How to create a background for a slide.

[Rodger Buckley]

I am trying to create a background for a slide ,that I can use as a layer in PS7.( Similar to the one George DeCamp created for his Kenya show)

When I open a new file how do I set the pixel size to cover the screen?

I have tried Custom--Preset Sizes But these do not cover the screen.

Rodger.

[ContaxMan]

It depends on the pixel dimensions set for your machine. A common standard is 1024 x 768 pixels so, in Photoshop, choose File > New then set these dimensions in the dialogue box.

Older machines use 800 x 600 pixels.

[Rodger Buckley]

Roger,

My resolution is 1280x 1024 but when I set these dimensions in the dialogue box it doesn't cover the screen when I open PS.

Rodger.

[alrobin]

Rodger,

You also have to set the "Navigator" to 100% and choose the "maximize" option for the image window.

[Rodger Buckley]

Al,

Many thanks.

Now I know what the Navigator does!!!(I hope)

Rodger.

[verhoef]

Even on one's birthday sitting behind the computer ?!

Contaxman: Congratulations to your birthday !!!

Michel

[ContaxMan]

Thanks Michel. I work at home & today's a working day, I'm afraid. I like to have a look at the Forum during my other work to see what's happening in the real world.