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Technically Trent
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Приєднався 18 кві 2022
Hi, I'm Trent. I'm here to teach you graphic design, digital art, video making, and online business.
✅ Check out a couple of my videos.
✅ If you feel like you learned something, subscribe to see my upcoming content.
Thanks for watching!
✅ Check out a couple of my videos.
✅ If you feel like you learned something, subscribe to see my upcoming content.
Thanks for watching!
Reviewing YOUR YouTube Thumbnails!
Today I’ll be reviewing a viewer’s UA-cam thumbnails! We’ll look at some best practices for thumbnail design along with a few design tricks that you can use in Affinity Photo.
Want me to review your thumbnails in a future video? Leave a comment down below!
Check out Breezzer’s channel here:
www.youtube.com/@BreezzersGaming/videos
💻🚀 Download my FREE PDF with 10 more Affinity Designer tips here:
trenttech.gumroad.com/l/affinitydesigner_10_Tips
✅ UNLIMITED Fonts, SVGs, Graphics for $3.99/month:
www.creativefabrica.com/ref/2746202/
🎥 MY TECH SETUP
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CONTENTS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Thumbnail Review
03:59 Design Techniques
NOTE: Some resources in this description contain Affiliate Links that earn me a commission and help support this channel.
Want me to review your thumbnails in a future video? Leave a comment down below!
Check out Breezzer’s channel here:
www.youtube.com/@BreezzersGaming/videos
💻🚀 Download my FREE PDF with 10 more Affinity Designer tips here:
trenttech.gumroad.com/l/affinitydesigner_10_Tips
✅ UNLIMITED Fonts, SVGs, Graphics for $3.99/month:
www.creativefabrica.com/ref/2746202/
🎥 MY TECH SETUP
amazon.com/shop/technicallytrent
CONTENTS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Thumbnail Review
03:59 Design Techniques
NOTE: Some resources in this description contain Affiliate Links that earn me a commission and help support this channel.
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How to Make YouTube Thumbnails in Canva [2024]
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OBS Studio : Beginner Tutorial for Recording & Streaming [2024]
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Affinity: 6 MONTH Free Trial?!
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LUTs Explained - Tutorial for Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher
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View Modes - Tutorial for Affinity Designer
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Do you sometimes wish you had X-Ray glasses to see how your vector designs look in Affinity Designer? Well, the good news is that View Modes in Affinity Designer let you do exactly that, along with some other cool tricks. In this video, we’ll look at how to use this useful feature. ✅Download my FREE PDF with 10 Affinity Designer tips here: trenttech.gumroad.com/l/affinitydesigner_10_Tips CONTEN...
How to Create Mockups in Canva
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Creating great mockups can make or break your product sales. In this video, I’ll show you how to use Canva to create mockups for your designs, and also how to add your own style to them. ✨ Check out the Canva Mockups on Creative Fabrica: www.creativefabrica.com/search/ref/2746202/?query=canva mockups CONTENTS 00:00 Intro 00:20 Mockups from Canva 04:52 Mockups from Other Sites 08:08 Mockups from...
How to Put an Image Inside of Text in Canva
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Putting an image inside of text is a great way to add some style to your designs. In this tutorial, I’ll show you a quick and easy way to do this in Canva. ✅ Get 1,000’s of graphics and fonts for your Canva designs: www.creativefabrica.com/ref/2746202/ CONTENTS 00:00 Intro 00:18 App: FontFrame NOTE: Some links in this description earn me an affiliate commission that helps support this channel.
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My friend had a very difficult time cancealing. Adobe is such a scam!!!
This is the first time I have ever enjoyed a designer tool this much, I didn't expect how easy and fast it is to learn using this program😭, worth every penny. It's also reasonably priced 💰
Great video. Very clear with so many tips and tricks.
When I place my test into my bitmap rectangle, how am I supposed to drag within the image? No matter how much I drag, I am unable to see a seamless design. It gets bigger and smaller but rotates when I drag. Should I be holding command? Refer to around the 2:30+ mark.
Hi @PAndrew002, When using the Gradient Tool with the bitmap, on the top menu bar, is the "Extend" option set to "Wrap"? That is the only thing that I can think of without seeing what is happening. Let me know how it goes.
This is a great video style!
Thanks @michelefrost734, I hope to do more! It's just a matter of finding volunteers.
Very helpful
After a few Hrs I reworked that thumb, I had some frustrating moments, I think it was from a transparent background? It took a while but I finally got that girl removed. I'm going to practice this hopefully it will come easier in the future
Glad to hear it worked! What was the trouble with removing the girl? Was the Inpainting tool not doing anything? Or was it just giving a bad result? The layer does need to be "rasterized" for it to work, but usually it will pop-up a message telling you that needs to be done when you use the tool.
@@TechnicallyTrent User error, wrong layer. I think I got it figured out, the pixel layer is like a piece of glass between the background and the character. I shared your video to my FB and X pages. I posted a few up coming covers at the post on X
@@BreezzersGaming Exactly, the pixel layer is blank at first, and then you add the new "inpainting" content into it. It isn't required to do it this way - you can inpaint directly on the bottom layer you want to change - but I like to use a new pixel layer in case I want to make changes later. Thanks for sharing the video!
On the subscriptions page the thumb nails are now much bigger on android tablets, if he was targeting that page his designs may be more readable
True, some devices and screens will display thumbnails bigger. But I like to prepare for the worst case scenario :)
@@TechnicallyTrent What doesn't every one have a 42" 4K OLED. 3' from their face and using readers for the small print. LOL I looks pretty good on my Iphone 15 Max also, but when you start scrolling the playlists gets very small.
Is there a way to set a default LUTs holding folder in Photo2; a single folder where all one's LUTs can be stored for quick retrieval? I'm just not seeing a setting for setting that..... Thanks in advance.
Hi @richardc8129, I have never tried it, but according to the Affinity Forums (from 2018), on Windows, they are stored in: C:\Users\YOURUSERNAME\AppData\Roaming\Affinity\Photo\1.0\user\adjustments.propcol Reference: forum.affinity.serif.com/index.php?/topic/55084-a-photo-lut-presets-file-folder/ If that doesn't work, you can try asking on the forums again. It may have changed in the last 6 years since V2. Hope this helps! Trent
@@TechnicallyTrent Thank You!
Thanks Trent, Nice Job. I started using the vibrance tool the other day, and now I lost the box, i can't seem to find it to use it again, i select it, and can't find it
never mind its working today
Hi @BreezzersGaming, For Vibrance, I use one of the Adjustments. It is one of those icons at the bottom of the Layers panel, next to the FX. Do you see that option?
@@TechnicallyTrent ya, i was using it one day, and then i try to reopen it and I couldn't find the box idk,
how did you apply the gradient to the stroke?
Hi @marcososa1986, When you select the Gradient Tool, at the top of the screen there is an option for "Context". It is set to Fill by default, but you can change it to Stroke. Hope this helps!
Thank you so much Trent. I learned a lot. At 8:32, it looks like you quickly changed the fonts of all three text boxes at the same time. Was there a shortcut for this? Or you did click all three and change the fonts, but that section was cut to shorten your video?
Hi @SousasToolbox! That speed was because I edited the video. But yes, you can select multiple text objects and change the fonts all at once. Hope this helps! Trent
@technicallytrent What do I do if the repeat in Photopea still shows the white lines?
Hi @Flemishe, if you open the file by itself, do you see a white line on the edge? That means you'll need to fix it in Canva (or whatever editing program you use). Something in your file is not exactly aligned with the edge.
@@TechnicallyTrent it’s the edges of each square. I put one square image in photopea and when I click repeat, the white lines are throughout the pattern wherever new squares were made. So basically every square has a white line around it. I wouldn’t think it would be Canva because I am just starting with a square prior to trying to make it seamless.
@@Flemishe Are you saving the file as a JPG? The compression on the edges may be causing an issue. Can you try saving your file from Canva as a PNG and then see if it works? When you view the file by itself, does it have white lines on the edges? It may be hard to see this in Photopea if the background is already white.
FYI Affinity Designer and the entire suite of Affinity tools are on sale for 50% off through August 15th 2024
Thanks for your help with photo modifications.
Thanks a lot!
Thank you so much for this very high quality tutorial Trent ! Has anyone out there had an issue finding how to increase & reduce brush sizes on an AZERTY keyboard ? The shortcut in the video doesn't seem to work for me...
Hi @thehermitsflame, thanks for watching! I don't know much about AZERTY keyboards. But you should be able to see what shortcuts are used by going to Edit -> Settings -> Shortcuts. Hope this helps!
@@TechnicallyTrent Thank you for the tip !
@hilarysutherland682, to follow up on your question: You said you deleted some of the FX options. I don't think you can permanently delete the last remaining FX option. You can click the + next to some FX options to add another one (ex: Outline) and then delete that extra one. But if there is only 1 remaining, I found that I couldn't delete it. Hope this answers your question!
for those who dont have a mouse to pan, i think navigator will help
completely false, do not believe this guy, extension installed, and still not working
Sorry to hear it didn't work. Sometimes the problem is caused by something else.
I see there is a new Export option in Affinity Photo called JPG XL. This appears to be an improved upgraded version of basic JPGs. Are you seeing a movement away from basic JPGs to the new and improved JPG XL format? Any news on this new format?
Hi Bob! Looks like JPG XL is a new addition to the JPEG standard. It seems to be backwards compatible, so I think anyone can start using it if they like without problems. But I haven't heard much talk about it or used it myself yet.
@@TechnicallyTrent Exports a *.jxl file which does not appear to be recognized by standard applications other than Affinity. It is smaller and better looking for a tiny size than regular jpgs. It is an improved version. Hopefully it becomes standard but that could take years if ever.
@@TechnicallyTrent Do a chatJPG search for more info on this new standard.
Excellent, thanks.
Oh no! I totally missed this. This is why I always use a calendar and add a reminder. At least I can watch it now 😅
Very cool video - thanks!
What are your thoughts on using Google Slides as a graphic design software? 😂
It's definitely something you can try. I used Google Slides a lot to make presentations. I've never tried it for art or designs, but it does have some basic functionality that should work. Let me know how it goes!
@@TechnicallyTrent Oh, that’s not really what I meant, Google Slides is my main design/art platform I use. Thoughts on that?
I’m looking to switch to Affinity Designer 2, so that’s why I searched for a tutorial on the software.
@@DesirousCrown84 I like Affinity Designer 2 a lot, but it really depends on your needs. One really nice thing is that Affinity now offers a 6 MONTH free trial for their software. Plus, it is really affordable even if you do buy it. My recommendation is to download the trial and give it a go for a few months :)
@@TechnicallyTrent Alright, Thanks!
Thank you! This was exactly the video I was hoping for as I move from canva to Designer
Great to hear it, @michelefrost734!
I recently found your channel. I've had Affinity for a couple years. Ive learned from different UA-cam tutorials. But since Ive been watching you I've learned so much more. Thanks
Same here!!
Thanks!
Hey sir, I want to design brand and advertising posters. Which software should I learn: Affinity Designer 2 or Affinity Photo 2?
Hi @Arff02, both would work, but probably Affinity Designer is going to be better. It has more tools related to shapes and vectors, which are used a lot in advertising and branding. It also has raster (jpg, png) tools if you need to do basic photo touch ups.
Super helpful best tutorial on how to make seamless patterns I understand how it works Pls make a video on how to market on Etsy
Thanks!
Thanks for the donation, @toijamsurajsingh5710!
Great tip!
It is incredibly awesome tutorials !!! Thank you.
Thank you for this.
Thank you. This is important enough for me to watch a few times and practice with what I am working on.
Thanks! Great tip!
Excellent, but could be even better with a more step by step approach.
I’m new to Affinity Designer 2 and this video has helped me a lot. You’re the best teacher, thank you!
Hi @saksornboonta4322, glad it was helpful!
Thanks, this is very informative
Damn it you did it! It went into my thick skull in one go! Cheers. My sub is yours.
Sooooo much easier, thank you!
Does it have a shortcut
Hi @terispro6428, are you asking about keyboard shortcuts? Yes, many of the functions have keyboard shortcuts. If you go to Edit -> Settings -> Shortcuts you can see the current shortcuts and also change them.
Please do a iPad tutorial
amazing explanations , easy to understands, big thanks, keep sharing, subscribed your channel, wish your channel grow fast.
Thanks, @indrasaputraahmadi3449, I appreciate it!
It has background when I did it use affinity from iPad Air
Hi @pickyama911, when you open the PNG separately, does it still have a background? Or is it transparent?
Hmmmm, So to reomve a lot of the AI content it would be better (For now) to try and search older items?, Seems like they should refine their search options to add in a search by date range rather than just oldest/newest, or thats my take away from this for the time being. Cheers
Hi @Golemofstone, yes, I think looking at older items would be the best way to avoid AI content if that is what you want to do. There aren't many advanced time-filtering options, but you can sort the search results by "Oldest First." Hope this helps!
I believe creators self-report when they list their images. I've noticed when im poking around in different categories, just to see what type of files i might be missing out on, there are a whole lot of mis-categorized items. My favorite is all the tumbler wrap files in the Tumblr category 😂. Anyway, if creators don't say that it's AI based, the search tool can't exclude it
Exactly, it's basically an honor-system based on the creators correctly labelling their products.
Great video. I have a couple questions. Are you familiar with the iPad version of these apps? If so, how much of your tutorials apply to them?
Hi @diglife5821, thanks for watching! I don't have a lot of experience with the iPad version of the apps. I think many of the concepts will be the same (ex: what Gradient Maps do) but the interface layout will probably be different than what I show.
You solved my problem, Trent! This is going to improve my workflow a lot. Thank you so much! I'm a subscriber now
Glad to hear it!
help, when i go to window I dont have the option "brushes"
Hi @AstroShadeOfficial, which program and OS are you using? And which version of the software? I checked on Windows and Mac with version 2.5 and it is there. I'm not sure where it would be on iPad.
@@TechnicallyTrent I'm using Affinity Photo on Windows, version 1.10.6.1665. And my Window has only Float, Float All, Dock and Dock all.
"AI content" refers to the product created & shared via Creative Fabrica's AI "Spark".
Hi @nitareed4088, I think the Spark stuff is the "Community Content". There is also a filter for that, too :)
@@TechnicallyTrent Aaah. Then I've no clue how they get away with all the AI in the search results