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How To: Create and use face based families in Revit
This CAD software tutorial covers how to make face based families, change a family category, and make voids in Revit Architecture. Face based families are pretty handy for a few reasons. a big one though is that they do delete when you erase the host object (this is not the case with wall based and floor based) families. Also face based families are easy to move around, re-host and rotate. See how to create and work with face based families in this Revit Architecture tutorial. Create and use ...
How To: Create a list of your files and folders with Notepad
Wouldn't it be great to create a list of all of the songs on your Music Folder and then be able to print it? Wouldn't you love to have a list of files and folders burned on a CD?
How To: Make web browser bookmarks with Visual Basic 2008
This video is about making a bookmark for your web browser in Visual Basic 2008.The videos begins with a simple web browser which consists of simple web components, a textbox and a go button. Pull the sides of the browser to stretch it and put in a listbox. Enlarge the listbox and use two buttons below the listbox. Enter the text for the buttons as "Enter current page" and "clear". Now go to selection explorer, double click "my project" and go to settings. Add a new setting called "Bookmarks"...
How To: Make a histogram in Minitab
This video tutorial demonstrates how to make a histogram in minitab. This is a great tutorial for beginners.
How To: Type math equations in OpenOffice Writer
In this Software video tutorial you will type math equations in Open Office Writer. Double click and open up the writer. First you got to add a button to the toolbar. For this, click on the arrow at the end of the toolbar and select 'customize toolbar'. On the window that pops up, click on 'add'. Then highlight 'insert' (on left hand side) and 'formula' (on the right hand side) and then click add > close > OK. You can now see the formula button on the toolbar. To add a mathematical equation t...
How To: Make a sine & cosine curve Rhino's Explicit history
In this Rhino video tutorial we cover how to make a sine and cosine curve with Explicit History (Grasshopper). The initial set up for this Rhino tutorial can be used to test any of the math functions. We set up a a simple interface to drive range parameters which can then connect to many of the scalar components. Get better at your math skills for modeling in Rhino with this 3D software tutorial. This Rhino video is best viewed full screen. Make a sine & cosine curve Rhino's Explicit history.
How To: Pin Applications to Task Bar Windows 8
In this Windows 8 Tutorial you will learn how to pin application to the task bar. If you work with certain programs very often it will be beneficial to pin those Windows 8 applications to your task bar in the desktop view. Once you pin an application to task bar in desktop view it will always be visible too you and with one click you will be able to launch application. Thank you for viewing our Windows 8 tutorials. If you need help with a certain area of Windows 8 and would like us to make a ...
How To: Use the align command to fix normals in modo 101
Say you have imported a mesh into modo and some of the polygon normals are inverted. Align will do it's darndest to find and rectify those errors and make your mesh complete again. Watch this 3D software tutorial and learn how to use the align command to flip the inverted polygons in modo 101 and higher.
How To: Use the freehand tool in Google SketchUp
Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to use the freehand tool in Google SketchUp. This tutorial covers how to use freehand to draw free form edges. To do this, simply click and hold the mouse button to draw with the freehand tool. Like other drawing tools, be careful not to cross over edges while drawing, and draw to and from existing edges to properly break surfaces.
How To: Mount ISO images in Windows using Daemon tools
In this video the instructor shows you how to mount ISO images. You can use your ISO images of CD or DVD with out burning them on to real disks. Using this you can play a DVD with out a DVD player. Use DVD shrink to extract the copy of ISO image from your DVD. Go to internet and install Daemon tools lite program. After installing you will see an icon in the tray which says daemon tools. Right click on it and select the Virtual Devices option for the menu. Inside it select the virtual drive yo...
How To: Add a snowy effect to your pictures in GIMP
This tutorial for GIMP users shows you how to take a basic image (preferably an outdoor one!), and then use a few effects like the dissolve layer mode, gaussian blur and motion blur to make it look like snow is falling.
How To: Recover deleted files with Easeus
This video is a tutorial showing how to recover deleted files using a free program called Easeus. Even if you have deleted a file from a USB stick or your hard drive, this program can recover them since the files have not been wiped clean. The program can be downloaded from Download.com. Search "easeus deleted file recovery" and click on "download now." Install the program after downloading. Open the program and click on the desired USB stick or hard drive and the files will be shown that can...
How To: Use shortcuts to rapidly rename tracks in Ableton Live
This audio production software tutorial will give you some tips to help with your Ableton Live workflow. Learn how to use shortcuts to rapidly rename tracks in Ableton Live. Make working in Ableton Live faster and easier with these shortcut tips.
How To: Use the basic tools of the Valve Hammer Map Editor
My first tutorial on Valve's Map Editor: This is just a quick guide to get started creating maps for Counter-Strike:Source, Half-Life2, Garry's Mod, or any other game using the Source Engine. In this tutorial, you learn the basic tools of Valve's Map Editor: Hammer.
How To: Make an optical illusion with MS Paint
Create your own optical illusion using MS Paint or other drawing software. Make an optical illusion with MS Paint.
How To: Use amazing slow downer on your Mac
This is a software demo. This Mac software allows you to play a song or music or audio track and reduce its speed without affecting the pitch. Select a guitar riff or chord sequence, loop it, and speed up or slow down that loop so it runs faster or slower, without changing the pitch. The program has some sound editing functionality, like EQ, but is mainly a tool for changing a recording's speed. Import a track from iTunes, or directly from a CD, adjust the speed, apply the optional equalizer ...
How To: Use the scale tool in Google SketchUp
Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to use the scale tool in Google SketchUp. The key into using the scale tool correctly is in the scale grips. This tutorial covers how to scale in 2d and 3d, accuracy when scaling, how to use modifier keys for more options, and paying attention to the axis when scaling.
How To: Use the Bernina digitizing software for quilting
Watch this series of videos to learn how to use the different tools and create designs in the Bernina digitizing software V.4 for quilting.
How To: Make a logo in Inkscape
This is an instructional video on how to make a logo in "Inkscape". This video is filmed from the desktop of gamerworld14 and includes oral instructions as well as a step by step guide shown in detail from the computer. In this video gamerworld14 helps you learn by using an example logo he used. This video includes everything from adding text to your logo, pictures, and resizing of the images in the logo. In this paint style program you can draw out your own images to add to your logo. In the...
How To: Model and rig a stylized dragon character in Blender 2.5
Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular 3D modeling program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this free video tutorial. For more information, including detailed instructions, take a look. Model and rig a stylized dragon character in Blender 2.5 - Part 1 of 11.
How To: Create a 3D blowing leaf animation in Blender 2.5
This clip demonstrates how to create a simple scene of blowing leaves. This technique makes good use of alpha mapped leaves, particle systems and a particle instance modifier to achieve the result. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist merely on the lookout for new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software tutorial from the folks at CG Cookie. For more information, i...
How To: Use the section tool in SketchUp
This 3D software tutorial shows you how to use the sections in SketchUp 6. Mike takes a closer look at the Section Tool and how to incorporate it into your SketchUp workflow.
How To: Rig eyes for dilation in Blender
In this Blender 2.5 video tutorial, you'll see how to use driven shape-keys to dilate the pupil of an eye. The tutorial also demonstrates how to use custom bone shapes and limiting the transformation of a bone via constraints. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist merely on the lookout for new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software tutorial from the folks at CG Co...
How To: Use an adjustment gradient in Lightroom to add focus
Sometimes there is a part of the photo that needs a little more emphasis than other bits. In this tutorial, you will learn how to use the photo editing program, Lightroom, to add focus and emphasis to certain parts of your images. Learn how to strategically darken and lighten areas of your photos to highlight whatever you choose. This clip is hosted by a professional and you will get tons of great advice.
How To: Model the Blender logo with Bézier curves
With this clip, you'll learn how to create a 3D model of the Blender of the Bézier logo in Blender! Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular 3D modeling program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this free video tutorial. For more information, including detailed instructions, take a look!
How To: Fix the Windows Vista and VLC player glitch
How to fix the VLC media player glitch that keeps it from displaying video in Windows Vista.
How To: Make a curtain in GIMP, the free Photoshop alternative
In the mood for a little digital decadence? Learn how to create red velvet drapes using the GIMP image editor. Whether you're new to GIMP or simply looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial. For more information, including step-by-step instructions on how to get started creating your own digital curtains, watch this graphic designer's guide.
How To: Use the New Features in Windows Live Messenger 2011
Microsoft has finally released Windows Live Essentials 2011, their suite of consumer applications designed to compliment Windows and compete against Apple's iLife software. Windows Live Essentials 2011 is only available for Windows Vista and Windows 7 and can be downloaded from the Windows Live website.
How To: Use Red Cine - project settings
The Red Cine Application is essential to learn if you plan on shooting with the RED ONE camera. This tutorial goes over project settings.
How To: Remove the background from images using GIMP
Found a great image you want to use for your website or blog, but don't like the background? this tutorial shows you an easy way for you to take any image in the free photo editing software GIMP and edit away the background.
How To: Create realistic reflections in GIMP
Would you like to learn how to create amazing realistic reflections using GIMP? If so then you need to watch this video. Within 4 minutes you will be making amazing reflections. You can find the source files here. Hulldo will walk you through the simple steps of creating text to make a reflection of, aligning it, creating new layers, and then creating the reflection. In a few simple steps you will have text that looks like it is casting a reflection in front of it. To do this you will first n...
How To: Play a movie in Quartz Composer
Quartz Composer can look daunting at first - here's how to get started - learn to play a movie!
How To: Burn a video_ts folder to a DVD
In this Software video tutorial you will learn how to burn a video to folder to a DVD. For this you will need the Nero program. Open up Nero and click on ‘rip and burn’. Then click on ‘burn a video disc’. This will load up Nero express. Now click ‘DVD video files’ and on the next page click ‘add’. On the next window click on ‘VIDEO_TS’ and click ‘add’ and click ‘close’. Click ‘next’ on the window that pops up. Then a disc label program loads where you can make a label for the disc. Then you g...
How To: Tune vocals in Melodyne
Correct the pitch of your vocal track with this innovative software program. Learn more about digital pitch correction in this Melodyne software tutorial from a professional recording engineer.
How To: Use the Preview Rendering feature in Blender 2.49
Preview rendering can greatly speed up your workflow by allowing you to preview your scene within the viewport, from any angle and at low resolution as opposed to rendering the full scene anytime you check your progress. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist merely on the lookout for new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software tutorial from the folks at CG Cookie. ...
How To: Create a smart movie in Pinnacle Studio
This video demonstrates how to edit a video using Pinnacle's "Studio B2" software. Once the video has been uploaded to the program, you can edit it in a number of ways using the "smartmovie" feature. For example, the program will automatically add fade transitions and special effects to your video from a list of presets which fit your movie type (e.g.: music video). You can also add music which you can chose from your own source, or some provided by the software. The software allows you to ad...
How To: Create a 3D model of Spiderman's logo using Cheetah 3D
Do you like Spider-man? Do you use Apple's Cheetah 3D to do 3D modeling? Then watch this video! It will show you how to create a 3D model of Spider-man's chest logo from the recent films using Cheetah 3D. It moves quickly and the model isn't the most detailed thing ever created, but the tips are great and should improve your modeling skills.
How To: Use Darik's Boot and Nuke (DBAN) to wipe a hard drive
Another continuation of my file carving video and selective file shredding (DOD 5220.22-M) to thwart forensics tools video, this video shows how to use Darik's Boot and Nuke (DBAN) to totally wipe a drive. DBAN is a great tool to add to your anti-forensics tool box. Use Darik's Boot and Nuke (DBAN) to wipe a hard drive.
How To: Make a bootable CD on Ubuntu
This video demonstrates how one might be able to successfully create an Ubuntu Bootable CD-ROM. The procedure described involves downloading the Ubuntu Desktop Edition Operating System image off the Ubuntu web site. In order to successfully create a usable disc, one needs to burn the image file onto a blank CD-ROM, using the Disc Utility application. Once the disc is burnt, one needs to insert the disc into one's computer, and then boot from it using the menu that pops up. If you are new to U...
How To: Group objects in Blender
Grouping in blender allows you to better oganize the objects within your scene by grouping them together. This is particularly use for complex scenes with large numbers of objects. It also allows easy selection for different types of objects at the same time. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist merely on the lookout for new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software...