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A fancy name for a rather fancy title, PrintShop Photopro has a most professional feel and an excellent array of features, as well as being good value.
It is also one of the simplest to use: the interface is quick to grasp, with everything logically arranged around the screen.
To source pictures and artwork, simply click on the Get Photo option from which you can select PC, digital camera, scanner or the internet by using an online photo service.
While this can be used as an arts and crafts tool it can also be adapted to create slide shows and photo albums that can be shared over the internet or simply printed out. With only 600-plus images included, the emphasis is definitely on using and editing your own.
The edit menu is where PrintShop really shines, containing many of the features you would expect from a £100 piece of software. The most impressive tool is an instant touch-up option.
The results do vary but it can make a lot of difference. Picture warping is good fun, and there are reasonably accurate red-eye and blemish removal options.
The main problem with PrintShop is that it concentrates very heavily on the editing side and with sharing the images over the net, but has very little to help you actually print out your finished masterpiece.
On the plus side, you get high-end functions without feeling lost in a serious art package.
Contact: Softkey/Mattel Interactive 01664 481563
www.mindscape.co.uk
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