You can use your photo CD to transfer images to your computer, Email images and even make printed enlargements at home or your favorite photo lab.
To transfer files to your computer:
- Insert disc into drive
- Copy and Paste: Select all photos and copy. Navigate to the folder where you want to keep your images and paste into that folder.
- Your computer may be set up to transfer files using either Windows or iPhoto.
- You may also choose to Drag and Drop or Save As.
- Will work with PC or Mac.
High Resolution vs. Low Resolution:
Images on your CD will be in high resolution for print and low resolution for use on the Web. The larger files are for print. The smaller files are for use on the Web only and are typically labeled with the word Web in the file name.
Use the larger files if their final destination will be used in a publication like a business card, brochure or newsletter. You should use the smaller files for online destinations such as your own Web site, online profiles and social media.
Both file sizes are able to be sent via Email.
To make printed enlargements at a photo lab:
- Any photo lab, local or online, should be able to print your images.
- Many local labs such as Walgreens, HEB, Walmart, Target, Costco, etc. offer both kiosks where you can take your disc or an online upload software so you can make your choices from home and pick up in an hour.
- Some of my online favorites are www.shutterfly.com or www.ritzpix.com.
Copyright Release:
Your photo CD will have a copyright release on it so you should have no trouble providing documentation that you do, indeed, have permission to print your images.
Photo Management:
Picasa is a FREE download from Google that is a great little tool for managing and even editing photos.