The Photopia Blog
Tips, tutorials & inspiration for making slideshows
APRIL 15, BY PHOTOPIA
Invert Motion
The Invert Motion option makes reversing keyframes in a single layer easy. This option allows you to easily change a zoom-in to zoom-out or switch a pan right to a pan left. Read More
APRIL 1, BY PHOTOPIA
Creating Custom Variants and Featured Settings with Photopia Director
Custom Variants and Featured Settings can be created for both Slide Styles and Transitions. They are created using the same process for both effect types, so let’s dive right in. Read More
MARCH 18, BY PHOTOPIA
Introducing Featured Settings
We are thrilled to announce the addition of Featured Settings for Slide Styles and Transitions! When viewing a Slide Style or Transition that includes these options, users can modify the Featured Settings without diving into Keyframes or searching through all the Adjustments to find the setting that they’re looking for. This streamlines the process of customizing your Styles and Transitions to fit the specific needs of each show. Read More
MARCH 11, BY PHOTOPIA
Frames
Frames are the newest addition to Layer Effects in both Photopia Director and Creator. This feature allows you to add a frame to any image, adjust the image behind the frame, and animate both elements together as you would with Groups. Read More
FEBRUARY 20, BY PHOTOPIA
New Photopia Update
There is a new Photopia update, and it’s BIG!
Please take a moment to update your Photopia program to build 2.1.1154 and discover all the new updates and features. Launch your Photopia program and click the green notification button in the lower right corner.
Read on to learn more about all the new features! Read More
FEBRUARY 4, BY PHOTOPIA
Best Image Resolution for Photopia
How can you ensure your images are displayed at their best in your Photopia show? A good place to start is with the resolution of the images you are using. Read More
JANUARY 7, BY PHOTOPIA
Global Layers
In Photopia, the term Global means that a layer will appear on every slide in your show. Local means that the layer is only present in the current slide. Global Layers for Show Backgrounds and Watermarks are included by default. Read More
NOVEMBER 26, BY PHOTOPIA
How to Loop Playback of a Published Show
There are various events where you may want your show to play on a continuous loop, allowing your guests to mingle and stop by to view it at their convenience. Keep in mind that looping a stand-alone video file is not done within Photopia; instead, it must be set up after you have published the show.
NOVEMBER 12, BY PHOTOPIA
Categorizing Effects
With Photopia, you can tailor your Effect Categories to suit your needs.
Learn how to organize your effects by creating custom categories, declutter categories by removing effects from them, and reduce your Categories list by removing categories you don’t need. Read More
OCTOBER 15, BY PHOTOPIA
Using Grids in Photopia
Photopia offers a customizable grid system to help you create an image layout within your slides. The grid can be defined and colored based on your individual needs. Read More to learn how to use Grids.
OCTOBER 1, BY PHOTOPIA
How to save a show template
Photopia Director users can save a finished show as a Show Template. Templates allow users to reuse the show by converting image and video layers into placeholders.Read More.
SEPTEMBER 17, BY PHOTOPIA
Tittle Pack 1 Released
We are excited to announce our newest Title Pack is now available for download!
This pack includes 20 creative Title Slide Styles and an updated video tutorial for using and customizing Slide Styles.
Visit the News Section of your Photopia Home Page to download your pack today. Watch Video.
SEPTEMBER 10, BY PHOTOPIA
Quick Sync
Using Quick Sync in Photopia, you can easily sync your slides to match your music soundtrack perfectly. Choose to sync specific slides to a single song or all of your slides to all songs in your Soundtrack. Learn more about Quick Sync in today’s blog. Read More.
AUGUST 20, BY PHOTOPIA
Caption Effects
Adding effects to your caption layers is a great way to add interest to your slides. With Photopia, you can choose how and when your captions are animated. Read More.
AUGUST 6, BY PHOTOPIA
Adding Your Own Audio File as Your Soundtrack
Photopia offers a free built-in Royalty-Free Music Library for Creator and Director users. There are also Silver and Platinum Subscription options for both programs. Sometimes, using a song that has a special meaning to you is the best way to create the greatest emotional impact. (Read More to learn how to add your own music to your slideshows)
JULY 16, BY PHOTOPIA
Adding Images in a Specific Order
Adding multiple images to individual slides at once is a time-saving feature. There are two methods that allow you to add them to the Slide List in the exact order you want. Read More
JULY 2, BY PHOTOPIA
Account Management
Photopia has made it easier to manage your account information and subscriptions right from inside your Photopia program.
Learn more about managing your account and subscriptions in today’s blog. Read More
JUNE 4 BY PHOTOPIA
Explore the Music
With the introduction of the new Silver and Platinum Music Collections, refining your music search has become more important than ever. Photopia offers several ways to refine your search, which can be used individually or in combination. Read More
MAY 7 BY PHOTOPIA
Did you know you can have multiple shows inside a Photopia Project, allowing you to toggle back and forth between shows easily? This option allows you to publish individual shows into a single video file or DVD chapters..
In today’s blog, you’ll learn how to add multiple shows into a single project and how to publish them together. Read More
