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ABOUT THE SOFTWARE

Title :  Image Inc.
Version : 1.2
Date : May 2010

The purpose of this utility is to blend existing images in a very fast and easy way, using a layer mask for transparency. The process is simple ... load the base picture followed by a top layer image, then add a mask and the program automatically merges everything together. Ideal for anyone who doesn't want to use a major graphics application for this task.

A few gradient masks are provided within the program to get you started, but you cannot create any new masks directly. You can however import more images into the transparency layer. 20 sample *.jpg files are included, or you can create your own masks using any graphics program of your choice.


FEATURE OVERVIEW

* Compact, fast and easy to use
* Floating palettes with extra options
* 26 different Blend modes on top layer
* Opacity slider on the top layer
* Tiled mode on top layer
* Gradient presets on mask layer
* Rotate and Flip options on all layers
* Convert to Grayscale on all layers
* Invert colours on all layers
* Flatten and transfer to Base image
* Copy image to Clipboard
* Save merged image in *.jpg format
* Loading of additional graphics formats
* Zoom and pan feature using mouse


WHAT'S NEW?

Version 1.2 has been recompiled with a new interface design. It uses a different image component for the viewing, which allows better zoom and pan features. When loading a new base image it will automatically shrink to fit the window size (if larger), but you can quickly zoom in or out using the mouse wheel. There are also two quick zoom buttons at the top to reset the view to either "fit" or "100%" size. The program now also saves JPEG files instead of the original *.bmp format.
  

PRODUCT CONTENTS

ImageInc.exe - Image Inc. application
Readme.txt - This text file

[Masks Folder]

*.jpg - A selection of transparency masks


LICENSE AGREEMENT

This program is FREEWARE. You may install it on as many computers as you want! You may use it without any charge for both personal and commercial work. While every effort has been made to ensure the compatibility and stability of this application, no warranty is given on its use. Cybia is NOT liable for any damage or loss of data resulting from the use of this software.

All resources are Copyright © S.W.Upham 2006-2010. This agreement does NOT grant you any intellectual property rights in the software.


DISTRIBUTION

If you wish to host this utility on a website or include it on a CD compilation (i.e. magazine cover CD), then please contact me first for permission. All setup file contents MUST remain intact and unmodified for distribution purposes, thank you.


SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

XP, Vista or Windows 7
plus suitable images or texture maps


INSTALLATION

1. If you have a previous version of Image Inc. installed, please uninstall first.

2. Run the ImageInc-Setup.exe file and follow the instructions

3. Install the files to a suitable folder on your hard drive
   for example ... C:\Cybia\ImageInc

4. Click on the "Image Inc." item in your start menu to run the program
   or double-click the icon on the desktop if you created one during setup

To uninstall the program, click the "Uninstall Image Inc." item in your start menu.


MORE RESOURCES ONLINE

If you enjoy using Image Inc. then be sure to visit the Cybia website and download some of the other software and resources available at : http://www.cybia.co.uk


VERSION HISTORY

May 2010

* Version 1.2 released
* New interface design
* New image component used
* Automatic shrink-to-fit
* Better zoom/pan feature
* ability to save in *.jpg format
* User guide removed (for now!)

January 2008

* Version 1.1 released
* Minor display/refresh bug fix
* Removed unused library component
* Tested on Windows Vista
* User guide converted to PDF format

April (late) 2006

* Version 1.0 of full edition released
* (to replace the Limited Edition)
* Extra features added and minor bug fixes

April (early) 2006

* Version 1.0 of original LE version released

February/March 2006

* Development and beta testing of initial program ideas
