User Guide

ARCSOFT SHOWBIZ DVD 2.1
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ADDING TEXT EFFECTS
Just like the pros, you can add scrolling text effects to your movies. In fact, you can choose from a variety of
effects to add to your text. Click on the Text tab to get started.
Start off by choosing the text style. There are two categories: Simple and Fancy. Simply click the style you want,
then click-and-drag the text style you want to the Timeline. A new window will appear, allowing you to enter in the
text, modify the font, etc.
Okay, so, all you need to do is double-click within the text box and modify the text that's already there. You can
alter the text style by choosing a new one on the right side. You can add a new text string by clicking anywhere
outside the existing text box. You can add multiple strings, and have each one use a different font and style. The
Scroll checkbox and corresponding buttons let you add motion to the text. When you're content with your text,
click OK. You can then add/alter a text effect. Choose the Effect category that you want, then click and drag the
effect directly over one of the effects on either side of the newly added text on the Timeline. You can use a
different effect for when text appears and disappears. Below shows a sample of a Timeline with an added text
effect.
Both the text and its related effects can be modified. Simply click on the desired component and look at the
available options that appear. You can adjust the display time for the text. Depending on the effect, you may be
able to adjust the display time in addition to specific effect properties. For example, if you chose a motion effect,
you can choose the direction of the text movement. By the way, you've saved your project, right?