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Learn expert design techniques from Barbara Tulissi, a seasoned designer and Canva coach, to create professional-quality visuals for social media, presentations, and print--with or without a Pro subscription Key Features Maximize Canva capabilities using its free and Pro features Create eye-catching visuals for content creation, branding, and social media marketing Learn Canva tricks, graphic design basics, and timesaving techniques for efficient design workflows Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book Description Want to create professional social media graphics, presentations, videos, and ads? Drawing from her expertise in digital design, Barbara Tulissi will guide you through Canva's user-friendly platform, showcasing how to create stunning visuals and transform your basic Canva knowledge into professional-level design skills. The Canva Cookbook starts with a quick overview of Canva, guiding you through its main features and ensuring you're set up for success, before focusing on creating a brand. You will do this through workbook-like questions and activities, that will help you understand your brand's vision, values, and voice. After that, each chapter focuses on specific design objectives, providing step-by-step recipes on crafting engaging social media content, creating eye-catching videos and ads, and developing print-ready materials. Through a blend of theory, instructions, and examples, you'll also learn how to make your designs more accessible - including the use of captions and alt text - as well as how to harness the power of Canva AI for efficient and impactful brand storytelling.By the end of this book, you will have gained skills to craft brand identities, marketing documents, stop-scrolling ads, and print-ready materials, and mastered Canva AI's Magic Studio to automate and enhance your design workflow. What you will learn Create captivating static designs for various social media platforms Craft animated designs for video posts and ads Accelerate your design process with time-saving techniques Develop visuals for effective brand storytelling Ensure accessibility and inclusivity in your designs Plan and produce a strong, clear brand Who this book is for This book is for you if you want to create compelling designs with Canva, whether it's for personal branding, business marketing, or content creation. As an entrepreneur, social media manager, marketer, educator, or content creator, this book will help you craft professional-quality graphics, videos, ads, and presentations with ease. ]]>

The essential guide to the popular, beginner-friendly graphic design platform Canva For Dummies is a beautiful full-color reference, covering everything you need to create dazzling visual materials in Canva Free and Pro versions. Discover all tools, templates, and features at the ready, plus utilize expert tips and tricks to improve your design and visual communication skills. Start with basic functionalities and graphic design principles, and then work your way up to more complex design tasks with ease. Canva For Dummies also covers Canva's new AI tool, Magic Studio, so you'll be up to speed on everything this cool app can do. Plus, the useful case studies and practical design projects inside are sure to ignite your creativity. Create effective social media posts, presentations, brand style guides, and everything in between, thanks to the helpful guidance in this book. Understand the Canva interface and get a primer on graphic design Explore advanced tools and techniques, including Canva's new AI tool, Magic Studio Create engaging visuals for business, social media, and beyond Utilize Canva hacks and trends to make your graphics pop This handy guide is for everyone, answering all your questions whether you're new to the platform or a current user. Rock your next design project with Canva For Dummies!

This full-color book, the third of three volumes, focuses on Adobe Illustrator's SVG interactivity tools.   How can an infographic be made more interactive for an audience? What additional Illustrator tools and Adobe applications can be used to enhance your infographic layout? In this final volume of Creating Infographics with Adobe Illustrator, you will learn the answers to all these questions. Author Jennifer Harder will walk you through creating basic infographics in Illustrator using Illustrator tools for creating SVG files, known as Scalable Vector Graphics, for basic Interactivity on a web page. Then you will review layouts in other Adobe Applications in relation to their connectivity with Illustrator. Upon completing this volume, you will have a thorough understanding of how to design an infographic with basic interactivity for a web page, and how this can improve visualization and convey meaning to your audience. Moreover, youwill be able to use this knowledge to create your own infographics using Illustrator's wide array of tools.   What You Will Learn Discover how to apply interactivity to an infographic Gain insight into different infographic layouts and how to finalize your project with your client Explore other Adobe Creative Cloud applications that may assist you in the future as you create your infographics   Who This Book Is For Beginner-level designers and others who are interested in learning the process of creating infographics for their company, the classroom, for, an article in a magazine, or adding interactivity to webpage.

Your simple guide to the DIY die-cutting machine that lets you create without limitations Your new Cricut can help you cut paper, vinyl, fabric, and beyond. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts, scrapbookers, and professional designers, Cricut machines are favorites among makers of all types. Cricut For Dummies gives you clear, simple instructions for using a Cricut machine, so you can start creating today. You'll learn how to achieve intricate, precise cuts, much faster than would be possible by hand. This step-by-step guide shows you how to make greeting cards, fun labels, personalized clothing, stickers, and even unique wood or leather goods. Don't have your Cricut yet? No problem! Cricut For Dummies explains the differences between the models and how to choose the best machine for your needs. Use the Design Space app and the Cricut design library to create successful projects Choose, set up, and operate your Cricut machine Choose a machine based on the type of material you will be using Get suggestions for fun projects at every skill level This book is for anyone who wants to learn how to use a Cricut machine to design, create, or perfect their craft. Cricut For Dummies is ideal for beginners who have no experience using a cutting machine, and it's a handy reference for those who want to improve their Cricut skills.

This book provides a unique identity-centered approach to radio, audio, and podcast production which encourages readers to build their confidence and create audio content that matters to them. Written for those just starting out in audio production and focusing on the process of their self-development, readers will learn how to use sound to express themselves in a variety of ways and to create powerful stories in the process - all with the tools already available to them. At the centre of this approach is the author's R.E.A.L. method, referring to the creation of audio that is relatable, engaging, authentic, and liberating. Students will learn to apply this concept to each step of the production process, from planning and writing through to interviewing, broadcasting, and responding to feedback. By the end of this book readers will have developed a working knowledge of podcast, audio, and radio production alongside their own means of self-expression. Supported by exercises and interviews with audio practitioners throughout, Finding Your Voice in Radio, Audio, and Podcast Production is a key resource for anyone approaching radio, audio, or podcasting for the first time. A supporting companion website with Instructor and Student Resources is available at www.robquicke.com.

There is great news and bad news when it comes to podcasting. The great news? Anybody can start a podcast. The bad news? Anybody can start a podcast. And it seems as if everyone is starting a podcast. A simple Google search reveals countless guides about how to start a podcast. From equipment to software, someone can go live with a new podcast in a matter of days with simple step-by-step instructions about recording and launching their show. But what's lacking is simple and effective training on how to create a podcast that's actually listenable--that makes listeners hit that subscribe button. In Listenable, syndicated morning-drive radio host, Bert Weiss, shares a simple content and delivery strategy anyone can use to produce a show that builds a large, loyal audience.

Make Excel work for you with this brand new guide to spreadsheet essentials Knowing a little about Excel is essential for almost every profession. Knowing a lot about Excel makes you one of the most valuable people in the office. Microsoft 365 Excel For Dummies helps you build your spreadsheet skills as it walks you through the basics of creating a spreadsheet, organizing data, performing calculations, and creating charts and graphs in Microsoft's powerful spreadsheet software. This brand new version of the book, written by an Excel guru and expert trainer, helps you develop the skills you need to impress your boss--or just to get things done faster. You'll also get ideas for using Excel to make daily life easier. Ready to become a number cruncher? Create your first spreadsheet and learn how to enter data Import data from other sources, sort tables, and organize information Run basic calculations and get more advanced with functions Build data visualizations, customize the look of your spreadsheets, and beyond These days, almost everyone who works with computers needs to have basic knowledge of Excel--and more is usually better. Microsoft 365 Excel For Dummies will help you get there.

Become a Microsoft 365 superuser and overcome challenges using the wide range of features offered by Microsoft 365 apps including SharePoint, Teams, Power Automate, Planner, and To-Do Key Features: Enhance your productivity with this consolidated guide to using all the tools available in Microsoft 365Improve your collaboration and maximize efficiency using various M365 featuresIntegrate project, task, and people management within one ecosystem Book Description: With its extensive set of tools and features for improving productivity and collaboration, Microsoft 365 is being widely adopted by organizations worldwide. This book will help not only developers but also business people and those working with information to discover tips and tricks for making the most of the apps in the Microsoft 365 suite. The Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Guide is a compendium of best practices and tips to leverage M365 apps for effective collaboration and productivity. You'll find all that you need to work efficiently with the apps in the Microsoft 365 family in this complete, quick-start guide that takes you through the Microsoft 365 apps that you can use for your everyday activities. You'll learn how to boost your personal productivity with Microsoft Delve, MyAnalytics, Outlook, and OneNote. To enhance your communication and collaboration with teams, this book shows you how to make the best use of Microsoft OneDrive, Whiteboard, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams. You'll also be able to be on top of your tasks and your team's activities, automating routines, forms, and apps with Microsoft Planner, To-Do, Power Automate, Power Apps, and Microsoft Forms. By the end of this book, you'll have understood the purpose of each Microsoft 365 app, when and how to use it, and learned tips and tricks to achieve more with M365. What You Will Learn: Understand your Microsoft 365 apps betterApply best practices to boost your personal productivityFind out how to improve communications and collaboration within your teamsDiscover how to manage tasks and automate processesGet to know the features of M365 and how to implement them in your daily activitiesBuild an integrated system for clear and effective communication Who this book is for: Whether you're new to Microsoft 365 or an existing user looking to explore its wide range of features, you'll find this book helpful. Get started using this introductory guide or use it as a handy reference to explore the features of Microsoft 365. All you need is a basic understanding of computers.

Supercharge your productivity at the office and at home Looking to familiarize yourself with the world's most popular and effective productivity apps? Then look no further than the latest edition of Office 365 All-in-One For Dummies, packed with 9 mini-books covering each of the super-apps included in the famous productivity suite from Microsoft. In the books, you'll get a handle on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Access, and more. This convenient and authoritative collection will walk you through how to create and edit text documents in Word, make new spreadsheets in Excel, and set up virtual meetings in Teams. You'll also learn how to: Use pro-level keyboard shortcuts and speed techniques to accelerate your productivity Use Microsoft's new AI-powered Copilot to get help and even write and edit your documents Leverage SharePoint and OneDrive to share documents and collaborate remotely with colleagues Office 365 All-in-One For Dummies is the first and last resource you'll need to reach for when you've got a question about Microsoft's ubiquitous productivity tools. It's perfect for newbies looking to get started and power users looking for fresh tips on the latest features. Grab your copy today!

Get up to speed on Microsoft's world-famous emailing, scheduling, collaborating, and organizing super-app Microsoft Outlook can do pretty much anything for you--short of cooking you a steak dinner. It can deliver and sort your email, filter out the junk, help you organize your life, send data to the cloud, sync up your various devices, and even integrate with iOS and Android. And in the latest edition of Microsoft Outlook For Dummies you'll learn how to do all of that, and more! Discover how to create automated mail-handling rules, translate messages into English or other languages, and share your calendar with other people. This latest edition even walks you through each of the four different versions of Outlook and their ideal use cases. You'll also find: Straightforward content that shows you how to draft and send emails, organize your calendars, and set up to-do lists, tasks, and reminders Easy explanations of hidden and advanced features that very few people know about or use, setting you up to impress your coworkers! Navigation tips for the Microsoft Outlook interface Perfect for novices who are brand-new to Outlook, Microsoft Outlook For Dummies is also a must-buy resource for email veterans looking to pick up the latest tips for the newest versions of Microsoft's world-famous email software.

Present like a pro, with the top-selling PowerPoint book on the market Since 1999, PowerPoint For Dummies has been giving readers a jargon-free way to compose compelling presentations. This update covers the latest release of Office and Office 365. Learn the basics of creating a slide deck in PowerPoint, then discover the dynamic features you can use to give your slides a bit of pizazz. Import data from other applications, collaborate in the cloud, and incorporate charts, graphics, and videos into your presentations. Plus, learn how to use Microsoft's new Copilot AI tool--integrated right into the application. Consider this book your first step to making a splash with PowerPoint! Create your first PowerPoint slide deck and add presentation notes Improve the design of your slides with templates and best-practice tips Add animations, change your font style, and insert images and drawings Share your presentation with audiences in a virtual setting New and not-so-new PowerPoint users who need a guide to the basics of building a successful presentation will love this up-to-date, beginner-friendly book.

Take a deep dive into the most popular word processor on the planet Word, Microsoft's powerful and popular word processor, is capable of extraordinary things. From template building to fancy formatting and even AI-powered editing and proofing, your copy of Word stands ready to help you supercharge your productivity and save you time and energy. You just need to learn how it's done. And, thanks to this easy-to-understand book, learning is the easy part! This latest edition of Word For Dummies is packed with the essentials you need to turn any old copy of the famous word processor into a document-creating, table-formatting, graphics-editing super app. You'll even learn how to customize your version of Microsoft Word so it's absolutely perfect for you, at home and at work. You'll also find out how to: Navigate the Word interface and menus and figure out a ton of hotkey shortcuts Edit, format, and comment documents to make team collaboration a breeze Use the new Microsoft Copilot's AI capabilities to make Word even more powerful So, grab your copy of the latest edition of Word For Dummies today. It's perfect for casual users interested in upgrading their knowledge of this ubiquitous app as well as power users looking for the latest productivity tips and tricks.

Unlock the full power of Microsoft Teams, including brand-new AI functionality, with your friends at For Dummies Looking for a fast and easy guide to Microsoft Teams, the collaboration software used by millions of people and companies around the world? In Microsoft Teams For Dummies, 3rd edition, you'll find the must-know tips, hidden tricks, and handy hacks you need to help you rock your workday and get things done lightning-fast. You'll learn how to incorporate Teams into your everyday workflow and use functionality like chatting, file sharing, team organization, videochat, and more. You'll even learn how to use Microsoft's brand-new AI companion Copilot to help you improve your processes and productivity. You'll find out how to: Connect with colleagues and collaborate remotely, from across the hall or from the other side of the world Use little-known Teams features to help you supercharge your productivity and get more done in a day Customize your Teams installation and make it work better for you and your teammates An engaging and effective roadmap to one of Microsoft's most popular apps, Microsoft Teams For Dummies is a must-read for everyone who uses--or wants to use--this powerful software at work or anywhere else. Grab a copy today!

Step up to the mic and unleash your inner host with Podcasting For Dummies Ever wonder what it takes to get your very own podcast up and running? How to get the gear you need, pick a great topic, secure fascinating guests, and assemble it all into a refined and irresistible product? Well wonder no more! Because Podcasting For Dummies has the essential guidance you need to get your brand-new podcast up and running. From selecting the right recording equipment to identifying an audience and pro-level production tips, you'll find all the killer info to help you get started on your next big idea. You'll also get: Software and hardware tips to create and produce a crystal-clear podcast Interview advice, whether you'll be seeing your guests in-person or over Zoom Strategies for choosing the perfect platform, finding sponsors, and advertising and marketing your new creation Pointers for setting up a streaming account and doing live podcasting like an expert With everyone from A-list brands to world-famous celebrities getting in on the podcast craze, it's time you took your turn on the mic. Grab Podcasting For Dummies today and turn up the volume on the practice that's transformed countless amateurs into household names!

The growth of scholarly podcasting engenders radical possibilities for how we conceive of knowledge creation and peer review. By investigating the historical development of the norms of scholarly communication, the unique affordances of sound-based scholarship and the transformative potential of new modes of creating and reviewing expert knowledge, Podcast or Perish is the call to action academia needs, by asking how podcasting might change the very ways we think about scholarly work.

Become a SharePoint power user with this quick-and-easy guide to its many features SharePoint For Dummies is your trusted instruction manual as you learn to create sites, upload and manage documents, collaborate with coworkers, and streamline workflows. Updated to include new AI functionality with Copilot, this edition walks you through the steps you'll need to take to customize SharePoint and take advantage of all it has to offer. You'll also learn how to integrate SharePoint with the tools you already use, so it's easy and seamless to make the shift to online file sharing and version control. You can manage who has access to view and edit files, and you can track, automate, and summarize content--all with this powerful Microsoft platform, and SharePoint For Dummies as your guide. Learn what SharePoint does and discover features that can improve your processes Integrate Microsoft's AI Copilot to do more with Sharepoint Customize your SharePoint sites by applying styles and custom layouts Improve collaboration and boost efficiency with advanced SharePoint features This easy-to-follow book is a must for anyone looking for quick answers to SharePoint questions--whether you have experience with SharePoint or are just getting started.

This must-have book will guide you through your first steps in 3D printing at home! Get started with a solid overview of concepts and techniques and learn the basics of 3D construction with essential information on data files, programs, and software, such as FreeCAD, Blender, Sketchup Free, Autodesk, Cura, Chitubox, and more. Know what your options are for both kits and ready-to-use printers, discover what you need to do to make your first 3D printed part, and find out what it takes to become a 3D printing professional. This newly updated and expanded edition of 3D Printers: A Beginner's Guide features the latest printers and programs, new software updates, and a larger gallery to show you what's possible and what's not with tips and tricks for practical applications with all the current technologies.

An illustrated, A-to-Z, and newly updated guide to mastering Microsoft Office 365 Teach Yourself VISUALLY Microsoft 365, 2nd Edition is a newly revised edition of the easy-to-use and up-to-date visual walkthrough of Microsoft's ubiquitous office products. It#s the fastest and most efficient way to get up to speed on world-famous apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, offering crystal-clear, high-resolution screenshots that show you exactly how to get things done. Tired of confusing, text-based "instructions" that leave you scratching your head and wondering, "Why didn't that work?" Then grab a copy of TYV Microsoft 365, 2nd Edition for a complete, A-to-Z tour of Microsoft 365 that takes you through how to generate sophisticated documents in Word, crunch numbers in Excel, keep your life organized in Outlook, and build attractive and persuasive presentations in PowerPoint. This book shows you how to master basic, foundational features that have been around for years, as well as cutting-edge new additions to the software--like Microsoft's Copilot AI--that make your job easier and make you more productive. From working with files in the cloud to setting up your own local databases in Access, TYV Microsoft 365, 2nd Edition puts the info, screenshots, and instructions you need at your fingertips. Readers will find: Hundreds of hi-res, full-page screenshots that demonstrate Microsoft 365's most useful features Specific instructions on how to get more from your favorite Office 365 apps, like how to add attachments to your Outlook emails or include narration in a PowerPoint presentation Techniques to incorporate artificial intelligence in your everyday work to supercharge your productivity by summarizing Word documents or automatically generating Excel formulas Perfect for anyone looking for an intuitive and visual guide to Microsoft 365 that comes with full-screen images that show you exactly what to do and where to click, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Microsoft 365, 2nd Edition is the simplest and most effective resource for mastering the world's most popular suite of office apps.

"Discover the magic of holiday crafting in The Unofficial Book of Christmas Cricut Crafts, brimming with festive step-by-step projects for all skill levels. A must-have for Cricut enthusiasts, this charming book is your ultimate guide to creating a memorable, personalized Christmas, regardless of your crafting experience!" --Heidi Kundin, of HappinessIsHomemade.com, author of Homemade Bath Bombs & More and DIY Tie-Dye From the creator of Leap of Faith Crafting comes a brand new book, all about making handmade holiday gifts and decorations with your Cricut cutting machine!  Throughout the whimsical pages of this book, author Amy Pelzner will walk you through 30 brand-new Cricut projects that can be personalized and given as gifts to friends and family or hung as holiday decor in your own home as the Christmas season approaches. With step-by-step photos and encouraging instructions, you'll be confidently crafting Amy's ideas (or placing inspired spins on your own) in no time at all! Whether you are a skilled crafter or new to DIY, you will find exciting ways to use your Cricut Maker, Explore, and/or Joy. If you're new to the Cricut scene, you'll want to pore over the pages that help you unbox your Cricut, giving you a general understanding of the parts of your machine, as well as tips for using Cricut Design Space and Cricut Access. If you're an experienced Cricut crafter, you can skip ahead to the projects, which use the most popular materials your Cricut can cut. These include fabric (cotton, felt, and fleece); basswood and chipboard; leather; vinyl; paper; and heat transfer vinyl. Tips for using infusible ink are also included. Projects include:  Christmas gingerbread earrings Frosted window cling snowflakes Advent calendar Round wood holiday sign Layered shadow box Personalized gift tags Pop-up Christmas cards Holiday banners Ceramic and chipboard ornaments Custom wrapping paper Matching pajamas Themed coasters Christmas-movie-watching mugs and so much more! Similar to previous books in this series (The Unofficial Book of Cricut Crafts and The Unofficial Book of Handmade Cricut Crafts), you'll receive (free!) included cut files that will inspire you to create designs of your own that you can not only gift, but also sell on creative marketplaces such as Etsy and even at craft fairs. With your Cricut cutting machine and this book, you'll be prepared with a handmade gift idea for everyone this holiday season, including neighbors, teachers, delivery drivers, and, of course, your loved ones.