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Guides for the TooLab apps that run in your browser: the photo, audio and video editors, the screen recorder and more.
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Why layers help when revising client graphics
Keep client graphics easy to revise by separating text, images, and effects into layers, so you can change one detail without rebuilding the design.
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One audio clip is louder than another? How to fix it
Learn why audio clips sound uneven, how to compare them fairly, and how to balance their levels before joining and exporting a finished track.
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Clone tool copies from the wrong area: how to fix it
Fix a Photo Editor clone tool that copies the wrong spot. Check its source point, brush alignment, active layer, zoom and selection before repainting.
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How to make a slow zoom on a photo
Create a smooth slow zoom across a still photo with two keyframes, a steady crop, and export settings that keep the movement clean.
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How to create a 21:9 cinematic introduction
Set a true ultrawide frame, plan the opening shots, add a polished title and soundtrack, then export without unexpected black bars.
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How to make a picture-in-picture tutorial video
Record your screen with a webcam bubble, plan its placement, capture clear audio, and fix common picture-in-picture tutorial problems.
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How to design a vertical how-to clip with text captions
Plan a vertical how-to video, place captions where viewers can read them, and check framing, timing, and export on a phone before sharing.
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Why H.264 and VP9 exports have different compatibility
Learn why H.264 and VP9 videos play in different apps, how containers and profiles affect support, and which export to choose for sharing.
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How to use layers without flattening a photo too early
Keep edits reversible by separating retouching, text, and color work into layers, and learn what to do if you flatten the image too soon.
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How to build a layered audio bed for a tutorial
Layer narration, music, ambience, and sound cues into a clear tutorial soundtrack. Learn how to arrange tracks, trim clips, fade, and export it.
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Why an image becomes pixelated when enlarged
Learn why photos look blocky when enlarged, how to check their pixel dimensions, and which resizing choices can reduce visible artifacts.
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How to paint over a small distracting detail
Paint over a tiny background mark or object in a photo, blend the repair with careful brushwork, and protect the original on a separate layer.