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Fixing the “Configuring Expression Web” bug in Outlook 2003

exp_guy — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 18:56:33 +0000

A simple solution for fixing the "Configuring Expression Web" bug in Outlook is presented.

Installing Expression Web (Beta 1)

exp_guy — Fri, 17 Nov 2006 22:27:54 +0000

This tutorial will guide you through the basics of installing and running Microsoft Expression Web Designer.

Creating Area Text (aka Text in a Path)

exp_guy — Tue, 31 Oct 2006 03:23:08 +0000

This tutorial will show you how to create Area Text, also known as Text in a Path. Area Text allows you to constrain text within the area of a closed path or object.

Scary Halloween Text Effect

exp_guy — Sat, 28 Oct 2006 17:35:27 +0000

Learn how to create a Halloween-themed text effect by applying dynamic Effects. Effects in EGD are editable and re-orderable, making it easy to experiment with different settings.

Removing Text from a Path

exp_guy — Fri, 27 Oct 2006 04:44:05 +0000

This tutorial will teach you how to remove text from a path. We will use Microsoft Expression Graphic Designer's Release Text function to separate previously attached text.

Typing Text on a Path

exp_guy — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 18:52:53 +0000

There are two ways you can add text to a path. The first is to create the path and text separately, then combine them. The second way is to type the text directly onto the path. In our previous tutorial, we explored the first method and combined separate text and path. This guide will show you how to add text directly onto a path.

Inserting an Image into Your Document

exp_guy — Tue, 24 Oct 2006 06:06:31 +0000

This guide will show you how to easily import bitmapped images into your documents.

Attach Text to a Path

exp_guy — Tue, 24 Oct 2006 05:32:20 +0000

This tutorial will teach you how to attach text to a path. A path can be either a complicated B-spline curve, a simple object path, or text that has been converted to a path. We will use text on a path to add an a bit of flair to an imaginary advertising piece.

Create Stylish Vector Art from Bitmaps Using Auto Trace

exp_guy — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 02:08:50 +0000

We'll show you how to turn bitmapped photos or images into vector artwork using the Auto Trace command. The Auto Trace feature converts bitmapped pixels into vector paths, allowing you to edit the image using vector tools or simply to create an interesting visual effect.

Using SmartSelect to Make a Red Apple Green

exp_guy — Fri, 13 Oct 2006 19:35:31 +0000

This guide demonstrates the SmartSelect tool's ability to quickly and precisely select specific areas of an image to edit. We'll turn a perfectly good apple from red to green.