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ArtIcons 5.20 - User Guide and FAQ
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        Creating a New Icon
        Use the New Icon dialog box to create a new icon. To open this dialog 
        box, do one of the following:  
         
        Choose File -> New Icon. 
        Press Ctrl+N. 
        Click the New Icon buttonon the toolbar. 
          Changing the Icon Format
          You can change the current icon format by selecting Convert Image Format. 
          From the Tools menu and specifying the desired settings in the dialog 
          that appears. 
          Creating a New Icon Library
          To create a new icon library, do one of the following: 
           
        Choose New Library from the File menu. 
        Press Ctrl+L. 
        Click the New Library button on the toolbar.  
           
          Frequently Asked Questions - ArtIcons
          
            - How to create Windows XP icons using Adobe 
              Photoshop?
 
              Icon Design Overview 
              This section will familiarize you with the new Windows XP style 
              in preparation for creating your icons.  
               
              Icon Style Characteristics 
              Color is rich and complementary to the Windows XP look. Angle and 
              perspective provide a dynamic energy to the images. Edges and corners 
              of elements are soft and slightly rounded. Light source is coming 
              from the upper left-hand corner with additional ambient light illuminating 
              other parts of the icon. The use of gradients provides dimension 
              and gives the icon a richer look. A drop shadow provides contrast 
              and dimension. Outlines provide definition. Everyday objects, such 
              as computers and devices, have a more modern consumer look. 
            
           
           
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