Imaging Software
An image is a visual representation of something. An image is a picture that has been created or copied and stored in electronic form. An image can be described in terms of vector graphics or raster graphics. An image stored in raster form is sometimes called a bitmap.
Developing content
for Social Media
Assessment Checklist
1. Obtain, insert and combine information for images
1.1 Describe what images are needed
Case Study: Enjoygower
Types of Image: enjoygower.com that contains images both vector and raster.
File format: Photographic images have been exported for web as JPEGs.(Joint Photographic Experts Group) Icons and graphic illustrations including maps have been exported as PNGs (Portable Network Graphics). Images include a business logo. site logo, Video Link images, beach links. Almost all images are my own, the only exception are those images supplied by Wales On View and these are crown copyrighted with permission for use in promoting a travel business n Wales.
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1.2 Obtain, input and prepare images to meet needs.
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1.3 Describe what copyright and other constraints apply to the use of images
1.4 Use appropriate techniques to organise and combine information of different types or from different sources
1.5 Describe the context in which the images will be used
1.6 Describe what file format to use for saving images to suit different presentation methods
1.7 Store and retrieve files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available
Using Lightroom to store, edit and catalogue photographs
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2. Use imaging software tools to create, manipulate and edit images
2.1 Identify what technical factors affecting images need to be taken into account and how to do so
2.2 Select and use suitable techniques to create images
2.3 Use guidelines and dimensioning tools appropriately to enhance precision
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2.4 Select and use appropriate tools and techniques to manipulate and edit for images
2.5 Check images meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary
2.6 Identify and respond to quality problems with images to make sure that they meet needs
Imaging Software
Adobe Illustrator
![](https://202imagingsoftware.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/photoshop.png?w=1004)
Adobe Photoshop
![](https://202imagingsoftware.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/adobe_illustrator.png?w=1024)
Adobe Lightroom
![](https://202imagingsoftware.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/adobe_photoshops-1.png?w=1024)
Gimp
![](https://202imagingsoftware.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/gimp.jpg?w=820)
Inkscape
![](https://202imagingsoftware.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/inkscape.png?w=1024)
Adobe Spark
![](https://202imagingsoftware.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/adobe_spark.png?w=1024)
Canva
![](https://202imagingsoftware.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/canva.png?w=400)