An inset is a small snippet of a photo or video. Usually, insets are used on websites as links to related images and videos. This wikiHow teaches you how to create an inset using a variety of photo editing programs.
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Method 1 of 3: Using MS Paint on Windows
Step 1. Open MS Paint
MS Paint is indicated by a paint palette icon. Follow these steps to open MS Paint on a Windows computer.
- Click the Windows “Start” menu in the lower-left corner of the screen.
- Type in "Paint".
- Click the MS Paint icon.
Step 2. Open the image you want to inset
Follow these steps to open an image in MS Paint.
- Click the menu " File ” in the upper-left corner of the screen.
- Click " Open ”.
- Select an image.
- Click " Open ”.
Step 3. Make a copy of the image
You may not edit the original image size. Save the image as a separate copy. Add the word "inset" or something like that to the end of the filename of the image copy (eg “photopernikah_inset.jpg”). Follow these steps to make a copy of the original image:
- Click the menu " File ”.
- Click " Save As ”.
- Type a file name into the field next to " Filename ".
- Click " Save ”.
Step 4. Click Resize
It's in the upper-left corner of the screen, above the box labeled "Image".
Step 5. Check the "Percentage" option
It's at the top of the " Resize and Skew " window.
Step 6. Type the percentage of the inset size to the original image size next to the "Horizontal" or "Vertical" fields
Usually, “10%” is the right size for the inset image. Photos with larger dimensions or sizes need to be significantly reduced in size.
Alternatively, you can select " Pixels " and type the exact dimensions inset (in pixels) next to the " Vertical " and " Horizontal " fields
Step 7. Click Ok
The photo size will be reduced afterwards.
Step 8. Save the photo
Follow these steps to reduce the photo size.
- Click " File ”.
- Click " Save ”.
Method 2 of 3: Using Preview on a Mac
Step 1. Open the image in Preview
Preview is the primary image-reviewing program on Mac computers. You can double-click an image on your computer to open it in Preview.
Step 2. Duplicate the image you want to convert into an inset
Do not edit the original image size. Follow these steps to duplicate an image in Preview.
- Click the menu " File ” in the top right corner of the menu bar.
- Click " Duplicate ”.
Step 3. Click Tools
It's in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Make sure you use a copy of the image as the active image in Preview.
Step 4. Click Adjust Size
This option is in the menu under "Tools".
Step 5. Select "Percentage"
Use the drop-down menus next to "Width" and "Height" to select "Percentage".
Step 6. Type in the percentage of the inset size to the original image size
Enter a percentage in the field next to " Width " or " Height ". Usually, “10%” is the correct percentage for large insets. However, the percentage that needs to be entered may differ depending on the size of the original image.
Alternatively, you can select " Pixels " and type the exact dimensions inset (in pixels) next to the " Width " and " Height " fields
Step 7. Click Ok
The image size will be reduced.
Step 8. Save the image
It's a good idea to add the word “inset” or something like that to the end of the filename of the image copy (eg “fotopernikahan_inset.jpg”) when saving the copy. Follow these steps to save the image.
- Click " File ”.
- Click " Save ”.
- Type a file name in the field next to " Save As ".
- Click " Save ”.
Method 3 of 3: Using Photoshop and GIMP
Step 1. Open Photoshop or GIMP
Photoshop is a popular image editing program. However, to use it, you need a subscription from Adobe. If you don't have a Photoshop subscription, you can download and install GIMP for free. This program has the same features as Photoshop.
Step 2. Open the image whose size you want to reduce
Follow these steps to open an image in Photoshop or GIMP:
- Click the menu " File ” in the upper-left corner of the screen.
- Click " Open ”.
- Select an image.
- Click " Open ”.
Step 3. Save a copy of the image
If you need to edit a photo, do the editing before making a copy of the photo. You'll also need to add the word "inset" or something like that to the end of the filename. When you're ready, follow these steps to save a copy of the photo:
- Click " File ”.
- Choose " Save As ”.
- Type a name for the image file in the field next to " Filename ".
- Click " Save ”.
Step 4. Crop the image (optional)
If you want the image to fit in a certain shape, you can crop the image. Cutting tools are indicated by the icon of two right angles that form a square. Follow these steps to crop the image:
- Click the cutting tool in the toolbar on the left side of the screen.
- Click and drag the cursor over the part of the image you want to save.
- Double-click the selected part of the image.
Step 5. Click Image
It's in the menu bar at the top of the screen.
Step 6. Click Image size or Scale Image.
This option works to resize the image.
Step 7. Select "Percent"
It's in the drop-down menu next to "Height" and "Width".
Step 8. Type in the percentage of the inset size to the original image size
Enter a percentage in the field next to " Width " or " Height ". Usually, “10%” is the correct percentage for large insets. However, the percentage that needs to be entered may differ depending on the size of the original image.
Alternatively, you can select " Pixels " and type the exact dimensions inset (in pixels) next to the " Width " and " Height " fields
Step 9. Click Ok or Scales.
The image size will be reduced afterwards.
- You may need to apply color saturation to the inset. You can do this by adding a color saturation adjustment layer in the “Adjustments” panel on the right side of the Photoshop window, or by clicking the “Colors “drop-down menu at the top of the GIMP window.
- You may also need to apply an image sharpness filter. You can do this by clicking on the menu " Filters ” at the top of the Photoshop and GIMP windows.
Step 10. Save the image
Follow these steps to save the thumbnail image in Photoshop and GIMP.
- Click the menu " File ”.
- Click " Save as ” (Photoshop) or “ Export as (GIMP).
- Select “JPEG” as the image format using the drop-down menu next to "Format" in Photoshop, or under "Select File Type" in GIMP.
- Click " Save ” (Photoshop) or “ Export (GIMP).
