In part 1 of this tutorial series on Bezier curves, we learned the basics of using the Bezier tool, also known as the Pen Tool, in Inkscape to create new stroke paths. In part 2 on Bezier curves, we learned how to add several nodes to an existing stroke path, creating a multi-curved arc on [...]
This tutorial will teach you how to create your own ringtones from mp3′s and then transfer the files to your cellphone over the air with text messages. Awhile back we learned how to transfer your own legally purchased mp3′s to your Verizon cellphone and be able to listen to music without having to purchase songs [...]
Ok, this morning I was reading about KompoZer, a WYSIWYG web page editor for Linux. I”m currently using Quanta, but it’s all manual entering of HTML/PHP/etc. KompoZer Looked promising, with a Dreamweaver style interface, so I went into my Synaptic package manager and searched for it. Nadda. Not in my list of available apps from [...]
In part 1 of this tutorial series on Bezier curves, we learned the basics of using the Bezier tool, also known as the Pen Tool, in Inkscape to create new stroke paths. In part 2 on Bezier curves, we learned how to add several nodes to an existing stroke path, creating a multi-curved arc on [...]
Very often I find that my cell phone photos have a grey wash to them or they just look flat in color. So, I use the Levels adjustment tool in Gimp to fix them. There’s lots of discussion about what levels are and what they do, etc. but I tend to focus on the practical. [...]
I’m using the opensource Gimp to manipulate and edit my photos these days, and thought I’d put together a short tutorial on how to crop photos. I’m using version 2.4.7 but any 2* version should look the same as my screenshots. Follow the link above to get the latest Gimp download, just click on the [...]
Sure, using stylesheets is the way to go, but what about those times when you just need to format some text inline. For example, whenever I list something on eBay, the “Description” box will allow for fancy html / css markup but you have to do it by hand. And no linking to a css. [...]
I’ve been testing all the various cd ripper packages on my Debian Lenny Distro of Linux but none of them would rip to mp3′s. They would rip ok to OGG files, but I can’t play those on my cellphone’s mp3 player. As you know from my other tutorial, that it’s a breeze to load your [...]
In part 1 of this tutorial series on Bezier curves, we learned how to use the Bezier tool, also known as the Pen Tool, in Inkscape to do a basic stroke with one arc, and how to adjust that arc. In part 2 on Bezier curves, we will learn how to add several nodes to [...]
Here’s a little “doodle” that I was working on honing my skills with the Pen Tool aka rockin’ the Bezier Curves: This can be accomplished on the awesome open source software called Inkscape. Works on both Linux and Windows based computers. Don’t let the version number scare you away from this fine illustration tool, it’s [...]