If you use Articulate Storyline, you may well have used photographic characters, which let you insert a headshot or other cut-out photo of a person:
Even if you use PowerPoint, you might’ve inserted a very similar portrait photo with no background, as they’re available from many suppliers (like Elearning Art, Elearning Brothers, and Articulate Global itself).
This 2½-minute video shows you a quick, built-in way to give a photo like that a realistic background, so it looks like it was taken in an office.
Your turn
What comments or tips do you have for using photographic characters (cutout photos) in Storyline or PowerPoint? Please let us know in the comments or to @RemotePoss on Twitter.
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Thank you for providing a quick, thorough tutorial on how to enhance pictures. Adding the gradient fill gives the photo a more appealing look.
Evette
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Hi Evette, and welcome to the blog! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment, and feel free to ask a question or start a discussion anytime about Storyline or elearning.
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