How to Make Cassette Labels
Cassette labels are useful in sorting music tapes as well as VHS videos. Instead of playing each one or trying to read sloppy handwriting, labels are clear and precise. You can make cassette labels with images, different fonts and sizes. Each one can add a special touch to your collection. In addition, you can choose to design a label with the same style while just changing the name of the media. In approximately five minutes, you can create a cassette label.
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Instructions
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Open Microsoft Works Task Launcher. Most stock computers come with this application free of charge. However, you can purchase it from the Microsoft website. In addition, you could choose other applications to make cassette labels such as ViaPrint Professional and Label Maker Pro.
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Select "Programs" from the top toolbar. On the right-hand side is a list of categories. Click on the "Works Word Processor" button. Scroll down and click on "Return Address Labels".
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Select "Multiple-Entry Labels" on the "Labels" pop-up screen. Click "OK". A "Label Settings" window will appear. Select your printer type. Under "Label Information", use the scroll-down arrow to choose "Audio Cassette", "Video Face" or "Video Spine". Click the "New Document" button.
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Click on the first box on the left-hand side. Select "Insert" then "Picture" on the toolbar. You can use stock clip art, an image on your hard drive or your own illustration.
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Change the font, size and color. A drop-down arrow for the font style is on the bottom of the toolbar near the document. Decide on a readable font. Then choose a size for the text, this should correspond to the size of the picture. Next, select a color, which also should reflect the image.
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Insert the name of the video or music artist. Include any information inside each box pertaining to the type of cassette label you are making.
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Click "File," then "Save As". Enter the name of your document. Select the "Save" button.
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Turn on your printer and place the label paper inside the printer. Select "File" then "Print". A printer option window will appear. Check for accurate settings for your specific printer. Click "OK" to finalize the options and begin printing the labels.
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