*** FLAG IN A FLASH ***
Enjoy our Free Patriotic Photoshop Template for Memorial Day, Independence Day/4th of July, Veteran’s Day and beyond.
This is a very special freebie for Photoshop and Elements called “Flag in a Flash.” It was first introduced four years ago as a Photoshop action. We are bringing it back this year, but as a .PSD layered Photoshop file. Photographers and scrapbookers on older Photoshop versions and all Elements users can enjoy it too. The flag collage template is 20×20 at 300 pixels per inch. It can be resized for any square dimensions including for the web. It is perfect for framing, printing on canvas, or for use in scrapbook albums.
This template will work in all recent versions of Photoshop CS, CS2, CS3, CS4, CS5, and CS6. Additionally it will work in Elements 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.
Just VISIT US ON FACEBOOK to download the template, unzip the file, and open the .PDF file as you would a photo. We did not make a video for this, but watch the video on using our free Timeline Templates if you need to learn how to add photos to the built in clipping masks. The concept is the same.
Customize the template:
Enjoy the template. Please PIN it and share on Facebook if you like this.
If the “talking about this” number on your Facebook business page, bothers you, as it does us, learn how to hide it now.
When Facebook forced all business pages to the Timeline layout at the end of March 2012, some loved it, many hated it, and others were indifferent. While there are certain pros for companies, there are also many cons.
One huge frustration is the visibility of the “talking about this” number.
It shows on business pages directly below the Timeline cover photo. The concept is similar to Google Analytics – a way to track success with specific posts on Facebook. Having access to your stats can help you decide what works best for your page. But, you may not want your customers or competitors seeing any of your private data. As of now, Facebook has not given you a choice. Everyone sees how many are “talking about you.” I still do not completely understand the math behind the number, Facebook says the number comes from “sharing, liking, or commenting on your post, answering a question, or responding to an event.”
Since its inception, the calculation has remained unclear. Regardless, seeing the MCP “Talking About This” number bounce from 2,500 to 4,000 to 6,000 and back to 2,500 in a matter of days, stresses me out. I am keenly aware that, even with high numbers, competitors and customers may analyze or draw conclusions from a number that, in my opinion, they should not have access to. My solution is easy – Facebook should allow each business page to decide if that number is visible. Instead, with no privacy controls, many are looking for another way to hide it.
I searched the Internet and found no “how-to.” Then I played around this past week until I figured it out. The answer is simple, though I would still prefer control over this without needing to alter the type of page I own. Community pages do not show this number on the Timeline. So rather than “claiming” to be an official page, you can classify your page as a “community” page of something else. There are problems with this too, and I am not sure which route we will go – hide as a community page or keep the number showing as an official business page (since that is truly what we are). I wish we could hide it and stay a regular business page – anyone at Facebook reading this?
Here’s how you can hide your number on the front of your Timeline (or until Facebook makes more changes):
Two notes:
* This system is not perfect. The number still shows in the search bar, but not directly on your page.
** Disclaimer – Facebook may change this at any time. MCP Actions is not responsible for changes you make to your page or you changing your desigation to a community page. It appears to work the same, but we make no guarantees. We have sent numerous emails to Facebook to ask about getting rid of this number and about the current status of pages and insights. We received no reply.
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If you found this helpful, please PIN the graphic, and make sure to “like” and “share” this post. If you have thoughts you wish to express about the “talking about number” enter them in the comment section below.
Introducing the Quick Clicks Collection for Lightroom 4!
We’ve completely re-worked our Quick Clicks Collection presets so you can enhance your photos in Lightroom 4. The best news is that the LR4 version works on both RAW and JPG images. Going forward, when you buy, you will get the presets for LR 2-4 with every purchase at no additional charge. Additionally, you’ll have all the tools you need to edit every photo, regardless of file type.
Because we value customer service, we are offering our Lightroom 4 presets as a complimentary upgrade to anyone who bought Quick Clicks Collection for Lightroom 2 and 3.
Upgrading your presets is easy. Just log on to your account at MCP Actions. Then go to your account – then to the “My Downloadable Products on the left side. Re-download the Lightroom 2 and 3 presets. Lightroom 4 presets will be in the zip file too. Make sure to read the installation instructions. If you need assistance, check the FAQs here.
Additional notes:
- We’ve added five brand new preset sections inside the Finishing Enhancers of the Quick Clicks Collection. These allow you to get even more out of your color edits, from rich color pops to vibrant skies.
- One of the many benefits of Lightroom 4 is that you no longer need separate presets for RAW and JPG photos. So, regardless of which set you purchased originally, you’ll be able to use your new presets on all files types.
And what if you haven’t purchased this Lightroom preset collection yet? Start by reading the product reviews to see what others think about this collection of nearly 300 presets. If you still need convincing, download our Free Mini Quick Clicks on our Site or on our Facebook Page.
And when you’re ready to slash your editing time with the Quick Clicks Collection, purchase the presets here.
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