GIF Editor User Guide for Customers
Welcome to the **GIF Editor**, a fun and easy-to-use tool for creating and customizing animated GIFs directly on website! This guide is designed to help you get started and make the most of the editor’s features, whether you’re adding GIFs, text, emojis, or animations. No technical skills are required!
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GIF Editor User Guide for Customers
Welcome to the **GIF Editor**, a fun and easy-to-use tool for creating and customizing animated GIFs directly on your WordPress website! This guide is designed to help you get started and make the most of the editor’s features, whether you’re adding GIFs, text, emojis, or animations. No technical skills are required!
## What is the GIF Editor?
The GIF Editor is a WordPress plugin that lets you:
– Search for GIFs .
– Add text, emojis, and animations to GIFs.
– Customize and save your creations as GIFs, PNGs, JPGs, or WEBP images.
## Getting Started
**Access the Editor**:
– Visit the page on the website where the GIF Editor is embedded (you’ll see a canvas, search bar, and buttons).
**Requirements**:
– Use a modern browser like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
– Ensure you have an internet connection to load GIFs and features.
## How to Use the GIF Editor
### 1. **Search for GIFs**
– **Find a GIF**:
– Enter a keyword (e.g., “funny cat”) in the **Search GIFs** bar at the top.
– Click the **Search** button or press **Enter**.
– **Browse Results**:
– GIFs will appear below the canvas in the **GIF Search Results** section.
– Scroll down to load more GIFs automatically.
– **Add a GIF to the Canvas**:
– Hover over a GIF and click the **+ Add to Canvas** button.
– The GIF will appear on the canvas, ready for editing.
### 2. **Add and Edit Text**
– **Add Text**:
– Click the **Add Text** button in the toolbar.
– A default text (“Double click to edit”) appears on the canvas.
– **Edit Text**:
– Double-click the text to change it. Enter your desired text in the prompt and click **OK**.
– **Customize Text**:
– **Font**: Choose a font (e.g., Arial, Roboto, Lobster) from the **Font** dropdown.
– **Size**: Adjust the text size using the **Size** slider (10–100).
– **Color**: Pick a color using the **Color** picker.
– **Animation**: Select an animation (e.g., Rainbow, Bounce, Fire) from the **Text Animation** dropdown to make your text move or change dynamically.
### 3. **Add and Customize Emojis**
– **Add an Emoji**:
– Click the **Add Emoji** button in the toolbar.
– A pop-up emoji picker will appear. Click an emoji to add it to the canvas.
– **Customize Emoji**:
– **Size**: Adjust the emoji size using the **Size** slider.
– **Color**: Change the emoji color with the **Color** picker.
– **Animation**: Choose an animation (e.g., Spin, Wobble) from the **Emoji Animation** dropdown.
### 4. **Import Your Own GIF**
– **Upload a GIF**:
– Click the **Import GIF** button.
– Select a `.gif` file from your device.
– The GIF will appear on the canvas for editing.
### 5. **Edit Elements on the Canvas**
– **Move Elements**:
– Click and drag any GIF, text, or emoji to reposition it.
– **Resize or Rotate**:
– Click an element to select it (a blue border with corner handles appears).
– Drag the corner handles to resize or rotate the element.
– **Delete Elements**:
– Select an element and press the **Delete** or **Backspace** key, or right-click and select **Remove**.
– **Layering**:
– Use the **To Back** button to move an element behind others.
– Use the **To Front** button to bring an element to the front.
### 6. **Undo and Redo Changes**
– **Undo**: Click the **Undo** button to revert the last action.
– **Redo**: Click the **Redo** button to restore an undone action.
### 7. **Clear the Canvas**
– Click the **Clear Canvas** button to remove all elements and start over. Confirm when prompted.
### 8. **Save Your Creation**
– **Save as GIF**:
– Click **Save GIF** to download an animated GIF with all animations preserved.
– **Save as PNG**:
– Click **Save PNG** to download a static image with a transparent background.
– **Save as JPG**:
– Click **Save JPG** to download a static image with a white background (high-quality, 300 DPI).
– **Save as WEBP**:
– Click **Save WEBP** to download a static image with a transparent background (optimized for web).
## Tips for Best Results
– **Start Simple**: Begin with one GIF and add text or emojis gradually.
– **Experiment with Animations**: Try different text and emoji animations to make your GIF stand out.
– **Check Canvas Size**: Ensure elements fit within the canvas to avoid cropping when saving.
– **Test Your GIF**: After saving, view the GIF to confirm animations work as expected.
– **Clear Canvas if Needed**: Don’t hesitate to clear and start over if the canvas gets cluttered.
## Troubleshooting
– **Editor Doesn’t Load**:
– Check your internet connection and refresh the page.
– Ensure your browser is up to date.
– **GIFs Don’t Load**:
– Try a different search term or check your connection.
– **Animations Not Working**:
– Ensure you’ve selected an animation from the **Text Animation** or **Emoji Animation** dropdown.
– Save as GIF to preserve animations (PNG, JPG, and WEBP are static).
– **Error Messages**:
– Follow the on-screen message (e.g., “Canvas is empty” means you need to add elements).
– If errors persist, contact the website administrator.
## Frequently Asked Questions
**Q: Can I use my own GIFs?**
A: Yes! Click **Import GIF** to upload a `.gif` file from your device.
**Q: Why do animations only appear in GIFs?**
A: Animations are only supported in the GIF format. PNG, JPG, and WEBP exports are static images.
**Q: How many elements can I add to the canvas?**
A: There’s no strict limit, but adding too many elements may slow down the editor. Keep it to a reasonable number for best performance.
**Q: Can I edit a saved GIF?**
A: You’ll need to restart the process in the editor. Save your work frequently using **Undo**/**Redo** to avoid losing progress.
## Contact Support
If you encounter issues or have questions, contact the website administrator or support team for assistance. Enjoy creating your custom GIFs with the Giphy Editor!
*Last Updated: April 17, 2025*
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The Giphy Editor is a WordPress plugin that lets you:
– Search for GIFs using the GIPHY library.
– Add text, emojis, and animations to GIFs.
– Customize and save your creations as GIFs, PNGs, JPGs, or WEBP images.
## Getting Started
**Access the Editor**:
– Visit the page on the website where the Giphy Editor is embedded (you’ll see a canvas, search bar, and buttons).
– If you don’t see the editor, contact the website administrator to ensure the `
Click on a GIF below to add it to the canvas
Drag to move, right-click or press Delete to remove, drag corners to resize/rotate text/emojis/GIFs
GIF Search Results
**Requirements**:
– Use a modern browser like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
– Ensure you have an internet connection to load GIFs and features.
## How to Use the Giphy Editor
### 1. **Search for GIFs**
– **Find a GIF**:
– Enter a keyword (e.g., “funny cat”) in the **Search GIFs** bar at the top.
– Click the **Search** button or press **Enter**.
– **Browse Results**:
– GIFs will appear below the canvas in the **GIF Search Results** section.
– Scroll down to load more GIFs automatically.
– **Add a GIF to the Canvas**:
– Hover over a GIF and click the **+ Add to Canvas** button.
– The GIF will appear on the canvas, ready for editing.
### 2. **Add and Edit Text**
– **Add Text**:
– Click the **Add Text** button in the toolbar.
– A default text (“Double click to edit”) appears on the canvas.
– **Edit Text**:
– Double-click the text to change it. Enter your desired text in the prompt and click **OK**.
– **Customize Text**:
– **Font**: Choose a font (e.g., Arial, Roboto, Lobster) from the **Font** dropdown.
– **Size**: Adjust the text size using the **Size** slider (10–100).
– **Color**: Pick a color using the **Color** picker.
– **Animation**: Select an animation (e.g., Rainbow, Bounce, Fire) from the **Text Animation** dropdown to make your text move or change dynamically.
### 3. **Add and Customize Emojis**
– **Add an Emoji**:
– Click the **Add Emoji** button in the toolbar.
– A pop-up emoji picker will appear. Click an emoji to add it to the canvas.
– **Customize Emoji**:
– **Size**: Adjust the emoji size using the **Size** slider.
– **Color**: Change the emoji color with the **Color** picker.
– **Animation**: Choose an animation (e.g., Spin, Wobble) from the **Emoji Animation** dropdown.
### 4. **Import Your Own GIF**
– **Upload a GIF**:
– Click the **Import GIF** button.
– Select a `.gif` file from your device.
– The GIF will appear on the canvas for editing.
### 5. **Edit Elements on the Canvas**
– **Move Elements**:
– Click and drag any GIF, text, or emoji to reposition it.
– **Resize or Rotate**:
– Click an element to select it (a blue border with corner handles appears).
– Drag the corner handles to resize or rotate the element.
– **Delete Elements**:
– Select an element and press the **Delete** or **Backspace** key, or right-click and select **Remove**.
– **Layering**:
– Use the **To Back** button to move an element behind others.
– Use the **To Front** button to bring an element to the front.
### 6. **Undo and Redo Changes**
– **Undo**: Click the **Undo** button to revert the last action.
– **Redo**: Click the **Redo** button to restore an undone action.
### 7. **Clear the Canvas**
– Click the **Clear Canvas** button to remove all elements and start over. Confirm when prompted.
### 8. **Save Your Creation**
– **Save as GIF**:
– Click **Save GIF** to download an animated GIF with all animations preserved.
– **Save as PNG**:
– Click **Save PNG** to download a static image with a transparent background.
– **Save as JPG**:
– Click **Save JPG** to download a static image with a white background (high-quality, 300 DPI).
– **Save as WEBP**:
– Click **Save WEBP** to download a static image with a transparent background (optimized for web).
## Tips for Best Results
– **Start Simple**: Begin with one GIF and add text or emojis gradually.
– **Experiment with Animations**: Try different text and emoji animations to make your GIF stand out.
– **Check Canvas Size**: Ensure elements fit within the canvas to avoid cropping when saving.
– **Test Your GIF**: After saving, view the GIF to confirm animations work as expected.
– **Clear Canvas if Needed**: Don’t hesitate to clear and start over if the canvas gets cluttered.
## Troubleshooting
– **Editor Doesn’t Load**:
– Check your internet connection and refresh the page.
– Ensure your browser is up to date.
– **GIFs Don’t Load**:
– Try a different search term or check your connection.
– **Animations Not Working**:
– Ensure you’ve selected an animation from the **Text Animation** or **Emoji Animation** dropdown.
– Save as GIF to preserve animations (PNG, JPG, and WEBP are static).
– **Error Messages**:
– Follow the on-screen message (e.g., “Canvas is empty” means you need to add elements).
– If errors persist, contact the website administrator.
## Frequently Asked Questions
**Q: Can I use my own GIFs?**
A: Yes! Click **Import GIF** to upload a `.gif` file from your device.
**Q: Why do animations only appear in GIFs?**
A: Animations are only supported in the GIF format. PNG, JPG, and WEBP exports are static images.
**Q: How many elements can I add to the canvas?**
A: There’s no strict limit, but adding too many elements may slow down the editor. Keep it to a reasonable number for best performance.
**Q: Can I edit a saved GIF?**
A: You’ll need to restart the process in the editor. Save your work frequently using **Undo**/**Redo** to avoid losing progress.
## Contact Support
If you encounter issues or have questions, contact the website administrator or support team for assistance. Enjoy creating your custom GIFs with the Giphy Editor!
*Last Updated: April 17, 2025*
Thank you! Below is a clear and concise **Usage Guide** for the SVG Editor, written in English for your users. It covers all the features available in the updated editor and is designed to help users understand how to use the tool effectively.
##SVG Editor Usage Guide
Welcome to the SVG Editor! This tool allows you to create and edit graphics with ease. Below is a guide to help you get started and make the most of its features.
### 1. Getting Started
– **Canvas**: The main workspace is the canvas, where you can add and manipulate text, shapes, images, and symbols.
### 2. Toolbar Overview
The toolbar at the top provides all the controls you need. Here’s what each section does:
#### File Upload
– **Upload File**: Click the file input to upload an SVG file or image (PNG, JPG, etc.). Uploaded files are automatically scaled to fit the canvas.
– Supported formats: SVG, PNG, JPG, and other common image types.
#### Grouping
– **Group**: Select multiple objects (hold Shift and click) and click “Group” to combine them into a single object.
– **Ungroup**: Select a grouped object and click “Ungroup” to separate it into individual elements.
#### Color Picker
– **Color Picker**: Choose a color to apply to selected objects (text, shapes, symbols) or use it for the pencil tool. Click the color box to pick a new color.
#### Save Options
– **Save SVG as ZIP**: Download your design as an SVG file in a ZIP archive.
– **Save PNG as ZIP**: Export your design as a high-resolution PNG in a ZIP archive.
– **Save JPG as ZIP**: Export your design as a high-resolution JPG in a ZIP archive.
#### Undo/Redo
– **Undo**: Revert the last action (up to 20 actions).
– **Redo**: Restore an undone action.
– **Delete All**: Clear the entire canvas (you’ll be prompted to confirm).
#### Text Tools
– **Text Input**: Type your text in the input field.
– **Font Selector**: Choose from a variety of fonts (e.g., Roboto, Lobster, etc.).
– **Bold Toggle**: Click to make text bold or normal.
– **Add Text**: Click to add the typed text to the canvas with the selected font and bold setting.
#### Shapes
– **Shape Selector**: Choose a shape (Rectangle, Circle, Triangle, Line).
– **Add Shape**: Add the selected shape to the canvas, filled with the current color from the color picker.
#### Pencil Tool
– **Pencil**: Toggle freehand drawing mode to draw directly on the canvas.
– **Pencil Width**: Adjust the thickness of the pencil stroke (1px to 15px).
#### Symbols
– **Symbol Selector**: Choose a symbol (e.g., Star, Heart, Arrow Right, etc.).
– **Add Symbol**: Add the selected symbol to the canvas.
#### Unsplash Integration
– **Unsplash**: Open a search modal to find and add images from Unsplash.
#### Layer Controls
– **Bring to Front**: Move the selected object to the top layer.
– **Send to Back**: Move the selected object to the bottom layer.
– **Bring Forward**: Move the selected object one layer up.
– **Send Backward**: Move the selected object one layer down.
### 3. Using the Editor
#### Adding Objects
– **Text**: Enter text, select a font, toggle bold if needed, and click “Add Text” to place it on the canvas.
– **Shapes**: Select a shape, choose a color, and click “Add Shape” to add it.
– **Symbols**: Choose a symbol and click “Add Symbol” to place it on the canvas.
– **Images**: Upload an image/SVG via the file input or search Unsplash for images.
– **Unsplash Search**: Click “Unsplash”, type a search query, and press “Search” or Enter. Click “Add to Canvas” to add an image from the results.
#### Editing Objects
– **Select**: Click an object to select it. Hold Shift to select multiple objects.
– **Move**: Drag selected objects to reposition them.
– **Resize/Rotate**: Use the corner handles to resize or rotate selected objects.
– **Color**: Select an object and pick a new color from the color picker to change its fill (or stroke for lines).
– **Delete**: Select an object and press Delete or Backspace to remove it.
#### Freehand Drawing
– Enable the “Pencil” tool to draw freehand. Adjust the width and use the color picker to set the stroke color.
#### Grouping and Layers
– Group multiple objects to move or edit them as one.
– Use layer controls to rearrange the stacking order of objects.
#### Undo/Redo
– Use “Undo” (Ctrl+Z) or “Redo” (Ctrl+Y) to correct mistakes.
– The editor stores up to 20 actions in the undo stack.
### Copy/Paste
– **Copy**: Select an object and press Ctrl+C.
– **Paste**: Press Ctrl+V to paste a copied object (slightly offset from the original).
#### Select All
– Press Ctrl+A to select all objects on the canvas.
### 4. Saving Your Work
– Export your design using one of the save options:
– **SVG**: For vector graphics, editable in other design tools.
– **PNG**: For high-resolution images with transparency.
– **JPG**: For high-resolution images with a white background.
– Each export is downloaded as a ZIP file containing the design.
### 5. Unsplash Search
– Click “Unsplash” to open the search modal.
– Enter a keyword (e.g., “nature”, “city”) and click “Search” or press Enter.
– Browse the results, click “Add to Canvas” to place an image on the canvas, and the modal will close.
– Images are scaled to fit nicely on the canvas.
### 6. Tips
– **Canvas Size**: The canvas resizes automatically to fit the container. Refresh the page if it doesn’t display correctly.
– **Performance**: Avoid adding too many high-resolution images to keep the editor responsive.
– **Browser Support**: Use a modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari) for the best experience.
– **Clearing the Canvas**: Use “Delete All” to start fresh, but confirm to avoid accidental loss of work.
### 7. Troubleshooting
– **Canvas Not Loading**: Check your internet connection or disable ad-blockers, as the editor relies on external libraries.
– **Unsplash Not Working**: Ensure your internet is active. If images don’t load, try a different search term or check the console (F12) for errors.
– **Export Issues**: If downloads fail, ensure your browser allows pop-ups and downloads from the site.
– **Errors**: If you see an alert (e.g., “Failed to load image”), try refreshing the page or checking the console for details.
### 8. Limitations
– The editor supports up to 20 undo/redo actions.
– Unsplash images are limited to 10 per search (API restriction).
– Large SVG files or complex designs may slow down performance on older devices.
Enjoy creating with the SVG Editor! If you have questions or need help, contact support.
### Notes
– The guide is written in simple, user-friendly English to ensure accessibility for all users.
– It covers every feature in the updated editor, including shortcuts (e.g., Ctrl+C, Ctrl+Z).
– The troubleshooting section addresses common issues users might face.
– You can add this guide to your website as a help page, a modal, or a downloadable PDF for users.
If you need any tweaks to the guide (e.g., adding a specific support contact) or want it in a different format, let me know!