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T3pipes
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Avitar size.

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I am having a bitch of a time getting my avatar under the size requirement. i use Photoshop, and thought my self rather skilled, but...
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if you are using a PC, try IrfanView, which is a free download - http://www.irfanview.com/

if you're on a mac, iPhoto has an export feature that lets you resize the photo...
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Re: Avitar size.

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Hi,

you may, of course, use whatever you like, but there's a tiny little program especially made for that:
avatar sizer
Works fine, and comes for free.

Regards, Jens
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Thanks. both of those will come in handy. Problem however is not the dimensions, but the file size. can not get it under 13k without it looking all fuzzy
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To get the smallest possible file size, save the image as a .JPG format (low-resolution if possible), then adjust the following: Set the image resolution to 72dpi, then start changing the pixel size until it reaches the size you need. It should be around 75 x 75 pixels. For instance, my avatar is set at 72 dpi, 76 x 80 pixels, and is 6.95 Kb in filesize.
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And when you save as JPG, set the quality to low or medium. Using high quality for an image that small and simple isn't necessary.
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