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OVERVIEW OF PROGRAMS FOR CREATING COVERS FOR DISC.

Cover-expert program

Сover-expert- one of the simplest programs (Figure 1). Download the program for free Cover Expert 1.7.237 Portable it is best to follow the link here, just by clicking on the name of the program cover-expert. The specified version of Cover Expert does not require installation and installation, which does not load the system. For the interface language to be Russian, you need to go: Options ->Language ->Russian.

Figure 1. Cover-expert program

ProgramQuick 3 Dcover

The program differs in that it allows you to make many design options for book covers, boxes with discs, discs, even place images on a picture of a monitor screen, phone, etc. In addition, you can create very high quality large 3 D high resolution images, even printable. The interface of the program and work in it are intuitive and do not cause any difficulties (Figure 2).

Figure 2. Main page of Quick 3D Cover

Create and print attractive labels, covers and inserts for CDs and DVDs with CD/DVD cover maker. RonyaSoft's CD/DVD Cover Creator includes all the tools you need to quickly design CD covers, DVD cases or inserts without having to learn Photoshop or Corel. The software takes care of all the technical complexities of creating disc covers, such as precise dimensions, DPI/PPI and positioning of labels for printing, while you design them. Unleash your creativity and expand your disc collection with attractive covers!

Start with a Template

Don't know where to start? Try it first with one of the ready-to-use CD/DVD templates created by our designers. Cover template library includes classic and oversize labels, single or double CD inserts, standard and slim DVD sleeves, Blu-Ray covers and inserts, paper or origami sleeves . In other words, we provide you with cover and label templates for audio CDs, MP3 discs, data archives, and DVD movie collections.

A complete list of disk templates can be found.

Create beautiful boxes, labels and covers

Designing attractive CD/DVD labels and covers has never been so easy. You can create a simple cover design with just a few clicks - or create an intricate and unique design with a variety of tools.

Creating and printing CD/DVD covers is a fairly easy process. Simply choose one of the pre-made cover templates included in the package, add a title and description, and place a background image or add a tracklist. That's all! Your first CD/DVD cover is ready!

Feeling a surge of creativity? Use the available editing tools to add additional pictures, text, or shapes. Your DVD cover can be as simple or complex as you like.

Print CD/DVD labels on special label paper

Printing your label designs is the final step. CD label software supports a variety of paper types, including die-cut adhesive labels, and CD printers that can print labels directly onto the surface of CDs. Simply choose plain paper, label paper or a CD printer and your custom CD label will be ready in minutes. In the second case, you need to transfer stickers to the disc using a special applicator. Enjoy your own labels!

Create custom sized covers

Do you have a custom box for a disc that needs a custom cover? No problem! RonyaSoft's CD cover maker has a built-in template generator that allows you to create custom-sized cover templates for all types of boxes: multi-disc cases, Nintendo Wii or PlayStation 3 covers.

System requirements

To print CD/DVD designs, you will need a printer and a sheet of plain or special paper for sticking onto discs, or a printer for printing onto CDs. And, of course, a computer with a Windows operating system, at least a 1500 Pentium III processor and 512 MB of RAM. RonyaSoft CD/DVD Cover Software supports Windows XP (32 and 64), Windows Vista (32 and 64), Windows 7 (32 and 64), Windows 8 (32 and 64), Windows 10 (32 and 64).

OVERVIEW OF PROGRAMS FOR CREATING COVERS FOR DISC.

Cover-expert program

Figure 1. Cover-expert program

ProgramQuick 3 Dcover

Figure 2. Main page of Quick 3D Cover

Creating your own CD covers with your recordings and information, or to replace worn out old covers, provides ample room for creativity. You can print a computer-generated cover in the size you want, or you can make it by hand. You can even learn how to create your own envelopes. With a little effort and a little time, you can bring almost any idea to life.

Steps

Cover printing

Select software. Today, there are many computer programs that allow you to create and print custom CD covers, most of which are free. You can edit your own photos, add text and make them the right size for different types of boxes. Any of the following programs will perfectly cope with the task:

Adobe Illustrator
CD Label Designer
CD & DVD Label Maker
CD Cover Creator
Print Master Gold

Choose your size. In some programs, the size of the future cover is selected immediately after launch, but with universal programs like Illustrator, you will have to determine the size manually. The cover is square and measures 120 x 120 mm, so enter these numbers in the space provided.
- You can also change the background color to dark gray or any other color in accordance with the basic color scheme of the future cover.
- If you also want to create a back cover, then the dimensions will be 150 x 118 mm, as this will allow room for the fold line. When creating a back cover, follow the same steps as for the front cover.
Create a new layer and import your cover photo. For the purposes of this article, let's assume you're using a program like Illustrator, but you should be guided by your own program. Usually you need to create a new layer on top of the base layer and then choose a suitable image for the cover.
- View your saved photos or search the internet for images. Generally, the simpler the image, the better. If necessary, you can later change your background color scheme to match the selected image.
- Select "Import image", if necessary, resize it according to your template. Typically, this action is performed by dragging the image.
- If you want to replace a lost cover, you can find and save such an image from the Internet, and then import it into the program. In this case, skip the next steps and go straight to printing.
Add text. Add another layer on top of the image and create a text box on the cover. Use additional fonts, choose the size and color scheme for your image. Usually text is added only for the album title and artist, or you can make it even easier by writing a "Cool remix from Seryoga" on a disc with your own music. You can do without text at all to make the cover look as artistic as possible.

Follow the boundaries. During printing and cutting to size, there is a chance of some damage to the edges of the cover, so it is better to place important elements of the cover closer to the middle. Try not to place anything important closer than 5 mm from the edge.

Print your cover. Make sure you print to the correct size for the cover. Select "Print Preview" to ensure all sizes are correct before making a physical copy.
Print on special durable paper. Such paper can be purchased at art stores or at the office. The cover paper is perforated along the edges to make it easier for you to separate the front and back covers.
- You may need to reconfigure your printer.
- You can also use plain paper for printing if you intend to place the cover in a box that is strong enough. She will look good enough.
We make covers with our own hands
1. Prepare the box. If you want to make a new cover for your CD box, remove the old cover from the box and prepare the box. Remove stickers, fingerprints and other marks with a clean cloth and a small amount of isopropyl alcohol.
  - You can also buy a new box for your drive. Boxes are full-sized, with space for a back cover, as well as thin, with only a front cover. They are usually sold in bulk. Since they break down over time, it's a good idea to buy new boxes.
2. Use good quality cardboard. Choose a piece of cardboard that is strong but thin enough to fit inside the box by cutting it to size. Be guided by the following numbers:
  - Front cover: 120 x 120 mm
  - Back cover: 150 x 118 mm
3. Plan your cover. The generated image can be as simple or complex as you wish. Considering the songs on the CD and the images they can evoke, start looking through old magazines, textbooks, photographs, and other materials for your collage. We recommend that you first outline with a pencil the boundaries of the location of different elements on the cover as a template, but you can not do this and just improvise.
  - Old textbooks can be a great source of the most unexpected images and drawings, which will be an excellent basis for the cover. You can buy old textbooks at a flea market or pick up decommissioned materials from the library
  - Try combining completely different elements to create a whimsical cover. An image on an oatmeal box can look surprisingly great on a punk rock CD if you cut out everyone's eyes in the picture.
  - After collecting all the images, start gluing them with a regular glue stick. It may seem too easy, but a quality pencil or rubber glue is usually best for gluing the elements to the base.
4. Decide what to do with the text. You can freehand outline the text with a pencil and then mark it with a dark marker, or you can print individual words and glue them together with images for a more DIY look.
  - You can use stencils to create text. Stock up on stencils and stamps at your nearest art store.
  - Do you want a really punk version? Write a ransom note. Cut out individual letters from newspapers and magazines to make up the album and band name from them. It will look really unconventional.
5. Scan your finished image. To reproduce your homemade cover, it is best to scan the finished copy, save it to your computer, and follow the instructions above. It will be much easier than trying to reproduce the finished result manually.
  - If you want to make a 3D image that includes a collage and handmade elements, then it is also better to scan and print in 2D for the box.

Greetings, Dear Reader! About a month did not reach the hands before writing a new article. This step-by-step guide will tell you how to make a cover for a disc without resorting to the help of freelancers. This will help you save between $30 and $100. this is how much this service costs in RuNet.

After reading this article, you will be able to make a beautiful 3D cover for an information product disk, songs, games, etc. I will also share with you the information and all the secrets that I used to competently create the cover of the English Method of Analogies video course.

1) Image which will be on the cover. Use colors that will be pleasing to potential customers, because. the cover or box plays a huge role in the sale of the product itself. Don't make it colorful and try to use no more than 3 colors and 2 fonts. You can use shades of the same color to avoid variegation. Otherwise, there will be mess and there is a risk that the cover for the disc will look cheap!

I used Power Point to create the cover image. It is easier than Photoshop, and few people know the second program.

It should be noted that a ready-made box with a disc will be sold on different sites and each author or store will publish your product in different sizes. (Someone in the original, others 150x150, etc.) You need to write the name of the product in a bolder, more prominent font so that your disc is visible among the competitors' products! We indicate the author and the site or blog, which will increase your traffic and from partner sites there will be new unique visits to your blog. If the product is protected, put a copyright sign.
2)ABBYY Screenshot Reader. Using this program, we photograph the finished image and save it on the desktop. The snapshot will have the extension snapshot-name.png This program takes pictures from the monitor and is very simple and easy to use. She helps me a lot in all matters related to the design and construction of sites.
For the picture, select the option "image to file" or "image to file", point to the picture itself and take a picture.

3) The resulting file is converted to .jpg format. We go to http://www.go2convert.com-Upload local file - -Select a file - Upload now, wait a couple of seconds, select Convert Png to: JPG and then click the "Convert Now" button
Then you will see the downloaded image again and click the Download icon next to it. We save the image.jpg next to the picture and on the desktop we pack everything into a new folder.

And most importantly, Friends, remember that the importance of box or cover design cannot be overestimated. If you decide to do everything yourself, then treat this matter with special attention, because. this will help increase sales.