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Summary: Photoshop Elements 6 The Missing Manual
Comment: I found Elements 6 software very difficult to understand based on the written instructions that came with it. I purchased this book and simply waited until it arrived to use the software. I found the book so far to be very good in working through the various processes of photo editing. I have not yet tried the organizer, share, or create tools.
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Summary: Photoshop Elements MUST BUY!!!
Comment: Another outstanding book in the "Missing Manual" line. Barbara Brundage makes Photoshop Elements 6 not only easy to use, but also a whole lot of fun!! Adobe has many applications that are downright intimidating to many users out there, and it's very refreshing that "Photoshop Elements 6: The Missing Manual" was created. From covering the basics of how to get around the Elements application, the author starts of with the basics of getting your images onto your computer, and the most simple of effects like rotation and cropping. From there, she discusses the all-important topic of layers and basic image retouching so you can take your digital images and make them go from good to GREAT!!! Continuing on with a look at filters and how to get your images printed so they look beautiful and/or posting them to the web or emailing them, this guide is perfect for all new Photoshop Elements users who want to get their feet web on the way to becoming an Elements super user.
I cannot recommend this book highly enough. While it's a little bit more expensive than other books in the "Missing Manual" line, the price should NOT be a factor in your decision making. If you are looking for a book that will assist in your knowledge of learning how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 you have come to the right place. If you want to learn more about what is included in the newest release of this outstanding application, look no further. If just want to read an entertaining book and expand your knowledge of how to work with digital imagery so you can make your images look better than ever, again you will NOT be disappointed.
This is the way all books should be written: clearly, simply, and enjoyable.
***** HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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Summary: Somewhat disappointing
Comment: I bought this book largely on the strength of the reviews on this site. The book isn't bad, but I am amazed at how many editing errors there are -- in the first week I had the book, I had found at least 5 erroneous page cross-references.
This editing problem is particularly annoying since the author uses frequent cross-references to amplify or explain the subject matter of the page on which the cross-reference is made. I found myself repeatedly having to search for the cross-referenced material and writing the correct reference in my copy so I wouldn't have to search the next time.
Interestingly enough, I found many helpful and clear explanations of what look like important, fundamental Elements techniques in another book I purchased, Top 100 Simplified Tips & Tricks - Digital Photography, a book I bought without expecting any tips that were specific to Elements. I suppose "The Missing Manual" is intended to be a comprehensive discussion of Elements, even arcane and what seem to be almost useless aspects of the program, but at times I got the feeling that relatively minor matters were covered in the same depth as important techniques.
I suspect that after I am more accustomed to using Elements I will conclude that this in depth guide is indispensable, but it isn't particularly new-Elements user friendly.
I do think this book is helpful and it is a very detailed resource, but it does annoy me that it is poorly edited.
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Summary: Confusing and poorly written
Comment: I have recently received this book and am not impressed. I purchased it to be a quick reference for the Photoshop program, but so far have found it to be confusing and poorly written. The explanations are not easily understood and in some cases, even when followed step-by-step, do not achieve the results promised. I believe that a lot more screen shots would have helped explain the various functions. I could not recommend this book to anyone.
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Summary: One of the best.
Comment: In the 25+ years I've been working with PCs I've read my share of manuals and third-party reference and how-to books. I'm just learning PE6 and I rate Barbara Brundage's book in the top five: its well organized, very detailed, and easy to follow.
I've noticed that some of the other reviewers think there is not enough material dedicated to the Organizer module. Personally I found the information on the subject to be adequate. Besides, I purchased this book to learn how to use the powerful editing features of PE6 and as far as I'm concerned it does this very, very well.
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