[Gimp-user] fuzzy around text

I'm new to Gimp and graphic design. I was able to create a logo with a transparent background. However, when I convert to jpg gif or png and then upload to my server (or insert into Word or PDF) it's fuzzy around the letters. Any idea what to do to keep it looking sharp and get rid of the

Re: [Gimp-user] fuzzy around text

On 28/09/2010 20:01, for...@gimpusers.com wrote: I'm new to Gimp and graphic design. I was able to create a logo with a transparent background. However, when I convert to jpg gif or png and then upload to my server (or insert into Word or PDF) it's fuzzy around the letters. Any idea what to

Re: [Gimp-user] fuzzy around text

Finally - one I may be able to answer .. Try scaling the image close to the size and resolution you expect to print _before_ you add the text. I believe the text is essentially bitmapped onto your image when you add it. If your printing implies a substantial enlargement you may be looking at

Re: [Gimp-user] fuzzy around text

On 09/28/2010 05:11 PM, John Mills wrote: Finally - one I may be able to answer .. Try scaling the image close to the size and resolution you expect to print _before_ you add the text. I believe the text is essentially bitmapped onto your image when you add it. If your printing implies a

Re: [Gimp-user] Drawing a notice board

Chris Mohler cr33...@gmail.com writes: On Sat, Sep 25, 2010 at 2:49 PM, Paulo J. Matos pocma...@gmail.com wrote: I guess the harder part seems to be doing the cork part realistically. Any tips? Maybe check a texture site for a tileable image? A quick search turned up this:

Re: [Gimp-user] fuzzy around text

I'm new to Gimp and graphic design. I was able to create a logo with a transparent background. However, when I convert to jpg gif or png and then upload to my server (or insert into Word or PDF) it's fuzzy around the letters. Scaling is one reason for the fuzziness, the second is compression.

Re: [Gimp-user] fuzzy around text

On 28/09/2010 23:43, Josh Bialkowski wrote: I'm new to Gimp and graphic design. I was able to create a logo with a transparent background. However, when I convert to jpg gif or png and then upload to my server (or insert into Word or PDF) it's fuzzy around the letters. Scaling is one reason

[Gimp-user] Can't scale photo

I am trying to use the scale tool to enlarge a photo. When I increase the size the photo enlarges, but when I click the scale button to photo goes back to the original size and there is now extra white space. What could I be doing wrong? -- DJAustin (via gimpusers.com)