How to Create Scrapbooks or Photo Albums Free

Scrapbooks or photo albums can be created online for free

Creating scrapbooks and photo albums for free is easy when you have the tools and know where to find free scrapbook/photo album-making software and websites. For a list of some of these sites, refer to the References section. Through these sites, you can make albums for free with surprisingly creative options for customizing and sharing your creations.

Instructions

How to create scrapbooks or photo albums free

1. Use online software that you can download or use directly in your web browser. Many sites offer free software for the basic version. For more advanced features, you must buy a copy of the software. But with the basic version or with a free trial you can still create scrapbooks. For links on websites that offer free software, see the References section below.

2. Choose a template. Software for scrapbooks and photo albums have templates that let you create pages easily by uploading the content you want. Templates are varied depending on the software and some can even be customized by choosing the colors or certain other features. Templates contain the design of the page, colors and images that make each page visually appealing.

3. Upload photos and videos. Choosing photographs or videos and then uploading them to the scrapbook/photo album-making website is free. You may want to edit photos before uploading or using an image manipulation software like GIMP, also free to download and use, to add effects or touch up photos.

4. Add text and customize. In the scrapbook/photo album-making website, you'll be able to add text to pages, captions to photos or videos, and add titles. By putting in these personal touches, you can customize your scrapbook/photo album even if you cannot alter the templates for the pages.

5. Share your new albums/books with friends. Many websites and software for scrapbook/photo album creation allow you to send emails to your friends to view and comment on your creations.

Tips & Warnings

• Before downloading software from the Internet, ensure you have a virus protection program installed and running. You want to safeguard against viruses and other threats.

References

• Photo Mix
• Mix Book
• Smile Box