Question 1

Masks Add-On for Mazes 2D Squares Video Overview

Accepted Answer

Masks Add-On for Mazes 2D Squares Video Overview

Question 2

How do I use the Time Saver for JigSaw?

Accepted Answer

This tutorial shows the basics of using the Time Saver for Jigsaw. For this you require any version of Jigsaw Maker, and the Time Saver.

Basics

To use the Time Saver for JigSaw, you need to select the "Time Saver" tab, and then check the box "Use Time Saver to generate Puzzles" at the top.

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There are two ways to use this Time Saver, which can be combined:

Using Images (the "Fast" mode)
Using (JigSaw) Presets

In addition to the "Use Time Saver" option, you'll need to check the options you want to use, e.g. the "Use Time Saver - Fast" option in the screenshot.

Using Images

In the Fast Mode you can just select a number of images and adjust some of the settings for each image. (All the other settings will be copied from the 'Puzzle Settings' tab.

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Add Images

At the bottom of the window ([1] in the screenshot), you can see a button "Add Images". This will allow you to select a number of images on your computer, that will be used for puzzles. These images will be added to the table.

Using the "Delete Rows" button you can remove rows that you have selected (by clicking on them), "Delete All" will remove all the rows from this table.

Set default values

You can set a couple of default values ([2] in the screenshot) for each set of images you import, such as the puzzle type, the number of rows and columns, "Perfect", and the connector type. This will allow you to very quickly create a list of puzzles to create.

Editing the table

For each image you can edit the settings in the table.

Once you're done, click "Create" to create your puzzles and/or puzzle book.

Note: "Next Preview" and "Save Preview" have no use for the Time Saver.

Using Presets

The other option for the Time Saver is using Presets. These are presets you have created for JigSaw.

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In the Time Saver you can see all the presets you have created, and select the ones you want to use to create puzzles (for your puzzle book). Everytime you use a preset, it will create a new randomized puzzle, based on the preset settings.

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If making 18 separate tiles sounds like a chore, our Tile Multiplier Add-On creates extra tiles based on already existing tiles, and we have a separate tutorial on how to use the Tile Multiplier Add-On. We also have a video on using this Add-On to automatically generate isometric tiles from your square tiles, for your isometric mazes.

Speaking of isometric, we have a separate tutorial about creating isometric mazes with Mazes 2D tiles. This discusses the options and challenges that are unique to making isometric mazes.

For Isometric mazes, separate tilesets are used. Because of that, we have a tutorial on how to create isometric tiles with Adobe Illustrator. If text isn't your thing, we also have a video tutorial on how to create isometric tiles.

And if you want to make your puzzles more unique, consider looking at our tutorial on how to use the mask editor for mazes 2D. We also have a video on making shaped mazes with the masks Add-on.

Question 5

How to create patterns from your photos and images with POD Graphics Maker

Accepted Answer

This Youtube tutorial demonstrates POD Graphics Maker Pattern 03-4, using a photo to create a seamless pattern.

Question 6

How to create a 'Draw' style pattern with POD Graphics Maker

Accepted Answer

This Youtube tutorial shows how to create Draw style patterns with POD Graphics Maker.

Pattern 02-2 - Draw is part of POD Graphics Maker XL Edition and Expansion Pack 02.

Question 7

How to create Triangulated Mazes using Puzzle Maker Pro - Mazes 2D Random Shapes?

Accepted Answer

This short videos shows how to create Triangulated Mazes using Puzzle Maker Pro - Mazes 2D Random Shapes

Question 8

Planner Links (Plugin for Powerpoint) Tutorial Video

Accepted Answer

Planner Links (Plugin for Powerpoint) Tutorial Video

Question 9

How to Add Page Numbers to Powerpoint Puzzle Books?

Accepted Answer

This short video tutorial will show you how to add page numbers to the master slides in Powerpoint. Besides page numbers you can use these master slides to add any kind of content you like.

Question 10

How can I add those little Monthly Tables in Ultimate Planner Maker

Accepted Answer

This video demonstrates how you can add those little Monthly Tables to your page. Two or three small monthly tables in the header or footer of your page, to quickly see future dates when planning meetings and appointments.

Masks Add-On for Mazes 2D Squares Video Overview

How do I use the Time Saver for JigSaw?

Puzzle Maker Pro - Mazes 2D Other Shapes Video Overview

Overview of all Mazes 2D Tiles Tutorials

How to create patterns from your photos and images with POD Graphics Maker

How to create a 'Draw' style pattern with POD Graphics Maker

How to create Triangulated Mazes using Puzzle Maker Pro - Mazes 2D Random Shapes?

Planner Links (Plugin for Powerpoint) Tutorial Video

How to Add Page Numbers to Powerpoint Puzzle Books?

How can I add those little Monthly Tables in Ultimate Planner Maker