Igor Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 We fully reworked text rendering for the future version 5.7 and it works in two times faster now and with improved visual quality.Also we plan make vectorization of text objects when you create EXE file of a slideshow and it will guarantee:- Displaying of used unique fonts (not presented on a PC where you run this slideshow).- Flawless quality of text at any screen resolution (earlied you could use rasterized text to PNG image file with fixed pixel size.)However we will keep "Rasterize text to PNG image" option for those users who want make post-processing of PNG in graphical editor for example.I'd like to ask one question. Does anybody use manual font size in text objects (disabled "Auto font quality" option)? We can keep it, just I'd like to know if somebody use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fh1805 Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Igor,As part of your rework of the text handling in PTE v5.7 would it be possible to include the ability for the user to nominate, perhaps in Project Options somewhere, which font and colour they want as their default values for Text objects; and for this nomination to be kept separate from the nominations for the font and colour of Comments text.As you will be aware, this point has been raised several times in the past; but, as you are obviously working in this particular area as part of 5.7 development, it seems appropriate to mention it again under this topic. regards,Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Yachtsman1 Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 I'd like to ask one question. Does anybody use manual font size in text objects (disabled "Auto-quality" option)? We can keep it, just I'd like to know if somebody use it.Hi IgorNot sure what is meant by the question, please clarify.RegardsYachtsman1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fh1805 Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Eric,If you look at the Properties tab in O&A for a Text Object, there is a tick box "Auto font quality". Most of the time, most users will leave this ticked. But if you un-tick it you get a box into which you can enter a numeric value for font size. In this manner you can ensure that all text across all slides has exactly the same font size.I confess I didn't know this until Igor opened this topic on the forum. Just goes to show that even the so-called experts are still learning new things about PTE.regards,Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scorpion Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 IgorWill the vectorization of text include text added, as a comment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Yachtsman1 Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Eric,If you look at the Properties tab in O&A for a Text Object, there is a tick box "Auto font quality". Most of the time, most users will leave this ticked. But if you un-tick it you get a box into which you can enter a numeric value for font size. In this manner you can ensure that all text across all slides has exactly the same font size.I confess I didn't know this until Igor opened this topic on the forum. Just goes to show that even the so-called experts are still learning new things about PTE.regards,PeterHi PeterThanks for the enlightenment, I didn't know about it either. That's one of the reasons I suggested a complete re-write of the manual would be a great benefit to all, this scratching around in the dark can be very frustrating.Regards Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deskjet1uk Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 We fully reworked text rendering for the future version 5.7 and it works in two times faster now and with improved visual quality.Also we plan make vectorization of text objects when you create EXE file of a slideshow and it will guarantee:- Displaying of used unique fonts (not presented on a PC where you run this slideshow).- Flawless quality of text at any screen resolution (earlied you could use rasterized text to PNG image file with fixed pixel size.)However we will keep "Rasterize text to PNG image" option for those users who want make post-processing of PNG in graphical editor for example.I'd like to ask one question. Does anybody use manual font size in text objects (disabled "Auto font quality" option)? We can keep it, just I'd like to know if somebody use it.Hello Igor,I have never udes the Auto font option.The text rendering work you are doing will be highly appreciated, thank you.Ralph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedom Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Does anybody use manual font size in text objects (disabled "Auto font quality" option)? We can keep it, just I'd like to know if somebody use it.Hello,Except one time for a demo/template for which I followed your recommandation to use this option for a smoother effect ( http://www.picturestoexe.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=7290 ), I have never used it again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Igor Posted February 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Peter,As part of your rework of the text handling in PTE v5.7 would it be possible to include the ability for the user to nominate, perhaps in Project Options somewhere, which font and colour they want as their default values for Text objects; and for this nomination to be kept separate from the nominations for the font and colour of Comments text.As you will be aware, this point has been raised several times in the past; but, as you are obviously working in this particular area as part of 5.7 development, it seems appropriate to mention it again under this topic.I remember about this request. We'll try to implement this suggestion to v5.7.Scorpion,Will the vectorization of text include text added, as a comment?Yes. For all textes, including text comments and captions of buttons.Tom,I think the text editor in Objects and Animations is very very good. I have found it to be useful for creating graphic files with text outside of PTE slideshows (wallpaper, static introduction frames in flash videos). I create a slide and enable the navigation bar with the printer option. Then I run the presentation and save the slide as a .bmp or .jpg. If there was an option to save individual slides without running the presentation it would be even easier.There is another way:1. Click on a slideshow to choose it.2. Press "Space" key on the keyboard to see fullscreen preview of this slide.3. Press "PrintScreen" key on the keyboard to copy image of slideshow to the clipboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosheyar Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Does anybody use manual font size in text objects (disabled "Auto font quality" option)? We can keep it, just I'd like to know if somebody use it.IgorIs your mean folowing picture ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xahu34 Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 ... Is your mean folowing picture ? No, look at the properties tab, after having entered a text object (Auto font quality).Regards,Xaver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfa Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 Igor,Very pleased to see this development in the text area of PTE. I have never changed the Auto font option from default so will not miss it if it is removed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Techman1 Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Igor,Good news! Thanks in advance for the rework of text.Regarding your question, I Never use this option!Thanks again,Fred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosheyar Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 No, look at the properties tab, after having entered a text object (Auto font quality).I don't really catch your say ,dear Xaver ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevans Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Eric,If you look at the Properties tab in O&A for a Text Object, there is a tick box "Auto font quality". Most of the time, most users will leave this ticked. But if you un-tick it you get a box into which you can enter a numeric value for font size. In this manner you can ensure that all text across all slides has exactly the same font size.I confess I didn't know this until Igor opened this topic on the forum. Just goes to show that even the so-called experts are still learning new things about PTE.regards,PeterPeter,Just following this thread and tried to reproduce your explanation above. When I remove the tick from "auto font quality", the box which appears does not enable me to change the font SIZE, just its quality. However I believe it would be a useful feature to be able to specify a font size, as the present method of adding text means that the text size is dependent on the size of the text box and not the default font size. When making a show with similar text on different images, the only way to ensure that all the text is the same is to control the size of the text box.Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xahu34 Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 I don't really catch your say ,dear Xaver ! Abdol, please look at the attached screen shot.Best regards,Xaver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosheyar Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Abdol, please look at the attached screen shot.Hi xahu34 but Why i don't have this circle checked , I only have "Auto Font quality" Naturally yours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xahu34 Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 ... I only have "Auto Font quality" ...Disable "Auto Font quality", then the seize field will appear.Regards,Xaver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevans Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Disable "Auto Font quality", then the seize field will appear.Regards,XaverBut Xaver, the box value alters the quality not the size, at least in my copy of PTE 5.6. Is this not correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xahu34 Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 But Xaver, the box value alters the quality not the size, at least in my copy of PTE 5.6. Is this not correct?I think you are right. The seize of the text inside the slide seems to be determined only by the zoom parameters in the animation tab. The said seize parameter in the box only seems to have influence on the internal representation of the text object, all in all not very transparent for the user.Best regards,XaverMunich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limey Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Jeff & Xaver,I'm using Ver 5.5Auto Font Quality only seems to maintain the quality of a text object that is Zoomed. If unselected and a low number is manually inserted in the box, the text quality deteriorates when size is increased by zoom. I fail to see the utility of this.I agree with Jeff that it would be useful to be able to specify a consistent font size instead of having to change the size of the text box each time.Regards,Limey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosheyar Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Disable "Auto Font quality", then the seize field will appear.Yeah , you're right , but I sure that "Auto Font Quality" is very benefit for Artistic users , and I believe that Igor should add a option again in the name "Auto Slide Quality" beside the "Auto Font Quality". it 's caused to use artistic slideshow for displaying our pictures or texts .Best salute Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Igor Posted February 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 We have finished this improvement for next version 5.7. I remember we were asked many times for this feature:+ You can use any unique fonts for EXE file of slideshow now. PicturesToExe automatically will vectorize text objects and text comments and show text with highest quality at any display resolution. No need to use "Rasterize to PNG image" option in Objects and animation editor anymore.+ Improved quality of text rendering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fh1805 Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 Excellent news, Igor! I look forward to the new release in due course.regards,Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Igor Posted March 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 Tom,"Rasterize text to PNG image" option still exists. It never will be removed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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