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How to create a water reflection in Photoshop

Creating effects or enhancing the image quality is very easy if it is done the right way. With only the basic tools and simple image manipulation techniques you can get a lot done. Through some basic smart filters you can easily add rain, sky, storm or even water effects to your photos. Here we are adding a realistic water reflection to an image.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to create a water reflection in Photoshop.


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Basics Tweaks

How to create a polished 3d text effect in Adobe Illustrator

Give 3D effects in Illustrator to your vector text and images. Through this you can give your text in Illustrator a perspective which can be used for different design purposes.
To understand how to create a polished 3d text effect in Adobe Illustrator follow the steps below.


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How to create a hanging sign in Photoshop

Photoshop is considered as an image editing tool, but with that also comes a wide array of options allowing you to create objects from scratch. From buttons to menus and anything else that could be used to add design elements to your web content. In this particular photoshop tutorial, we are going to design a hanging sign starting from sctratch. We will be using nothing but the basic tools and play around with the gradients.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to create a hanging sign in Photoshop.


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How to create a gothic portrait in Photoshop

There is no secret behind making a simple gothic effect on a regular photograph. Using basic photo retouching techniques and playing around with the blending options can help you do that. It is important to play around with the lighting to get the right result. In this photoshop tutorial, we would be simply playing around with the colors of the image, giving it a darker look.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to create a gothic portrait in Photoshop.


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How to create a 3D Polaroid effect in Photoshop

With basic image manipulation techniques we can add 3d effects on an image. Adding shadows where necessary and using the basic layer masking tool, you can add depth and give your image a perspective. With these basic techniques you can mix and match and create a Polaroid image.
Follow this step by step tutorial and learn how to create a 3D Polaroid effect in Photoshop.


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How to create a fabric fold effect in Photoshop

With Photoshop, you can add textures to a basic 2d image and add depth to the image. Using basic techniques and blending options, you can bring to life very basic images. For this purpose, we are using a displacement map for the basis of this effect. By playing around with the displacement filter, you can create eye catching after effects and awe inspiring designs.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to create a fabric fold effect in Photoshop.


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How to create a duct tape effect in Photoshop

With Photoshop you can create basic elements from scratch, adding realistic elements to your design to the canvas. For this tutorial we would be using nothing but basic image manipulation techniques and simple Photoshop effects.
Follow this step by step Photoshop tutorial and learn how to create a duct tape effect in Photoshop.


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How to create a dreamy portrait in Photoshop

Photoshop is all about bringing your creativity on to the canvas. From basic techniques to advanced filters, anything and everything is possible with this particular software. Transform your digital images using simple photo manipulation techniques and convert simple photographs to an inspiring work of art.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to create a dreamy portrait in Photoshop.


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How to create a 3D film strip in Photoshop

With Photoshop you can design and make a picture exactly the way you imagine it in your head. There are various techniques through which you can simply convert your photos and images into a beautiful piece of art. You can even play around with the perspective of an image and give it a three dimensional look. Using the transformation tool as the basis of this effect, we would be creating a three dimensional object, adding depth and colors to the overall image.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to create a 3D film strip in Photoshop.


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Basics Web

How to control content and communications with Family Safety

The option to control content and communications with Windows Live Family Safety is very comprehensive. It can easily be linked to your Live account and you can customize your settings for the Family Safety. You can restrict any account and then restrict websites, games, communication etc., while also monitoring the usage of the account.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to control content and communication with Family Safety.


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