You could customize by creating different shortcuts. Geek Tip: There are some ways to start Tux Paint with different types of configuration files from the command line. Pros and Cons of Alternative DATA location Pros You can create new templates and stamps that can be used from any computer where Tux paint is configured to access that location Con The number of Template Files could get quite large making it hard to navigate. You can add templates and stamps that become instantly available to all. Hidden Files If you can't find the path, make sure to show hidden files.ĭata Putting your stamps, starters, etc in a “common” folder that you can reach across the network has several advantages. C:\Documents and Settings\username\Application Data\TuxPaint\saved.HINT: Create a shortcut to this folder in “My Documents”.import then into a Presentation document. Where does Tux Paint Save? By default: C:\Documents and Settings\username\Application Data\TuxPaint\savedFiles are saved in *.png formatYou can change the default in the Configuration Menu (See previous slides) Hint: If you don't want to change the 'config” files, then try Creating a shortcut in MY DOCUMENTS to the TuxPaint saved folder.This will allow you to access the finished images for other uses. Explore the SAVE options that work best with your grade level. Saving Important: CHECK start with Blank Canvas. Printing Options Do you want your students to have a choice of Printers? For younger kids, it might be good to turn Printer Dialog off.You can always get a choice by holding down ALT with PRINT. Video and Sound Do you want sound effects enabled? Have fun first! Skip to Slide 15 to focus on Content and Curricular IdeasĮxplore the configuration files Start Tux Paint Configuration (NOT TUX PAINT) Play around with the configuration files to find the best configuration for your grade levels Discuss these configurations with your IT staff Apply configuration desired to “all” users – Check “use all Users” Must be in ADMIN mode to APPLY settings for ALL users Try playing with Tux Paint before you explore all these settings. Intro to Tux Paint Watch Introductory Video Read about it: Make sure the “stamps” are installed Play around with it, especiallyĝraw Tools, Magic, & Stamps Use Undo button to “undo” Understand limitations: Can't Move an object once its pasted, but you can UNDO Typos can't be fixed.įirst, some Geek Talk Let's explore the configuration options, but.don't get bogged down with Config settings.
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