Batch File Renaming using Picasa
The filename structure of our cameras can be pretty annoying and not give any info. You can rename a batch of photos within a Folder with sequential numbers. Take care in selection the identifying label. No spaces – special characters (/&? Etc) and try and keep it short.
1. Select the photos within the Folder
2. Click on Picture – Batch Edits .-Rename or F2
3. Enter your identifier ( An example would be nameyearrmonth lind0912)
4. You can use a starting number with –1 and this number will increase
5. You will not there are other options which can be included in the new file name like full date and resolution
If you are storing your `photos in Folders based on Year and Month then this option will help you identify sections within the folder.
A search on the persons name will then display all the photos in a multitude of folders.
Sylvia Dec 09
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Christmas Free ECards - Links
Save a Tree and Send Ecards this Christmas!
JIBJAB http://sendables.jibjab.com/
These are fun and quite easy to create. Just a few tips. First of all ADSL is a MUST!
Faces.. you will probably want to personalise the cards with faces. Rather than upload large photos it is better to use Picasa to crop the faces you want to use.. Then EXPORT the cropped version to a folder names FACES. Go back to the library and right click on the photo and select UNDO EDITS to restore to the original photo. You will always easily find the faces you want when uploading to JIBJAB.
JIBJAB ELFME has many FREE versions. You can join and there is no subscription. There is a subscription version which offers a greater selection.
When you have finished your card you can Email it to one or several recipients. It will insert a link which means the recipient is not downloading a large file.
Email it to yourself and then copy this link which means you can include it in any Email or Skype message
My sample of Save a Tree!
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/5xW1HhquGEYdrx78OP7J
Care Ecards http://www.care2.com/ecards/
Very good site for all types of Ecards.. This is also a free service but if you register it will store and Email address Book and Event reminder
Tips:
Beside each card look for a small icon of a video camera . This indicates and animated card. A very good alternative to the Jacqui Lawson Cards. The recipient is only viewing when using the link so no download is started until that stage.
You can select a stamp for the envelope
Send a Reply to the sender
Add the recipient to address book and other options including BLAND COPY!
http://www.care2.com/send/pickup/1341-66218-10429-9046
Sylvia December 2009
JIBJAB http://sendables.jibjab.com/
These are fun and quite easy to create. Just a few tips. First of all ADSL is a MUST!
Faces.. you will probably want to personalise the cards with faces. Rather than upload large photos it is better to use Picasa to crop the faces you want to use.. Then EXPORT the cropped version to a folder names FACES. Go back to the library and right click on the photo and select UNDO EDITS to restore to the original photo. You will always easily find the faces you want when uploading to JIBJAB.
JIBJAB ELFME has many FREE versions. You can join and there is no subscription. There is a subscription version which offers a greater selection.
When you have finished your card you can Email it to one or several recipients. It will insert a link which means the recipient is not downloading a large file.
Email it to yourself and then copy this link which means you can include it in any Email or Skype message
My sample of Save a Tree!
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/5xW1HhquGEYdrx78OP7J
Care Ecards http://www.care2.com/ecards/
Very good site for all types of Ecards.. This is also a free service but if you register it will store and Email address Book and Event reminder
Tips:
Beside each card look for a small icon of a video camera . This indicates and animated card. A very good alternative to the Jacqui Lawson Cards. The recipient is only viewing when using the link so no download is started until that stage.
You can select a stamp for the envelope
Send a Reply to the sender
Add the recipient to address book and other options including BLAND COPY!
http://www.care2.com/send/pickup/1341-66218-10429-9046
Sylvia December 2009
Secure Internet Purchasing
Have Fun this Christmas but be SECURE!
Many of us will be making purchases on the Internet this Christmas so I thought I would put out a few tips to help you keep secure.
1. Use trusted and trustworthy sites. Amazon, M&S, Tesco, Boots, Comet, PC World, Jessops etc are good examples. There are many well known outlets that would have in place Secure Payment systems.
2. If you are intent on purchasing from a supplier not known to you, then undertake a Google search with the name. It is possible to purchase domain names with .co.uk or .org . Do not assume they are UK suppliers as many are taken by Far Eastern suppliers. Some are reliable whilst others might not ship any goods. A Google search should give further information like a UK location or telephone number. If in doubt telephone them first.
3. When moving into the payment area the address bar should show https:// this indicates a secure payment site and there should also be a padlock visible on the page.
4. Credit Card payments for purchases over 100 pounds can be stopped if you are unhappy and money refunded if you have a genuine complaint. Under 100 pounds there is little security.
5. PAYPAL also offer refunds for disputed deliveries etc.
6. Many Banks also have a second level security system before accepting a charge. This is linked to your own Bank and you can register for this service. They hold on record more personal information and you go thro another level of security. An example would be a request for randomly selected letters in your password.
7. Banks also advise that you change your password on a regular basis.
Do not be afraid to make Internet purchases, just learn how to achieve them with minimum risk .
Happy & Safe Purchasing!
Sylvia December 2009
Many of us will be making purchases on the Internet this Christmas so I thought I would put out a few tips to help you keep secure.
1. Use trusted and trustworthy sites. Amazon, M&S, Tesco, Boots, Comet, PC World, Jessops etc are good examples. There are many well known outlets that would have in place Secure Payment systems.
2. If you are intent on purchasing from a supplier not known to you, then undertake a Google search with the name. It is possible to purchase domain names with .co.uk or .org . Do not assume they are UK suppliers as many are taken by Far Eastern suppliers. Some are reliable whilst others might not ship any goods. A Google search should give further information like a UK location or telephone number. If in doubt telephone them first.
3. When moving into the payment area the address bar should show https:// this indicates a secure payment site and there should also be a padlock visible on the page.
4. Credit Card payments for purchases over 100 pounds can be stopped if you are unhappy and money refunded if you have a genuine complaint. Under 100 pounds there is little security.
5. PAYPAL also offer refunds for disputed deliveries etc.
6. Many Banks also have a second level security system before accepting a charge. This is linked to your own Bank and you can register for this service. They hold on record more personal information and you go thro another level of security. An example would be a request for randomly selected letters in your password.
7. Banks also advise that you change your password on a regular basis.
Do not be afraid to make Internet purchases, just learn how to achieve them with minimum risk .
Happy & Safe Purchasing!
Sylvia December 2009