The folder "Paint Examples" contains sample graphics in full page MacPaint format at 72 dots per inch 100% size. These graphics are the most suitable for use in almost all situations. The Down Under Collection ships with all the files in MacPaint format.
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The folder "PICT Examples" contains different graphics to those in the "Paint Examples" folder. The files have been saved in a smaller size with density PICT format. If possible look at both sets of graphics to gain a clearer idea of the scope of The Down Uner Collection. When ordering please specify wether you require that the files be in the MacPaint format or PICT format.
The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre only allows direct importation of PICT format files. MacPaint files may be copied via the clipboard (see instructions below) but this is a little cumbersome. The PICT format files are perfect for users of "The Writing Center" or any other package that can only import PICT format graphics - eg KidPix. They allow the user to directly import the files instead of having to copy through the clipboard.
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Full copies of "The Down Under Collection" may by obtained from-
New Horizons
PO Box 658 ARMIDALE NSW 2350
Free Fax 008 808 656
Free Phone 008 023 069
Pricing
Macintosh MacPaint $249.95
Macintosh PICT $249.95
MS DOS 3.5" $249.95
MS DOS 5.25" $249.95
DOS version works with Windows
Site Licence for Mac or DOS $399.00
Dual Site Licence for Mac and DOS $499.00
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The Down Under Collection contains over 1500 individual full page graphics found in 53 categories.
The original illustrations have been hand drawn by top professional artists especially for inclusion in this collection of graphics.
During the development of the collection we consulted with many teachers asking them what they wanted in a graphics collection.
One of the most positive suggestions was the requirement for some of the graphics to be in outline form to allow the children to colour them in. Accordingly the graphics in the collection show a gradation of complexity from simple outline art to highly complex works of art.
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The graphics are not designed to be operated by themselves. They must be imported into the relevant programme. See the following notes re operation.
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Instructions for operation
This collection of clip art is meant to be used with a Macintosh programme which can handle graphics. The files do NOT do anything on their own.
Programmes which allow the direct importing or opening of MacPaint files include: MacPaint, SuperPaint, DeskPaint, Ultrapaint, PrintShop, SuperPrint, Pagemaker, Publish It Easy, Microsoft Word (Version 5), Ready-Set-Go MS GreatWorks, ClarisWorks MS Works Version 3 and many others.
Using the Files
Placing Graphics in an application which supports direct importing of MacPaint documents e.g Pagemaker, Publish It Easy, Word (version 5)
1. Open your application
2. Choose Place or Import (usually under File menu)
3. Select the graphic you want to use
4. Place the graphic on your page according to the instructions for your particular programme.
5. Resize the graphic for your requirements.
Direct Placement of Graphics
Using Graphics in application that allows direct opening of MacPaint documents. (eg SuperPrint)
1. Open application
2. Select Open from File menu. You will be presented with a dialogue box showing a list of files. If you cannot see the file you are after then you may need to select another drive or look inside a folder.
3. Select the file you are interested in and open it.
4. You may now work with your file
Opening of MacPaint Documents
Using Clipboard and Scrapbook to import graphics into Macintosh programmes e.g. The Writing Centre, MS Word (older versions),
MS Works. Some Mac programmes have the ability to deal with graphics but do not have a facility for the direct importation of these files. In these cases the clipboard together with the scrapbook (if desired) can be used.
Clipboard or Scrapbook
If you are using Multifinder
Step 1: Load a graphics programme such as MacPaint in which to open your picture.
Step 2: Using the tools available select the image or part of it and copy to the clipboard.
Step 3: Swap to your other programme (the one you want the graphic to go into) and select the Paste command.
Step 4: Repeat the above steps for other graphics you wish to use.
Note: Alternatively you may want to use the scrapbook which works under Finder or Multifinder. See instructions over page.
If you are not using Multifinder
Step 1: Load up your graphics programme
Step 2: Open the graphic file
Step 3: Using the tools available select the image or part of it and copy to the clipboard. Step 4: Open the scrapbook. You will find this under the Apple menu along with other DAs (Desktop accessories)
Step 5: Return to your graphics programme and load on the next picture you are interested in.
Step 6: Repeat steps 3,4 &5 for all the graphics you are interested in.
Step 7: Quit the graphics application
Step 8: Open the application in which you wish to place the graphics.
Step 9: Open the Scrapbook and copy the image you wish to transfer.
Step 10: Return to the application and select paste.
NOTE: Scrapbook is a desktop accessory which is normally installed into your system file (or System folder if you are using system 7). Refer to your Macintosh manual if you need further information on the scrapbook or on how to install DAs.
Resizing Graphics
Most graphics programmes have the ability to resize graphics, some allow you to select the entire image by double clicking the Marquee tool or the Lasso. Alternatively you can select the image by dragging the appropriate tool. Then either manually resize the image by dragging the corner. (remember to hold down the shift key to retain the correct proportion) or by selecting a resize image command from the menu bar. Some older programmes may have difficulty selecting a whole image if it is larger than the screen window. In this case you may need to obtain smaller sized graphics.
A number of drawing packages e.g the graphics module in ClarisWorks allow the user to import MacPaint format graphics but convert the image into an object. This means you can copy, duplicate etc but you cannot change the individual pixels of the image as you can in a paint package.
