie Adair King

A photography class—in a book! Your Canon EOS Rebel T7/1400D provides enough camera power to take the pro-style shots you've dreamed of shooting—and this book shows you how. Canon EOS Rebel T7/1400D For Dummies bridges the gap between taking quick shots in auto mode and taking charge of the settings that offer full control of your pictures' focus, color, and light balance. Take a peek inside to discover all the expert tips and tricks to take brag-worthy portraits, action shots, and close-ups—in a flash. No matter your subject, you’ll get all the know-how and instruction you need to get the picture-perfect shot every time. Get started with automatic and creative modes Take full control of exposure to achieve better results Understand the settings that control light and color Follow steps on properly using flash Even if you’ve never picked up a DSLR camera, this friendly guide makes it fast and easy to unlock all your powerful Canon has to offer!

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