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 | Can I import bitmaps into Xara 3D? |  |
| Bitmap images (JPEG/GIF/BMP/PNG files) can only be imported into Xara3D for use as backgrounds, or as texture fills for 3D objects.Bitmap or raster graphics consist of many colored pixels without any information to define the shape |
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| The error 'failed to create WebFileUpdater object' is displayed when running Xara3D. |  |
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The following article relates to Xara 3D version 6Login to an account on your PC that has admin access. Select start followed by run. Enter regsvr32 "C:\Program Files\Common Files\Xara\WebFileUpdater |
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| My image animates OK in Xara3D, but not on my web page. | |
| Xara3D offers two types of GIF support - static GIF and animated GIF. Make sure you have exported your animation using the 'Export animation' option in the File menu.Please also ensure animations are enabled within your browser set |
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| Can Xara X, CorelXARA or Webster accept native .X3D files from Xara3D? | |
| With Xara X1/Xtreme and Xara3D 6 it is possible to cut and paste between the two programs. Otherwise we recommend you export PNG files from Xara3D, preferably transparent 32-bit alpha PNG files for the best resu |
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| How do I control the size of the 3D objects in Xara3D? | |
| There are several different ways to set the size of a Xara3D image. You can find full information on this topic in the help - check on Help, Xara3D help and either browse the help or use the search/index feature. |
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| Can I apply a texture to my image in Xara3D? | |
| Xara 3D allows you to use a texture either as a background or applied to your graphic.There is a large collection of textures supplied with Xara3D but you can also use any from your own collection. To apply a texture, go to |
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| Can I create 3D logos in Xara3D? | |
| Xara3D can create headings from TrueType fonts, or from imported Windows metafiles (WMF/EMF) and/or Xara Xtreme/Webster files (XAR/WEB). So to create a 3D representation of a logo you can either create the logo shape in Xara Xtreme |
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| Why does my exported Xara3D image look all jaggy around the edges? | |
| The edges of an exported transparent GIF are anti-aliased to the background color. This smoothes the edges of the GIF when it is displayed against that color. However, it also means th |
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| How do I save an animated GIF from Xara3D? | |
| Xara3D 1: GIFs and animated GIFs are actually separate export types. To save as an animated GIF, choose 'Animated GIF (*.gif)' from the 'Save as type:' drop-down menu in the export dialog box.Xara3D |
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| 'Save as...' only gives me the option to save an .X3D file. How do I save a GIF, JPEG etc from Xara3D? | |
| 'Save as...' is for saving a Xara3D file in Xara3D's native format. In order to save as a bitmap (such as a GIF or JPEG), you should use 'Export...' or for an animation 'Export Animation' in the file menu.The reason for this is to |
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| How do I remove the 'Demo' background from the trial version of Xara3D 6? | |
| The demo watermark remains fixed in the trial version of Xara 3D 6. You can still change the color or use a texture for the background but the background is always overlaid with the watermark. Once you have purchased the watermark will disapp |
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| I am unable to view screensavers on my PC running Windows XP | |
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Microsoft stopped distributing the indeo codec when they released Windows XP service pack 1. The last free version 5.11 (as opposed to Indigo XP, which is being sold on the Ligos Web site www.ligos.com ) |
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| Xara3D will not import a WMF file and extrude it, erroring with 'no vectors found (etc)'. | |
| Xara3D is a vector program and will not produce 3D images from bitmaps, even if they are contained within WMF or EMF or .XAR files. If you create WMF/XAR files using the line/curve/freehand tools of almost all vector packages, the files w |
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| Can I export with a transparent background in Xara3D? | |
| Both the GIF and PNG file formats support background transparency in Xara3D. Transparency makes background areas not covered by the Xara3D image transparent, so you see the web page background in these areas. Simply check the "Transparent" op |
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| Printing GIF/JPEG/PNG files created by Xara3D results in poor quality results | |
| Xara3D is primarily intended to create images for use on webpages or other on-screen presentations and so the output resolution of GIF and JPEG images is set to the screen resolution of 96dpi, a little too low for satisfactory print outpu |
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| I am having problems using Arabic letters in Xara3D. | |
| Set your locale to Arabic and ensure you have Arabic fonts installed. This should allow you to enter Arabic characters. |
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| Are there any restrictions on the use of graphics created with Xara software? | |
| The license terms may vary from version to version and so we recommend that you check the license terms in the product, which you will find in the help (search on license if you cannot see the link on the welcome page).Note these terms ap |
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| How do I change the default document in Xara 3D Maker? | |
| Deleting the default textSelect all text with a Ctrl A and hit delete.Type in your own text.Note: you can switch between plain text headings, buttons, headings with backgrounds or borders by clicking on the icons at the bottom of |
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| The error 'Xara3D has failed and no image can currently be displayed. Try undoing any recent changes you have made' is displayed in Xara3D. | |
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Xara 3D Maker 7 runs regardless of whether the program's executable has been added to the DEP Exception list. The following article relates to Xara3D Version 6The error 'Xara3D has failed and no image can curren |
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| Xara3D fails to open my Xara3D file. | |
| Please submit a support request using the Submit Ticket option on the support home page, attaching the x3d file to your support request. This will allow us to review the file and determine the cause of the problem. |
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| Xara3D locks up when clicking on the design picker. | |
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This behaviour has been reported following problems with NVIDIA graphics software. Re-installing the NVIDIA graphics board software prevented this behaviour from occurring. |
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| The message: Failed to load language module. The program will now terminate. | |
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The message: "Failed to load language
module. The program will now terminate" can be displayed when running
Xara3D 5. In the event of this error, please delete the X3D 5 shortcut
from the desktop and run Xara3D 5 from the program files men |
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| How can I create a spinning coin in Xara 3D? | |
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Instructions on achieving this can be viewed in the following thread in the TalkGraphics forum:http://www.talkgraphics.com/showthread.php?t=14417 |
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| Can I animate individual characters in Xara3D? | |
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Use the character selection tool - the one that looks like an 'I' next to the animate button.
Select the letters you do not want to rotate and untick the animate text box.
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| What is the character limit in Xara3D | |
| Xara3D limits you to inserting 167 characters including spaces
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| How do I download the full version of Xara3D 6 | |
| The full version of the program is available from within your account.Please login to http://xara.comOnce logged in, scroll to the bottom where you will see a link beginning with 'For Xara Modules...'Click on this link to go to you |
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| How do I upload files to Xara Support? | |
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Sign in to your Xara account at http://support.xara.com and click the link labelled Submit a Ticket. Select the required department and click on |
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