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Begin the process by starting off in the Library module
and take a moment to select the images you want to
include in the slideshow. You can add Metadata information
at this point if you want but it’s not necessary. Then, take a
moment to edit any of the images you want to have in the
slideshow, as it saves time later.3
To the right-hand panel you can see the Slideshow Options.
This extensive panel is where you spend most of the time
when using the Slideshow module; it’s where you can insert
extras such as music, intro screen, ending screen and numerous
other options. Take a few minutes to familiarise yourself with
what’s available.2 The Slideshow module is located along the top menu bar,
in between Book and Print. If this is the first time that
you’ve clicked it, you can view a quick four step introduction
tutorial to the various features in contains. If you missed the
intro, you can click on Help > Slideshow Module Tips in order to
start it again.4 The options to the right depend greatly on what it is you
want to achieve with your presentation. To begin with
you can set a Fill Frame option to zoom images to completely
fill the frame, regardless of whether the images in the
slideshow would take up the entire screen, or not. Next there’s
the option to create a Stroke Border and then Cast Shadow.The Slideshow
Module
The Slideshow module is a powerful feature that allows you to create
some interesting content and presentations. There’s plenty of options
available, from image manipulation, shadow casting, watermarking and
backdrops, to inserting music and choosing preset templates.
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