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How To use Darkroom for any size business
This article will outline some of the more popular uses for Darkroom Core and Pro. Darkroom is a flexible application and can be used as a building block for a wide variety of workflows. Below are diagrams of just a few of the possible configurations for...
What Photo Edits will save as an attribute?
When editing a photo you can save your settings as an attribute bookmark so you can use it again on other photos. However, there are certain edit tools that cannot be saved as an attribute. These options are accessed in the Photo Workshop of Darkroom. If you save an...
How To configure a Noritsu printer
This article will describe how to setup a Noritsu printer for use Darkroom Pro and AE. Go to the Setup Tab Select Printer Options Select All Supported Printers Double-click NORITSU 2901/3001/3011/3101/31PRO/3201/DDP-411 (NETORDER) In the OPTIONS tab, check the box to...
How To “do it yourself” Green Screen Backdrops
There are numerous options available for those photographers who wish to shoot with green screen. These options range from low cost, do-it-yourself green screen backdrops, to higher end implementsdesigned for the professional photographer by an outside company. When...
Requirements for Each Type of Photo CD Within Darkroom Assembly
This article contains requirements needed for each type of Photo CD in Darkroom Assembley/School & Group. Express Digital Darkroom Assembley and School & Group provide 9 different types of photo CDs you can create for your specific school or job. Below are...
How To use the Fuji S5 with barcode support
This article contains troubleshooting tips for using a barcode scanner and the Fuji S5 in ExpressDigital software. The new Fuji S5 is the only camera supported at this time with the ability to merge barcode data into the EXIF data of the images shot with the camera....
How To set up multiple printers in Darkroom
This article will explain how to set up and use multi printers in both Darkroom Core and Pro to increase capacity and speed.Core 1. First, install the Windows driver for your printer, connect the first printer and confirm that it works.2. Connect the second printer of...
How To create a Template/Border with a Logo
This article contains information on creating a border with your Darkoom software that contains your business logo. Since borders can be applies to photos, a border with your logo will show up on top of the photo. This can be used for branding, copyrighting, or copy...
How To add templates to Darkroom
This article contains information on adding templates to your Darkroom software. In Darkroom you are able to add third party templates to the software; you can also add templates that you have created outside of Darkroom software. Requirements: You must be using ...
How To bring back the make editable dialog box
This article explains how to re-enable the make editable dialog box once it has been turned off. ***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** This article contains information about modifying the registry. Before you modify the registry, make sure to back it up and make sure that you...
How To create a green screen border
This article contains step-by-step instructions on how to create a greenscreen border in Darkroom Software. Requirements You must be using Darkroom Core (version 9.0 or greater), Darkroom Professional, Darkroom Assembly Edition. Note: versions of Darkroom Core...
How To use Darkroom Shortcut Keys
Here are the most common shortcut keys listed by workspace. You can find a complete list in the User guide. Photo Library Shortcut Keys Key Description + Increase Thumbnail size – Decrease Thumbnail Size 0 Order “A La Carte” item 1 through 9 Add package number to Cart...
How To add calendar templates for the new year
This article explains how to add calendar templates for the current or next year to Darkroom Software. 1. Download the template files. Files for the current calendar year can be downloaded from the following Link. Calendars2. Open the Darkroom software.3. Minimize the...
How To add a Windows printer
Darkroom Pro includes built in drivers for most popular photo printers. If you do not see your printer listed, but have Windows drivers for it, you can still use the printer with Darkroom software if you set it up as a Windows printer. 1. Open your Darkroom...
How To apply attributes to selected photos
When editing a photo, you can save certain settings as an attribute so that those settings can be reused again on other photos. These options are accessed in the Photo Workshop of Darkroom. The only options in the Photo Workshop are “Apply to All in catalog” or “Apply...
How To add overlays to your proof sheets
This article contains information on creating and adding overlays to your Proof Sheet in your Darkoom software. Requirements: You must be using Darkroom Professional, Darkroom Assembly or Darkroom Core. Create your overaly graphic in a graphics editing program that...
How To create and use a mask
This article contains information on using masks for Darkroom borders. Masks are custom shapes that are used to show or hide effects in Darkroom borders. The mask covers up certain parts of the effect. For instance, a mask could be used to create a vignette effect....
How To save photos out of Darkroom as files
This article contains information on saving a file out of Darkroom. There are two methods when you need to save files out of Darkroom. Method 1 is for those users who only need to save one or two files at a time. Method 2 is for those users who need to save batches or...
How To send images to Facebook from Darkroom 9.1
This article shows you how to use Darkroom 9.1’s email capabilities to post directly to a Facebook page using Facebook’s mobile upload feature. A video tutorial of these instructions is available at the bottom of the page. RequirementsDarkroom 9.1, an internet...
How To change Darkroom’s virtual drive from X: to another letter
Darkroom uses the drive X: as the reference drive. All data files used in Darkroom have an address that starts with X:. The X: drive does not exist in the same sense as your C: drive or your D:drive. It is in reality a shortcut to the folder where all of your Darkroom...