Elements 9 offers much of Photoshop's power without the huge price tag. It's an ideal tool for most image-editing buffs -- including scrapbookers, photographers, and aspiring graphic artists. But Elements still doesn't come with a decent manual. This bestselling book will help you get the most out of the program, from the basics to advanced tips for both Windows and Mac.Quickly learn your way around. Customize Elements to suit your working style.Get to work right away. Import, organize, and make quick image fixes with ease.Retouch any image. Learn how to repair and restore your old and damaged photos.Add some pizzazz. Give images more zip with dozens of filters, frames, and special effects.Find your creative flair. Create scrapbooks, greeting cards, photo books, and more.Use advanced techniques. Work with layers, blend modes, and other tools.Try out your new skills. Download practice images and try new tricks as you learn.
Since there is no button for started reading, but never finished it, I have finally decided to mark this book as read. I got about half way though the book when I purchased PSCS 5. Since then I have been in the full version of Photoshop and have therefore not felt the need to finish this book.