Enhancing Documents with GraphicsGraphics are images that enhance a document or publication. Clip Art, WordArt, Digital Camera, Internet, and Scanned Pictures. Common Extensions include GIF, JPEG, BMP.

Graphics can be: Inserted into a document such as MS Word. Moved around the page.

Manipulate the layout and move around or within text. Resized to become larger or smaller. Formatted to make the picture brighter or sharper.

Enhancing Documents with Graphics

Graphics can be edited by using:

MS Word picture toolbar

Paint program

Specialized software Paint Shop Pro Adobe Photoshop

These are just a few examples of the many specialized software programs out there that can be purchased or used free of charge to enhance graphics.

Creating One-page Flyers

Word can be used for basic desktop publishing. Create professional publications such as one-page flyers.

A one page flyer is a document that informs the public about local happenings or events taking place.

One-page flyers can include: A party announcement/invitation Upcoming Events

Concert, Yard sale, School play, etc. Newsletter

One-page FlyersContain:

Text – Concise and to the point. Includes subject, date, time, etc.

Graphics – From digital cameras, clip art, Internet, etc. Pictures from the Internet must contain the URL.

Pictures should be clear and sharp (not blurry).

Color – Includes text, background, and borders. White space – Equal spacing between text, graphics, etc.

Typically everything is centered on one page. Horizontally (equal white space on left and right)

Vertically (equal white space on top and bottom)

Community Yard Sale

Mebane Arts Center Mebane, NC

Saturday, April 16, 2005 6:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Specific Event

Location

Date and Time

White Space

Graphics

Example of one-page flyer created in MS Word.