Google Power Tools Bible

Picasa2 is a convenient, easy-to-use, and free image-management program you can use to take care of your photos. In this chapter, you learned how to assemble images and collections using Picasa2’s import features. After the images are cataloged, they can be stored and named according to your project requirements.

Picasa2 offers ways to correct common image issues such as sharpening and color, either automatically or by making manual adjustments. You can also use some special effects to enhance your image presentation.

You can distribute and share images in numerous ways, ranging from e-mail to burning CDs. Images can be printed or uploaded to a photo service. Picasa2 offers methods for producing special types of image products that you can share, such as movies, posters, and Web Albums.

Speaking of sharing, what about sharing information and insight with others? Read how to confer with a group of like-minded peers using Google Groups, coming up in the next chapter.