#And there's no WEBSITE where you can FORMAT THEM EASILY FOR FREE

[kakusu-shipping]

yo! 📖, 🗺️ and 💌 for your danganronpa s/i(s). feel free to pick the selfship on the last one!

I am once again... forced... to answer an ask with.... Well I have multiple Self Inserts for that Fandom you see... and I'm very bad at choosing anything ever so we're just gonna talk about all of them and here's my half finished redesign of all of them just to have in one place

📖 - What is your s/i's backstory? How does it make them meet your f/o(s)?

Danganronpa 1 and 2's S/Is are twin brothers who together make the Ultimate Collector, in a canon timeline only one of them gets into Hope's Peak, in my happy school life AU they both get in. V1 joins class 78 and during his school life there starts the anime Club with Hifumi and Celeste. V2 joins class 77 and mostly stays isolated from everyone until Teruteru takes an interest in him and starts talking to him.

In UDG V2 takes the place of Komaru, having escaped his room first and running into Byakuya, acquiring his gun, and eventually running into Toko

For DRV3 I'm still very eeeeeeeh on how exactly the story goes, what I consider the truth vs lies, and just how I want my rewrite to go, so everything about The Ultimate Baseball Star V2 is pretty undecided. He seems to bond with Ryoma over some pretty heavy criminal charges, however.

💌 - Any major changes in your selfship lore over time?

Oooh yeah, lots. Especially to V3 as mentioned above it's hard in WIP territory and has been for a WHILE but that's mostly because V3 is a VERY weird game.

Other than that, as time has passed I've cared a lot LESS about DR2's killing game and have basically written all of Collector V2's lore around my Happy School Life AU or UDG.

The only one who hasn't changed story wise is V1, but she HAS gone through a LOT of design changes. She was originally a lot more geisha styled, lots of make-up and such, and has sense become more calm Decora and Cluttercore

🗺️ - If your s/i is used for multiple f/os, how would all the timelines look if displayed together?

I'm gonna do what you did for this one and put it under a cut so this post doesn't get so long. Please excuse my horrid handwriting

[bloodyquillink-blog]

Animals, CoD Ghosts HC’s

What animals/creatures are the Ghosts?

A/N🪶: These are just my options! Feel free to send me yours. These are for all the Ghosts, including former, deceased and current within the Ghosts game. This list will include Rorke, Ajax and Elias Walker. Also this is going to be formatted differently from the first HC, Natural Disasters.

David “Hesh” Walker - German Shepard

Hesh is loyal, probably to a fault. Willing to do whatever it takes to protect the ones he loves and get the job done, even if he gets injured in the process.

^ Bringing me to my next point, Hesh is very protective of his family. The mere idea of anyone getting hurt is enough to get this man baring his teeth and attacking.

In the Natural Disasters list, I mentioned that Hesh, according to Urban Dictionary, means courageous, another trait of German Shepards.

One more trait that applies is also Shepards, really any animal in general, being alert as well. This is a given, though, considering he is a soldier in active war zones especially with such effective and deadly enemies. He needs to make every second count and can’t afford to slack in these areas.

I should mention that Shepards are obedient yet stubborn. Hesh knows when to listen to his superiors but he’ll easily let you know when he doesn’t agree with something. Think about when Merrick, Keegan and Elias (mask on) picked them up and Hesh was yelling about their dad still being caught in the crossfire. Merrick got Hesh to sit his ass down but Hesh was clearly not happy about it, understandably.

Logan Walker - Mountain Lion

Mountain lions can’t roar and Logan can’t, or —depending on your headcanons, consciously chooses not to— talk.

Logan finds other methods of communicating, for example, when he and Keegan were about to bust into the room to get to Ajax, Logan used his fingers to count down.

The National Wildlife Federation website says “Mountain lions are territorial and solitary. They use pheromones and physical signs… to define their territory.” (Mountain Lion, Fun Fact.)

Mountain lions are known for being very stealthy predators, again a given considering the fact we’re talking about the Ghosts.

The Mountain Lion Foundation describes them as being relentless hunters which almost connects it to the wiki quote for Logan that calls him a cold-blooded killer and an excellent soldier (CoD Ghosts: Wiki, Logan Walker, Personality.).

Elias T. “Scarecrow” Walker - Black Bear

Scary but not as scary as you may expect.

While Elias is certainly ready to do his job at any point no matter how bloody, he still has his weak spots, that being his sons.

He’s caring but while be stoic when necessary. He’s not territorial but will protect his friends and family when the time calls for it.

Also one detail I find cute about bears is that they have DNA relation to dogs, albeit very distant. I like to call bears giant murder puppies :D

Thomas A. Merrick - Grizzly Bear

I want to say that grizzly bears are often considered to be more dangerous than black bears and more likely to attack if given a reason to.

Both grizzlies and black bears can charge but where black bears may shift away at the last second and avoid attacking, grizzlies may continue to charge and attack their target (once again I’m thinking about Merrick punching Rorke because it just makes me laugh, that man was not ready).

Of course, Merrick is dangerous but he knows when the time is and isn’t appropriate despite his temper. Merrick is a big dude too, so I think this works (“stocky”).

Gabriel T. Rorke - Polar Bear

Once he has his sights on you, you’re already gone.

Hehe, polar bears are mighty dangerous.

Polar bears are bigger and stronger sometimes, but other time grizzlies and polars can be about the same in build.

Polar bears are more likely to attack considering they have fewer resources for food and typically eat a lot as well.

Fun fact: Polar bears don’t hibernate.

^^^ Piggy backing off that, Rorke doesn’t seem to be resting. He’s always planning something, whether it be a plan B or future plans.

He’s a very large and commanding presence who will find alternatives when desperate, willing to do what he must to make sure his plans are completed.

Keegan P. Russ - Leopard

Fast, sneaky. You don’t know he’s there until it’s too late.

Fun Fact: Leopards can roar. Keegan, though very quiet, stills speaks and intimidates with his voice when necessary.

Leopard’s are solitary and ambush hunters, I don’t need to explain this but I will.

If you recall, Rorke had a lot of trouble getting his nasty ass hands on Keegan after kidnapping the Walker family and Merrick.

His first objective was to find Keegan. In my eyes, it’s because he knows that as long as Keegan is alive, Rorke isn’t safe.

Like many animals, leopards care for one another, seen with families. I think Keegan is a very caring person but he avoids showing it often, which is fair.

Keegan continuously checks in with Logan throughout the game. In the underwater mission, he made sure Logan was okay. If you look closely when walking behind Keegan on the submarine, Keegan turns his head back to us briefly.

Alex V. “Ajax” Johnson - Elephant

Ajax is smart and powerful, I want to say he’s very determined.

In the short time we knew him, he was very stubborn as well. He didn’t give up anything and held out for a while. Though he was a lower rank than the other characters.

In his last moments, he made sure the last Ghosts knew what was happening in a last ditch effort to keep them safe and aware.

It’s hard to pin down super specific traits due to the fact that elephants can exhibit many and there’s not much we can give to Ajax.

I want to say that Ajax was more laid-back with his friends and comrades, leaving his bold energy for those who don’t deserve his respect ( insert the iconic scene where Ajax puts up his middle finger right at the Federation soldier ).

Like all the animals and characters on this list, Ajax was dangerous when necessary. He wasn’t spending every moment trying to be scary or intimidating or anything. He’s confident in himself and his abilities and he doesn’t need anyone else to speak up for him.

The respect we hear given to him by the Ghosts after his death was well deserved.

Love you, Ajax <3

Kick - Monitor Lizard

Some kind of reptile (I was so tempted to put him as a Gila Monster but I can’t do that to my best boi).

I’d say probably a water monitor.

These lizards, which can grow to 9 feet btw, don’t surprise their prey, but “actively pursue” them.

While these creatures have venom, but it’s not necessarily fatal.

Kick is definitely dangerous when he’s needed but it’s not like a “I am the grim reaper.” type of thing, it’s more like “I have a job to do and you won’t be in my way.”.

These creatures are known for being intelligent which lines up with Kick’s likely (not confirmed?) role as an information specialist.

The main thing that doesn’t quite line up is the fact that water monitors can be friendly whereas Kick is, if not more stand-offish, then solitary. I do imagine that he eventually opens up, but he’s definitely more comfy with his computers.

Neptune - Owl

I imagine that Neptune, being one of the original Ghosts, is very wise, though more subtle. I can’t think of what kind of owl he’d be, maybe snowy.

I mostly just wanted to include him here. Feel free to add onto him.

Riley… Riley

The most dangerous creature ever, himself.

World’s Best Throat-Snatcher over here being a cutie patootie with blood on his maw. 10/10 best boi.

[ungrateful-cyborg-moved]

Social media comparison

Alright. I've tried different new/alternative platforms lately in hope to find something I really liked, and there are very promising ones. I didn't try everything, of course, but this is a kind of overview of my journey so far? Or just my thoughts on the matter.

I've tried Pillowfort, Bluesky, Mastodon (didn't last long enough to have much of an opinion, it simply didn't click), Dreamwidth and Cohost (as of today, can't post there yet).

My comparison under the cut:

► I appreciate that they're algorithm free, whether it's because they truly believe in an Internet rid of the most invasive of them or because it's too expensive to implement on a brand new platform or some other reason. Only the future can tell, but for now it's nice.

► Pillowfort: beside the post formatting that I find extremely comfortable, my favourite thing is probably communities. I feel like this is the strongest "pro" in favor of Pillowfort because this is where they truly distinguish themselves from other social media.

Communities, in a way, remind me of forums. They're however easier to take in hand since you don't have to deal with as many options and choices. In my opinion, communities on Pillowfort are a bit lacking in functionalities though. I think more tools to easily organize them would help, like a widget or something to link stuff so you can create and animate events within said communities.

(I also feel like Pillowfort would gain from not being dark blue. We have more than enough dark blue websites, and it doesn't go well with the warmth invoked by its name in my opinion, but that's a minor detail and just a matter of taste.)

► Bluesky: basically Twitter but better. No algorithm, for a start. The curated feeds are nice. They're a bit like communities on Pillowfort since they can be moderated but from a non-mod user, it's even easier to post in them: you just have to use the right keyword for your post to appear there. Well, if the mod left it open to all rather than chose to vet who can or cannot post in it. Lots of flexibility and control over your timeline overall.

I don't like the 300 characters limit, however. Never liked it with Twitter either. It's not really conductive to conversations, and the general design tends to make the website feel rather impersonal. It's really more like parallel talking than community building.

Overall I think it's a good tool to promote your (visual) art or website, etc. but not great for hosting conversations past commenting briefly what others are doing. I mean, you can make threads but it'll never be as good as Pillowfort or Tumblr for this.

► Dreamwidth: I'll start with saying that Dreamwidth isn't a social media, it's a journaling platform and I haven't used it much yet. Had in plan to post my headcanons about my muses there and stuff like that so I did spend some time trying to figure out how it works.

First, there is a lot of options to let you have complete control over who can see what. Like, a lot.

You can entirely personalize what your journal will look like. It's a bit easier than having your own website—since I reblogged a post about that yesterday—because you don't start from 0, so it might be a good option if you don't feel comfortable jumping into Notepad++ to start coding. You can just change a thing here and there, or nothing at all, or almost everything. It's pretty old school though, so for those completely unfamiliar with early/pre-web 2.0, it might not look very appealing at first. However, I'd say don't let that stop you! If anything, it's a good opportunity to learn a bit of code without pressure.

You can also create communities, which as you might have guessed is very important to me. When creating one, you can set up whether everyone can join, everyone can ask to join but has to be approved by a community admin or to limit the access to those you have personally invited. Like for your own journal, communities are completely customizable, and Dreamwidth allows adult content.

I'm not sure you can top DW communities in terms of functionalities—aside from making a forum—but it's not as intuitive as Pillowfort (though in exchange you get more customization). You're also more limited regarding image hosting (see here). That said, hosting services exist, many are free, and that's without mentioning that you can post on Twitter and the like and use the picture link in your DW posts. I don't think many will only use Dreamwidth anyway.

► Cohost: I was expecting nothing when I registered earlier today, but this is an overall good surprise: it's Tumblr, but better.

More control of what you see. More user-friendly UI. It's not fucking blue. Adult content allowed. You can change your main blog page and make it private.

The only two downsides I'd mention here would be that you can't customize your blog page appearance and you have to wait for one or two days before being able to post. Although if it means less bots, I'd rather wait.

And this ends my rather non-exhaustive tour of the social media/blogging/journaling platforms. If you catch any mistakes let me know. I didn't dive deep, this was just me sharing my thoughts.

(As far as I know, they all allow adult content and give you tools to not see it if you don't want to.)

[stormbreaker101]

Making a Digital Visual Timeline (in Python)

I have been on the hunt for a digital timeline I could easily use to store pivotal dates on and see the distance between them, as well as keep track of which events are in which story. And ultimately, I couldn't find a single website that satisfied me, so I made my own program. And swag bitches don't gatekeep, so I'm sharing how I made my timeline, in case anyone is running into the same struggles.

All you need to get started is any sort of program where you can write in Python (I use Thonny but anything that runs Python 3.10 works), and then import the Matplotlib library. If you use Thonny, this video tutorial is super short and straightforward. If you use something else, no doubt there are other video tutorials on how to import libraries on your given platform.

Then, copy in this code, making sure not to miss any indents or capitalization. I wanted to copy-paste the code directly into the text, but Tumblr doesn't register indents, so you have to copy from an image, sorry.

If you run this code as is, you should get this scatterplot.

Under the cut is further explanation of the parts you can and should change in order to make the timeline your own.

The Dates in the square brackets [] on lines 9 and 14 are formatted as Year/Month/Day. So if I wanted to make a point on September 2, 2009, I'd write it as [2009, 9, 2]. Each date must be enclosed in its own square bracket and separated by a comma.

The captions on lines 10 and 15 can be whatever you want, just keep them in quotations, and keep each quote separated by a comma. I like writing the date on the caption as well just for ease of reading.

Importantly, the number of Dates in any group's DateList line has to be equal to the number of Captions in the Captions line, but there can be a different number of Dates and Captions between groups. (So like, Ex1's DateList and Captions both have 4 items, but Ex2's DateList and Captions both have 3 instead.)

The YVals on lines 11 and 16 can be any number (though keeping the numbers relatively low, like from -5 to 5, is better). These just determine how high or low the dots appear on the timeline, if you want to keep different plots visually separate.

There is a LOT of freedom of choice for colors (lines 12 and 17) in Matplotlib. I recommend using the CSS colors, because you just have to write the name in quotations.

You can make more than 2 groups, and you can change the names of the groups. But if you do, you have to also adjust this part of the code below:

Whatever you name your Ex1 and Ex2 lists, put them into here. Additionally, you have to keep the lists consistent. If for example, dateListList was [Ex1_DateList, Ex2_DateList] and CaptionsList was [Ex2_Captions, Ex1_Captions], the code will either encounter an error or graph the wrong captions to the wrong dates.

Lastly, you can edit what parts of the graph appears using these 2 lines to control the X-axis and Y-axis of the plots respectively. You have to keep both pairs of parentheses for each line.

These numbers are relatively small because I chose small numbers as the example Dates. When I use this code for myself, I often switch between a view of (1950, 2050) to see roughly everything in the modern era, or (400, 2400) if I want to see some of the older historical events I've included as well.

These are just the parameters you HAVE to adjust to actually control your own timeline. You can ABSOLUTELY do more if you want to (just make sure to save backups :P). And if you have any questions, feel free to ask!

Happy timelineing!

[solradguy]

Hey Sol! I remember quite a while ago, someone asked you about how to get into archiving stuff and you answered with a little guide of sorts of useful programs/websites/etc.

Do you still have that guide up? Is there somewhere I can learn more in-depth about how to begin archiving too?

Tumblr search is failing me and I can't find that post now... So! I'll type it again. Lately I've been thinking about writing some kind of "archivist's manifesto" type thing for my Neocities in an effort to hype people up about archiving and to guide them on how to do it. When I write that up I'll post it here too.

Here's a big post I wrote on how to scan books and where to upload them (this is also linked in the big GG masterpost that's in my pinned): https://solradguy.tumblr.com/post/722512206034501632/sol-radguy-scanning-guide

That guide also has some tips on photo editing that may be useful for non-book scanning stuff, like some free program alternatives.

I've tried finding professional guides on how to archive media but most of them are written for people looking to archive family photos/things and not web media or physical books. None of them have been very helpful, honestly. One thing they recommend doing that I think IS helpful though is the rule of 3: Keep 3 copies of an archive somewhere. A physical hard drive, cloud storage, a second hard drive stored separately from the first (in case of accidents/hardware failure), uploaded to separate file hosts, and printing new physical copies are some. Doing any 3 of those is highly recommended. I do the two hard drives and cloud storage/file hosts ones. My hosts are generally Archive.org, Neocities, and Google Drive.

Be very careful about trusting image hosting sites with valuable scan data because they come and go like the wind. Photobucket, Tinypic, Imageshack... They're either dead or require a premium to host files now, which doesn't help hobby archivists at all. Imgur's demise is on the horizon. It's just the way it goes with these due to how expensive and space-consuming image hosting is.

Absolutely 1000% do not ever use just Discord for archiving/hosting things. Nothing on that platform can be backed up easily or with automation, and the guys that run it have already made weird choices the community didn't want while also putting more and more things behind the Nitro paywall. I suspect they're going to kneecap image and file hosting some day soon, too.

For archiving someone else's files, something that helps greatly (if it can be done) is either including the source of the file in the file's name or writing a separate document with the sources and whatever other additional information there is.

Here's a basic example of some Sol images from my Sol folder:

The first two are from the Counterside collab event and then the second two are official art but the file names are descriptive and it saves time sourcing them for things later. For archiving fan art/fiction, the filename is a good place to put the artist credit. Something like [Artwork Title]-[Artist Name]-[Original File Creation Date].format ("Sol Badguy Missing Link - Daisuke Ishiwatari - May 14 1998.jpg," or however you wanna organize the folder) works good.

Windows 11 didn't like working with Japanese text in file names for some of the Vastedge stuff I archived and I had to translate/romanize them. If you can't read Japanese/source's language, just do your best (number them instead?) and include the native language text in a .TXT file if possible.

A more complex example from the Vastedge .TXT doc:

The Vastedge materials archive is pretty dense and had a lot of contributors so the first half of the .TXT document's just credits for who did what. This is useful for if something gets lost because we'll know who to go bother about it. Among other things.

The next section is a long stack of details about the files themselves. I won't paste the whole thing here, it's pretty long. It covers how the archive came to be, issues with some of the files, how the files were obtained, and some other stuff:

The last half of the .TXT doc is a listing of the folder contents. I included this for quick reference and because sometimes archives get fractured by people only reuploading certain parts of it. Future archivists or anyone else going through this archive now have a list of what should be in there and will know if something is missing.

Archive.org/Wayback Machine has a browser extension for quickly archiving webpages. I have that and WebP / Avif Image Converter by Nullbrains (Chrome, might be on Firefox?) installed to quickly archive pages and convert image files as I save them.

In summary:

Upload/store things in multiple places

Include credits wherever you can, however is easiest for you

Try to keep files in the most widely compatible formats (jpg, gif, bmp, png, tiff, mp3, mp4, txt, pdf, flac, etc). Google's .DOC, Clip Studio Paint's .CLIP, and similar file formats meant for a specific piece of software may not be supported in the future.

A bad/incomplete archive is better than no archive at all. Consider how exciting Sappho poetry fragments are compared to what it would be like if we didn't have anything. Don't worry about making it "perfect."

Hope that helps some!! I'll try to write the manifesto for my NC soon

[blindrapture]

Rapture: Before we begin.

We are about to start a long and involved process: I am about to start (tomorrow) posting OH GOD THE RAPTURE IS BURNING's final draft. As this story was first written here on this very tumblr, I have some experience with how to do this and what can go wrong.

Every day, with one single exception (May 22nd), I will post a chapter of the story (on both this tumblr and my Website). Each chapter is called a "log" (this story is also known as The Rapture Logs) and is titled with the day that it takes place. As the narrative persists from May 21st, 2011, to October 21st (and then a bit extra), I have elected to post the story now in the same way. The May 21st log will be posted on May 21st, the June 19th log will be posted on June 19th, et cetera.

As I much prefer to keep my hands on the 'product' even during delivery (there are many opportunities for something to go wrong), I do not plan on Scheduling any of these posts and will post them directly, myself, each day. I do not expect to adhere to a reliable schedule, so the exact time that a log is released may change per day. However, I may get into a rhythm. Can't promise anything. (If you want to.. what is it, Subscribe to my tumblr, make it so you get Notifications when I post? That may be a good idea. Up to you.)

After having done some testing, the exact method I use to bring these logs to tumblr this time causes some finicky formatting errors that tumblr does not allow me to fix. I've tried, many times, and they keep resetting. However, these errors are (so far) minor. When there is a long consecutive string of bolded or italicized text, for instance, you may see the bold/italics end before it should. If you see that kind of thing, I am 99% sure it is unintentional, and I am aware of it, and I am sorry. Hopefully it shouldn't be that distracting.

There are some... other missing features that the Website will have and the tumblr will not. So. The Website is the best way to read. And the tumblr will be here as a supplement, in case for some people it is just easier to stay on tumblr.

I am including links, at the bottom of each log, to the tumblr Table of Contents, and to the Next and Previous Logs. If you are following this release daily, the "Next" button will not function at first. Because the next log will not have been posted yet. Makes sense, but wanted to be clear.

Art will be included within the logs. Not every log. Not even many logs. But there will be art. And on those days, I will also post the art in a separate post after the log, giving full credit to the artist. There may be one exception I can think of, where the art is of a fundamental spoiler, and I'll.... figure something out for that event.

These logs are going to get long. They are not predictable. I mean, anything is predictable, and Rapture is easily long enough that you will start to engage with trying to predict it. But my point here is: Each day, ask your innermost heart, "Do I feel like reading this?" It is okay if the answer is "Not today." I do not require a certain number of Likes, Comments, and/or Subscribes before I post the remainder of the story. And this is not a Limited Release; Rapture will be available forever. I would like readers, of all stripes and sorts, including daily ones. But I also would like some spaghetti bolognese. Today might not be a spaghetti bolognese day, and I've made peace with that uncertainty. .....so, yeah, feel free to catch up with the story later if you must.

Now, let me remind you of the Trigger Warning that I had posted at the beginning of May.

Trigger Warnings: Sex, Gods, and Rock & Roll. (violence, to others and to the self. some swear words. teenage angst, cringe. death. insects. surrealism. symbolism. unpredictability of what will be explained and what won’t. sexual acts with dubious consent– you will be able to skip that part. religious iconography. and so much prog rock.)

The only joke in there is the word "some" before "swear words." I promise you, this story is not for everyone. I do not say that to brag; I say that to convey some of the responses I have gotten from previous drafts. I have accounted for one skip in the entire story, and it's pretty early on. Rapture hits the dubious consent theme in its least comfortable form early and then lays off of it. Being honest with you, earlier drafts did have more of it, and I cut out almost all of it, but I did not remove that early instance, even after eight big opportunities to do so. I deeply believe it is doing something beyond just shock. And so, if you choose to skip it, I have at least included a safe recap at the point where skippers resume.

That should be all the essential stuff. Now for some quick bits:

This story makes use of emoticons, including a couple that are not common. Keep in mind that every emoticon has eyes and a mouth. For instance: the .w. face is related to the owo face, but using the eyes from the ._. face. What .w. means is a sort of humble happiness, an "Aw, shucks!" (The < in <:D is intended as eyebrows, not a party hat.)

This story uses some real names, of people and places. The places are just... places. The people names are only used where permission was granted, and I explicitly only use them for the sake of aesthetic, personally enjoying the way a name looks or sounds. All the events and opinions portrayed are fictitious.

There is a caveat in the case of the main protagonist and narrator. He is a riddle of a self-insert, a caricatured snapshot in time of the author at 16. Think what you will about the merits of a self-insert. I promise you, every expectation you have has been taken care of. I promise you, I know what I am doing here.

Okay. That's a lot of words.

Honestly there's probably even more stuff I should say? But I don't want to overexplain this. Chances are, you're actually gonna be totally fine??? Chances are, Rapture in its final draft is totally readable, and not even all that shocking, and all this preparation is making it sound like it's gonna be way worse than it really is. That's the best-case scenario here. I'd rather be prepared.

So. So look. We are on tumblr. You have the ability to send me Asks. Ask me anything. Please, ask me anything. You want the best way to read? You want clarity on what the heck I was thinking when I wrote a weird opinion of Jordan's? You want to know when the story will get good? Ask me.

'Cause, starting tomorrow until the story's done, I'm only going to be posting about Rapture. I'm going full Rapture Mode. I will only reblog posts relevant to Rapture. I will only post links to the Website, or anything relevant to the story.

Right now, as of May 20th, I am still in the process of rewriting later sections of the story. I have hit some slowdown as there were some logs that took multiple days, but I am still over two months ahead of where you'll be, so there's a bit of buffer. I should be done around August? So you're watching me do a public performance here too. Trying to outrun my own story and finish it before the present catches up with me. We'll see. God, we'll see.

God, I hope my new readers are ready. Rapture was once called a "butchery of epistolary literature," are you ready to see what spawned that insult?

Am I ready to expose myself to the world once again?

Let's!!! Let's do this thing!!!

[the-mononoke-facade]

I’ve been meaning to ask for a while – you purchased the digital copy of Mononoke Shu from Bookwalker, yes?

How easily can you purchase it with non-Japanese currency? And is the format a downloadable PDF of sorts? I’m trying to find a more affordable/shipping-free alternative to getting my Mononoke merch fix ;u;

Yeah, I got it from Bookwalker for around $5 USD

I had to use google translate to figure out what it was saying while I was going through the checkout (it's only on the Japanese side of website so it's not translated), but other than having to run it through that, it was a pretty standard online shopping experience, just make the account if you don't have one already and then go through the putting in the payment info and then you can grab the book whenever you want from your account. The price is listed in yen but they don't seem to have an issue converting to dollars or euros

Annoyingly, if you do buy it through Bookwalker, they have a proprietary file format they use to where you can only view it on their website or their mobile app, which if your internet is reliable is...okay, but it's not like you can download it and access it and you own it, you're pretty much just buying access to it on Bookwalker. On the other hand (and I'm not saying you *should* do this necessarily but I will put it out there) there's nothing stopping you from going into the browser version of their reader and using the snipping tool on any part of the page you might find interesting...or the whole page...or flipping through and getting every page to ad hoc an offline version for use. You know. Hypothetically. It's not like Crunchyroll where it'll block out the contents of the screen when you're using any kind of screen recording tool. So...there is that. Again, hypothetically, do with that information what you will

Hope this helps :)

(And if you're looking for other shipping-free merch and don't already have them, I know that the manga adaptions for the show are on Bookwalker too, probably with the same deal, but I haven't actually nabbed those just yet. I sure do know that they went out of their way to make the medicine vendor real pretty though)

[deramin2]

How to edit captions with your video track

Why: I like making edits of my favorite series, but I hate redo captioning. But I also know quality captions are vital to some viewers (I also use them). To me adding captions is the bare minimum for release, but also hearing all the words and timing them or even re-timing existing captions is very hard with my disabilities and this has been a barrier to me releasing edits. But no more!

DaVinci Resolve lets you add a SubRip (SRT) subtitle track to any video and then edit it at the same time as the video. It also counts as an edit for the Go To Previous/Next Edit button. Con: You can't use the button to jump to big cuts in the video. Pro: You can now easily jump to the an existing timing for someone starting to talk.

DaVinci Resolve:

DaVinci Resolve is a professional video editor with widespread industry use that also has a no-strings-attached perpetual free version. It's got a ton of features in the free version that will more than cover basic editing. It's relatively easy to use (basic tutorials help). If you need more advanced tools you can upgrade to a full license. They don't pester you about it in the free version unless you try to use the advanced tools. I would already recommend using this program to anyone looking to get into video editing.

SRT Subtitles

The SRT subtitle standard is a type of text file that includes subtitles with timings and no formatting. They can be stored separately from a video file or embedded into certain files like MP4s. This is what you'll get if you download captions from YouTube (some YouTube downloaders embed them in the video, some don't). DVD rippers usually have several options. You want an SRT file. And there are websites that host fan-made or fan ripped subtitles for less officially obtained material. You can also make your own SRT file with timings within DaVinci Resolve or with an SRT editor. You can also use this to improve on official captions while making your edit.

A pro feature of DaVinci is it can do machine captioning and then you clean it up. You can also do this for free using YouTube by privately uploading the video, letting it auto-caption, and then editing the captions. You MUST edit machine captions. They are not accurate enough on their own to be accessible. But they can be a step in helping you get it done.

Extracting Embedded SRTs

DaVinci needs an SRT file to import captions. It doesn't seem to extract embedded SRT files from MP4s. Fortunately, it's very easy to extract them.

Subtitle Edit is an open source subtitle editor. It's a great tool if you're making your subtitles from scratch or editing existing ones.

For our purposes, simply open the video with the embedded subtitle track. Click save. Save the SRT file with a useful name somewhere convenient. I recommend using the same name as video it goes with in the same folder.

Adding a Subtitle Track to DaVinci

Rev Tutorial with text and video

Open your project in DaVinci Resolve. Add your SRT file to the bin.

Under "File" select "Import" then "Subtitle."

Or click the Import Media button and add it as normal.

From the bin, select your video and subtitles. Right-click them and select "Create New Timeline Using Selected Clips".

You should now have a timeline where the video and captions are reunited and can be edited together.

Editing the Subtitles

You can now move around the subtitles like any text overlay, including making them longer or shorter. If you click a subtitle you can edit the text and exact timing using numbers. Or edit the timing visually using the timeline. The Go To Previous/Next Edit button can now help you skip to a timing someone else made for you which is usually good enough for a fan cut, making your job easier. From the Edit view you can see the audio track visualizer along with the captions for a perfect cut.

Putting Your Tracks Together

If you're making a compilations, where's where things start to suck. The subtitles are not brought along when you next your clips. They will play over the video, but they won't export to an SRT video or be embedded. You're going to have to manually copy them. But at least now they're the correct length and you have them synced up. I would highly recommend you start your subtitles right at the beginning of the clip or put a fake one in to delete later.

Add your Timelines to a new timeline as usual.

Go to the timeline of the first clip.

With the clip at the beginning, right click the seeker bar and click the select to right button on the circular menu.

Use CTRL + left click to deselect the video/audio tracks. Copy the subtitle track.

Go to the combined timeline. Go to the start of your clip.

Paste the subtitles. You may have to add a subtitle track.

Copy the subtitles from the next clip.

Go to the combined timeline and move to the start of the that clip. Paste the new set in.

Rename your subtitle tracks with the language they're in or type.

Export

Go to the deliver tab. Choose the file name and location. If you're posting to YouTube, render as a single clip, and export to MP4. Under the Subtitle Settings, select "Export Subtitle", Format "As a separate file", and Export As "SRT Without Formatting". Select the subtitle tracks you want to export with the video.

Add to Render Queue. Then render the clips over on the right.

Uploading to YouTube

Upload the video as normal. At the Video Elements step, add subtitles. Select upload file, then with timings. Your subtitles should show up on the timeline and you can check they're correct and fix anything last minute. Do this for each language you add. Continue uploading as normal.

Conclusion

That's my process for adding existing subtitles to my videos. I've wanted something like this for ages so I was super pleased to learn Davinci Resolve has it. I hope this encourages other clip makers with some access to pre-made captions to use them for their videos. It's easy, free, and can even help speed up the editing process. It makes your videos much more accessible and creates a transcript that's searchable and timestamped for easy navigation and quote copying. I really recommend working this into your process so more fans who need captions can share in your work.

[hetubers]

How to Upload Video to He Tuber: A Step-by-Step Guide

Uploading a video to He Tuber can be a daunting task for beginners. However, with the right guidance, it can be a smooth and easy process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of uploading a video to He Tuber, so you can share your content with the world.

First, it's important to have a HeTuber account. If you don't have one already, you can create one for free. Once you're signed in, click on the camera icon in the top right corner of the screen. This will take you to the upload page, where you can select the video file you want to upload.

Before uploading your video, it's important to make sure it meets YouTube's guidelines. This includes ensuring that it's not too long, doesn't contain copyrighted material, and doesn't violate any community guidelines. Once you've confirmed that your video meets these requirements, you can proceed with the upload process. By following these simple steps, you'll be able to share your content with millions of viewers on YouTube.

Creating an Account

Sign-Up Process

To upload videos on He Tuber, users must first create an account. The sign-up process is straightforward and easy to follow. Users will need to provide their email address, username, and password to create an account.

After filling in the required fields, users will need to verify their email address by clicking on the verification link sent to their email. Once the email is verified, users can log in to their account and start uploading videos.

Profile Setup

After creating an account, users can set up their profile by adding a profile picture, a cover photo, and a bio. The profile picture and cover photo are essential components of a user's profile as they serve as the first impression for viewers. Users should choose a profile picture and cover photo that are relevant to their channel's content.

In the bio section, users can describe themselves and their channel. It's important to keep the bio concise and informative, highlighting what viewers can expect from the channel. Users should also include links to their social media accounts and website (if applicable) to help viewers connect with them outside of He Tuber.

Overall, creating an account and setting up a profile on He Tuber is a simple process that can be completed in just a few minutes. By following these steps, users can start uploading videos and building their audience on the platform.

Preparing Your Video

Before uploading a video to He Tuber, it's important to make sure it meets certain requirements and is edited and enhanced to the best of your ability. This section will cover those aspects of preparing your video.

Video Requirements

He Tuber has certain requirements for the videos that can be uploaded to the platform. These requirements ensure that the videos are of high quality and can be easily viewed by viewers. Here are the video requirements for He Tuber:

File size: Videos must be less than 128GB in size.

Length: Videos can be up to 12 hours long.

Resolution: He Tuber supports resolutions up to 8K.

Format: Videos must be in one of the following formats: MP4, AVI, WMV, MOV, MPEG, FLV, 3GP, and WebM.

Aspect ratio: He Tuber supports aspect ratios from 16:9 to 4:3.

Make sure your video meets these requirements before uploading it to He Tuber.

Editing and Enhancements

To make your video stand out on He Tuber, it's important to edit and enhance it to the best of your ability. Here are some tips for editing and enhancing your video:

Use a good video editing software: There are many video editing software options available, both free and paid. Choose one that suits your needs and skill level.

Cut out unnecessary footage: Make sure your video is concise and to the point. Cut out any footage that doesn't add value to the video.

Add transitions: Transitions can make your video look more professional and polished. Use them sparingly and appropriately.

Add music and sound effects: Music and sound effects can enhance the mood and tone of your video. Make sure they are appropriate and not too distracting.

Use color correction: Color correction can make your video look more vibrant and appealing. Use it to correct any color issues in your footage.

By following these tips, you can make sure your video is edited and enhanced to the best of your ability before uploading it to He Tuber.

Uploading the Video

Uploading a video to He Tuber is a simple process that can be done in just a few easy steps. In this section, we will guide you through the process of uploading a video to He Tuber.

File Selection

Before you can upload a video to He Tuber, you need to select the video file you want to upload. To do this, click on the "Select File" button on the upload page. This will open a file browser window that will allow you to select the video file you want to upload.

Once you have selected the file, you will see a progress bar that shows the upload progress. The length of time it takes to upload the video will depend on the size of the file and the speed of your internet connection.

Upload Options

After you have selected the video file, you will be presented with a number of upload options. These options allow you to customize the video's title, description, and tags. You can also choose whether you want the video to be public or private.

It is important to note that He Tuber has strict guidelines regarding the content that can be uploaded to the platform. Make sure that your video complies with these guidelines before you upload it.

In conclusion, uploading a video to He Tuber is a simple process that can be done in just a few easy steps. By following the instructions above, you can upload your video to He Tuber and share it with the world.

Video Details

Title and Description

When uploading a video to He Tuber, it is important to provide a clear and concise title and description. The title should accurately reflect the content of the video and be attention-grabbing to entice viewers to watch. The description should provide additional information about the video, such as the topic or purpose, and can include links to relevant websites or social media accounts.

Tags and Categories

Tags and categories help viewers find your video when searching on He Tuber. Choose tags that accurately describe the content of your video, and use relevant categories to make it easier for viewers to find your video. It is important to select tags and categories that are appropriate for your video to avoid misleading viewers.

Thumbnail Selection

The thumbnail is the image that viewers will see when browsing videos on He Tuber. It is important to select a thumbnail that accurately represents the content of your video and is attention-grabbing to entice viewers to click and watch. You can choose a thumbnail from the video itself or upload a custom thumbnail. It is recommended to use a high-quality image with clear and easy-to-read text if applicable.

Overall, providing accurate and attention-grabbing video details is crucial when uploading a video to He Tuber. By following these guidelines, you can help your video stand out and reach a wider audience.

Publishing Your Video

Once you have finished editing your video and are ready to share it with the world, it's time to publish it on He Tuber. Here are some important things to keep in mind when publishing your video.

Privacy Settings

He Tuber offers several privacy settings for your video. You can choose to make your video public, private, or unlisted. Public videos can be seen by anyone on the platform, while private videos can only be seen by people you invite. Unlisted videos can be viewed by anyone with the link, but they won't show up in search results or on your channel page.

When choosing your privacy settings, consider who you want to see your video and how you want it to be discovered. If you're uploading a personal video for friends and family, a private or unlisted setting may be best. If you're creating content for a wider audience, a public setting may be more appropriate.

Scheduling Release

If you want to publish your video at a specific time in the future, you can use He Tuber's scheduling feature. This allows you to set a date and time for your video to be published automatically.

Scheduling your video release can be useful if you want to build anticipation for your content or if you want to make sure your video goes live at a time when your audience is most active. It can also help you stay organized and plan your content strategy in advance.

To schedule your video release, simply select the "Schedule" option when uploading your video and choose the date and time you want it to go live.

By following these tips for publishing your video on He Tuber, you can ensure that your content is seen by the right audience and at the right time.

[alyanajuliet]

Elevate Your Designs: How PSD Mockups Can Transform Your Creative Projects!

In the world of design, presentation is everything. Whether you are a graphic designer, web developer, or marketing professional, the way you showcase your work can make a significant impact on its reception. This is where PSD mockups come into play. PSD, short for Photoshop Document, is a file format that allows designers to create and manipulate realistic, high-quality mockups. In this article, we explore the transformative power of PSD mockups and how they can elevate your creative projects to new heights.

1. Visual Realism: Bringing Designs to Life

One of the most compelling advantages of using PSD mockups is their ability to bring designs to life with visual realism. By integrating your designs into a mockup template, you can present them in a context that closely resembles the final product. Whether it's showcasing a website on various devices, presenting a branding concept on packaging, or displaying a poster in a realistic setting, PSD mockups provide a visually immersive experience that captures the essence of your design. This level of realism helps clients and stakeholders envision the end result, making it easier to communicate and sell your ideas.

2. Streamlined Workflow: Saving Time and Effort

In the fast-paced world of design, efficiency is key. PSD mockups offer a streamlined workflow that can save you valuable time and effort. Instead of starting from scratch and creating physical prototypes or coding entire websites, you can utilize pre-designed mockup templates. These templates are customizable, allowing you to easily insert your own designs and customize them to fit your specific project requirements. With ready-to-use mockups at your disposal, you can focus on perfecting the design itself, rather than spending hours on the technical aspects of presentation.

3. Consistency and Branding: Establishing a Cohesive Identity

Maintaining consistency and a cohesive brand identity is vital for any creative project. PSD mockups enable you to present your designs in a consistent and professional manner, aligning with your brand guidelines and visual aesthetics. By using mockup templates that are customized to match your brand elements, colors, and typography, you can create a cohesive visual identity across different platforms and mediums. This consistency not only enhances your brand's recognition and professionalism but also helps build trust and credibility among your target audience.

4. Client Engagement: Showcasing the Possibilities

When working with clients or stakeholders, it's crucial to showcase the possibilities and potential of your designs. PSD mockups provide an excellent platform for presenting multiple design variations and options. By presenting your designs in realistic settings and contexts, you can effectively demonstrate how they will look and function in real-world scenarios. This visual representation helps clients visualize the end product, fostering better understanding and engagement. Additionally, mockups allow for easy iteration and feedback, enabling you to make adjustments and revisions based on client preferences, leading to a more collaborative and satisfying design process.

Conclusion

PSD mockups are a game-changer in the world of design, offering numerous benefits that can transform your creative projects. From visual realism and streamlined workflows to consistency in branding and enhanced client engagement, mockups elevate your designs to new levels of professionalism and impact. By leveraging the power of PSD mockups, you can effectively communicate your ideas, impress clients and stakeholders, and ultimately deliver outstanding results that leave a lasting impression. Embrace the power of PSD mockups and unlock the true potential of your creative projects!

Check out: Download A4 Resume CV Free PSD Mockup

[juealhossain]

Best Technical eBook Template for Digital Marketers and Course Creators

The Ultimate Technical Ebook Template for Digital Marketers and Course Creators

Creating a technical ebook can feel overwhelming, especially for digital marketers and course creators. An ebook needs to look professional, convey complex ideas, and maintain brand consistency—all without taking too much time. If this sounds like your aim, using a pre-designed technical ebook template can be a game-changer. In this guide, we'll review the ultimate technical ebook template crafted to simplify your creation journey. Whether you're creating a marketing guide or an instructional course, this template offers structure, style, and substance.

What is a Technical Ebook Template?

A technical ebook template is a pre-made digital document format that organizes content in a visually pleasing, easy-to-read manner. It's tailored to help digital marketers, and course creators share their knowledge without spending hours on design. This template type is ideal for more detailed content, such as tutorials, educational content, or marketing insights.

Here's why digital marketers and course creators should consider using a technical ebook template:

Easy Customization: A good template doesn't require advanced design skills. Most templates are editable on platforms like Canva, making adding your branding, colors, and images easy.

Saves Time: Starting with a template means you skip the layout process and focus directly on your content.

Professional Look: A well-structured ebook improves readability, helping you present yourself as a knowledgeable professional.

Consistent Branding: These templates help keep your colors, logos, and style uniform, strengthening your brand identity.

Imagine trying to create an ebook from scratch. You'd have to decide on the layout, choose fonts, balance images and text, and ensure the design feels cohesive. A pre-made template does all this for you, allowing you to focus on the valuable content you're sharing.

Why This Template is Ideal for Digital Marketers and Course Creators

Clarity and design matter when it comes to digital marketing and course creation. Let's break down why this particular technical ebook template is ideal:

Designed for Lead Generation

Digital marketers often create ebooks to generate leads by offering them as free downloads. This template is crafted with lead generation in mind, with sections that include CTAs (Calls to Action), links to websites or courses, and social media buttons. These help guide readers to take the next step, like signing up for a webinar or subscribing to your email list.

Visual Appeal with Minimal Effort

The template uses a modern, clean design, which is excellent for tech-related content. It has placeholder sections for graphs, charts, and other visual data, allowing you to share data clearly and easily. A well-designed ebook captures attention and keeps readers engaged, making it a powerful tool for explaining complex information.

Branding Flexibility

One of the template's best features is its flexibility in branding. You can easily add your brand colors, logos, and fonts. For course creators, this is essential as it gives your content a personalized, professional feel. If you're working on multiple ebooks or course materials, consistent branding will help readers recognize your work and feel connected to your brand.

Versatile Layouts

A template with versatile layouts means you can adapt it for various uses. Whether creating a long-form ebook or a shorter instructional guide, this template includes different styles of pages—like cover pages, section dividers, image-only pages, and bullet-point layouts. This variety allows you to structure your ebook in a way that makes complex information easy to digest.

By now, you can probably see how much more straightforward your ebook creation process could be with this template. It's like having a foundation to build on, where you only need to fill in your unique content.

How to Use the Technical Ebook Template

Using this technical ebook template is straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Download and Open the Template

Most templates are downloadable and compatible with programs like Canva or PowerPoint. Once downloaded, open the file in your preferred program. Canva is an online tool that requires no software installation.

Replace Placeholder Content

The template will have text and image placeholders. Start by replacing these with your text. Consider including practical tips or case studies if you're a digital marketer. Course creators can add educational insights and step-by-step instructions. Keep sentences short and straightforward for easier understanding.

Customize the Design

Adjust the colors, fonts, and images to match your brand. For instance, if your brand color is blue, change all the headers or important sections to a shade of blue. Customizing the template ensures that it represents your brand, making the ebook uniquely yours.

Add Visual Elements

Visual aids like charts, icons, or images can make technical content more engaging. Please place them in the designated sections in the template. Ensure that visuals are relevant and easy to understand so readers can follow along even if they need to be tech-savvy.

Include Call-to-Actions (CTAs)

Remember to add CTAs at strategic points in your ebook. You might want readers to visit your website, subscribe to a newsletter, or enroll in your course. Use simple language for your CTAs. For example, instead of "Sign up now to unlock exclusive content," try "Sign up for more tips."

The technical ebook template does most of the design work, allowing you to focus on content. However, by following these steps, you can add your own touch, ensuring the final product is polished and professional.

Pricing for the Ultimate Tech

One-Time Payment

Cost: $39 (discounted from $69 for a limited time)

Benefits: A single payment grants you lifetime access to the template, so you can use it for multiple projects without paying again. This one-time payment model is ideal for long-term use, especially if you frequently create ebooks.

What's Included

Instant Download: Once purchased, you'll receive the template immediately, allowing you to start immediately.

Fully Customizable: The template is compatible with Canva (free version), so you don't need extra software. It's ready to edit, with sections for text, images, and branding elements.

46 Pages of Versatile Layouts: You'll have access to cover pages, content layouts, call-to-action pages, and more. Each page is designed to improve readability and visual appeal, helping your ebook stand out.

Why It's Worth the Investment

Cost-Effective: Compared to hiring a designer, which can cost hundreds of dollars per ebook, this template offers a budget-friendly option without sacrificing quality.

Long-Term Use: The template is unlimitedly reusable, so you can adapt it for different ebooks, making it an excellent value for content creators and marketers who need regular, professional-quality designs.

With this pricing model, you get high-quality design without recurring costs, making it a practical choice for digital marketers and course creators aiming to make a lasting impact without overspending.

Why Choose This Technical Ebook Template?

Opting for this technical ebook template offers several advantages that make the content creation much more accessible, especially for digital marketers and course creators. Here are some compelling reasons:

Professional Design Without the Cost

Hiring a designer can be expensive, and creating an ebook from scratch requires time and skill. This template offers a ready-made solution, so you don't have to worry about layout, font pairings, or design elements. Everything is structured professionally, giving you a polished look without the price tag of hiring a designer.

User-Friendly Customization

The template is designed to be easily customized, even for those without design experience. With drag-and-drop functionality, you can modify colors, fonts, images, and text to reflect your brand's style. This flexibility makes it simple to create a unique, branded ebook that looks like you put in hours of design work.

Consistency in Branding

A consistent design helps build trust and recognition. This template lets you apply your brand colors, logo, and preferred fonts across all pages, ensuring every ebook feels cohesive. For digital marketers, this consistency helps reinforce brand identity, and for course creators, it adds professionalism to instructional content.

Time-Saving and Efficient

A pre-designed template saves a significant amount of time. Rather than working out every detail from scratch, you can dive right into writing and arranging your content. The template has optimized layouts for text, images, and call-to-action sections, helping you focus on delivering value rather than design.

Engagement-Boosting Layouts

A well-designed ebook captures and retains attention. This template includes a variety of page layouts that make reading more accessible and engaging. You can choose from different styles for cover pages, text and image sections, and call-to-action prompts, ensuring that each part of your ebook looks visually appealing and well-organized.

Ideal for Lead Generation and Conversion

Generating leads is essential for digital marketers, and this template is structured with that goal in mind. With designated spaces for CTAs, social media links, and website URLs, it's easier to guide readers toward specific actions.

Choosing this technical ebook template helps streamline your content creation process, making it a smart investment for digital marketers and course creators who want to easily create professional, impactful ebooks.

Final Thoughts

Creating a technical ebook can be easy and quick. With a well-designed template, you can quickly turn your ideas into a polished product, allowing you to share your knowledge, establish authority, and generate leads. This technical ebook template is handy for digital marketers and course creators, offering them a shortcut to professional ebook creation.

Conclusion

The ultimate technical ebook template allows digital marketers and course creators to create engaging, branded content without hassle. This template will save time, ensure a cohesive design, and deliver content readers can understand and enjoy. Start with a template, add your insights, and customize it to reflect your brand. This approach will make your ebook valuable and visually appealing, helping you reach a wider audience.

FAQ

1. Do I need any design skills to use this template?

No, the template is designed to be user-friendly. Platforms like Canva make it easy to customize, even for beginners.

2. Can I use this template multiple times?

Once you download it, you can use it for multiple projects, adjusting the content and visuals to fit each new ebook.

3. Will I need a paid Canva account?

Most templates are compatible with Canva's free version, so you don't need to pay for a premium account.

4. How much time will I save with this template?

You can save hours of design time, especially if you're unfamiliar with creating layouts.

[megaottiptv4k]

IPTV M3U: How to Get the Best M3U Playlists

Imagine being able to watch your favorite shows and channels without ever having to pay a cable subscription. M3U playlists on IPTV have been known to gain momentum in this regard, growing in massive leaps and bounds—rivaling even Netflix and Hotstar.

If you love movies, sports, or new shows, IPTV M3U playlists will change your TV experience. Such playlists grant access to an immense number of free channels from your phone, tablet, or smart TV. Of course, the real challenge is in finding the right IPTV M3U download. In this comprehensive guide, we will cover the entire process—from finding playlists to setting them up, and even staying on the right side of IPTV legality.

Key Takeaways:

Popularity: In recent times, IPTV using M3U playlists has surged in popularity.

Global Streaming: With an M3U URL, you can stream any channel from literally every part of the world on a player that supports IPTV.

Regional Options: There are region-specific playlists; for Canada alone, there’s the Ontario-123, among others.

Reliability: Paid services of M3U URLs mostly offer better reliability and quality of streams.

Updates: Forums and websites like Telegram and Reddit provide up-to-date information on M3U playlists.

IPTV M3U playlists have been a game-changer, making streaming incredibly accessible with a vast array of channels. As more subscribers switch to this format, services such as IPTV Smarters, Kodi, and VLC make it further effortless to set up and enjoy viewing just like you would on traditional TV.

What is an IPTV M3U URL?

An IPTV M3U URL acts like a playlist, referring to links for media streams and helping players like VLC or IPTV Smarters organize these into a slick lineup for you to watch. These URLs provide ease of access and personalization in your choices.

Free vs. Paid M3U Playlists

Free M3U playlists can be found easily but may come with reliability issues.

Paid options generally offer more channels, higher stream quality, and better customer support.

Where to Find Reliable M3U Playlists

As you search for IPTV M3U URLs, GitHub and Telegram are hot spots—not just popular, but fresh and up-to-date. Forums and aggregation sites sort playlists into sports, entertainment, news, and more, making it a piece of cake to find what you want.

Device Setup of IPTV M3U Playlists

Setting up an M3U playlist is straightforward across VLC Player, Kodi, and Android apps.

VLC Player: Open VLC, go to Network Stream, and insert your M3U URL.

Kodi: Download Kodi, then configure PVR IPTV Simple Client by adding your M3U playlist.

Android Apps: Use IPTV apps like IPTV Smarters Pro, where you can stream by uploading your playlist.

Solving Common IPTV Problems

IPTV playlists sometimes buffer, and some links may break. For smooth streaming, ensure a good internet connection. If links lack validity, refresh once or twice or change the player to resolve issues.

Advantages of IPTV M3U Playlists

IPTV M3U playlists allow access to worldwide channels, providing a full-packed mixture of shows and genres—all in one place. Getting the best M3U lists offers flexibility without subscribing to multiple services.

Staying Safe and Legal with IPTV

The legality of IPTV varies. In many regions, watching IPTV is legal, but sharing unauthorized content is not. Stick with licensed, well-reputed services, and consider using a VPN for privacy to stay within legal boundaries.

Conclusion

M3U playlists for IPTV can transform your TV-watching experience. To unlock a world of global entertainment, simply select reliable sources, update your playlists regularly, and use compatible players.

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Source Links

https://blog.rdphostings.com/iptv-github/ – IPTV Playlist Github 8000 Worldwide 2024 [Publicly M3U List]

https://medium.com/@etsy.plateforme/m3u-lists-your-ultimate-guide-to-iptv-playlists-and-more-44eb434e2f0b – M3U Lists: Your Ultimate Guide to IPTV Playlists and More

https://medium.com/@teleinformation7/understanding-iptv-playlists-a-comprehensive-guide-c4cddafc2154 – Understanding IPTV Playlists: A Comprehensive Guide

https://www.theiptvguide.com/iptv-guide/ – The IPTV Guide – The Ultimate IPTV Guide (2024)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M3U – M3U

https://medium.com/@hshjeiejsaghaush/what-is-the-m3u-list-and-how-to-find-the-server-address-db76b3a0e3bb – What is the M3U list and How to find the Server Address?

https://magicaliptv.com/m3u/ – M3U IPTV Playlist

https://community.getchannels.com/t/where-to-find-other-reliable-m3u-epg/28433 – Where To Find Other Reliable M3U & EPG

https://www.comparitech.com/iptv/set-up-iptv-perfect-player/ – How to Set Up IPTV on Perfect Player | Comparitech

https://iptvtester.com/simple-iptv-player/ – Simple IPTV Player – How to Install and Add M3U URL – IPTV Tester

https://forums.nextpvr.com/showthread.php?tid=64550 – Adding multiple IPTV devices

https://www.techkings.org/threads/how-to-make-a-m3u-playlist.164926/ – How to make a m3u playlist?

https://www.isitiptv.com/working-iptv-m3u-playlist-urls-list/ – 400+ Working IPTV M3U Playlist URLs [Updated List] – Is It IPTV

https://www.techedubyte.com/github-iptv-8000-channels/ – IPTV Playlist Github 8000 Worldwide 2024 – Tech Edu Byte

https://www.firesticktricks.com/iptv-players.html – Best IPTV Players (2024) for FireStick, Android, Windows

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/iptv-player-play-m3u-playlist/id1303327384 – ‎IPTV Player: play m3u playlist

https://www.firesticktricks.com/iptv-buffering-and-freezing.html – How to Fix IPTV Buffering and Freezing Issues (2024)

http://fmuser.org/news/IPTV-encoder/How-to-solve-Iptv-freezing-or-sound-issues/ – What is IPTV? How To Solve IPTV Buffering or Freezing?

http://www.criticalblast.com/articles/2021/06/27/most-common-iptv-smarters-problems-you-might-encounter-your-firestick – Most Common IPTV Smarters Problems You Might Encounter on Your Firestick

https://norantinatv.com/the-advantages-of-using-norantinatv-with-m3u-and-mag-devices/ – The Advantages of Using NorantinaTV with M3U and MAG Devices

https://iprovpn.com/blog/what-is-m3u-playlist/ – What is M3U Playlist? Get The Best M3U Playlist Download Links!

https://megaottiptv4k.com/discover-why-megaott-is-the-best-iptv-provider/– Finding the Best IPTV Playlist for Your Needs

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https://www.lemmymorgan.com/is-iptv-legal/ – Is IPTV legal? Can one Subscribe to these Services without Issues?

https://troypointinsider.com/t/m3u-legal-playlists/85412 – M3u legal playlists

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PTE Mock Test Free: The Best Way to Prepare for PTE Academic

PTE mock tests help you practice, improve time management, and build confidence. Access free tests online to prepare effectively for the PTE Academic exam.

The PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic exam is important for students and professionals who need to prove their English language proficiency. Preparing for the PTE can be challenging, but one of the best ways to get ready is by taking the PTE mock test free. These practice tests help you understand the exam format, manage your time, and identify areas for improvement. The good news is that you can find free PTE mock tests online. This article will guide you through the benefits of taking PTE mock tests and how to make the most of them.

What is a PTE Mock Test?

A PTE mock test is a practice test designed to simulate the real PTE Academic exam. It includes questions similar to those you will face in the actual exam. Mock tests usually cover all the sections of the PTE exam, including:

Speaking and Writing (54-67 minutes)

Reading (29-30 minutes)

Listening (30-43 minutes)

By taking a PTE mock test, you can practice answering these questions within the given time limits and in a test-like environment. It gives you a clear idea of how well you are prepared.

Why Should You Take a Free PTE Mock Test?

Here are some key reasons why taking free PTE mock tests is beneficial:

Familiarize Yourself with the Test FormatThe PTE Academic test has a unique format, and if you are not familiar with it, it can be overwhelming. Taking mock tests helps you understand the types of questions you will encounter, how long each section will take, and how to navigate through the test.

Improve Time ManagementTime management is crucial during the PTE test. Each section has specific time limits, and if you spend less time on one question, you might run out of time for others. Mock tests teach you how to pace yourself and ensure that you complete all sections on time.

Identify Strengths and WeaknessesFree PTE mock tests can help you figure out which areas you are good at and which areas need improvement. For example, you might find that you excel in the listening section but need more practice in the speaking section. Knowing your weaknesses allows you to focus your study efforts effectively.

Build ConfidenceYou will feel more assured on test day the more you practice. Free PTE mock tests allow you to test yourself without the pressure of the real exam. As you see improvement in your scores, your confidence will grow.

Where Can You Find Free PTE Mock Tests?

Several websites offer free PTE mock tests that are easily accessible online. These websites provide full-length tests as well as practice questions for individual sections. Some of the popular platforms where you can find free PTE mock tests include:

Pearson's official website: Pearson, the creator of the PTE exam, offers a range of free practice materials, including sample questions.

YouTube: Many PTE experts and educators upload free PTE mock tests and tips on YouTube.

PTE coaching centers: Some coaching centers offer free mock tests as part of their online study resources.

Make sure to choose a platform that provides mock tests with accurate scoring so you can track your progress effectively.

How Can I Get the Most Out of PTE Practice Exams?

To get the best results from free PTE mock tests, follow these tips:

Take the Test in a Quiet PlaceSimulate exam conditions by taking the mock test in a quiet environment, just like on the actual test day.

Review Your AnswersAfter completing a mock test, go back and review your answers carefully. Look at both the correct and incorrect responses to understand your mistakes.

Track Your ProgressNote your results for every practice exam. This will help you see how much you are improving over time and which areas still need work.

Stay ConsistentRegularly take free PTE mock tests as part of your study plan. The more you practice, the better.

Conclusion

The PTE mock test free is a valuable resource for anyone preparing for the PTE Academic exam. They help you get used to the test format, improve your time management, and identify your strengths and weaknesses. With consistent practice and careful review, you can boost your confidence and improve your chances of achieving a high score on the actual PTE exam. Take advantage of the free resources available online and make mock tests an important part of your study plan.

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How to Compress JPG Images Easily: A Practical Guide

Learn how to compress JPG images easily with practical tips, tools, and insights. Discover ways to reduce image size without sacrificing quality using online converters like A2Z Converter.

In the digital age, images are an integral part of our online communication, but large image files can slow down websites, eat up storage space, and lead to slower loading times. JPG (or JPEG) is one of the most common image formats, but it often needs compression to maintain web performance and save storage. Luckily, there are several easy ways to compress JPG images without sacrificing quality. In this blog post, we'll explore practical tips, trends, and tools for compressing JPG images effectively.

Whether you are a photographer, web designer, or casual user, this guide will show you how to easily compress JPG images, including online tools like A2Z Converter to make the process smooth and efficient.

Why Compress JPG Images?

Compressing JPG images has several advantages:

Improves Website Speed: Smaller images load faster, improving the user experience and increasing SEO rankings.

Saves Storage Space: Compressing images allows you to store more files without taking up much space.

Easier Sharing: Compressed images are quicker to upload and share via email, messaging apps, or social media.

With that in mind, let’s dive into the best ways to compress your JPG files.

Practical Tips for Compressing JPG Images

1. Use Online Image Compression Tools

One of the easiest ways to compress JPG images is by using an online image compression tool. These platforms allow you to upload your JPG file and get a compressed version without installing any software.

Top Online Tools:

A2Z Converter: This versatile platform allows you to compress JPG files quickly and for free. It's particularly useful for those looking for a straightforward, no-fuss solution.

TinyPNG: Another widely popular tool, which also supports JPG files.

CompressJPEG: A simple, effective tool that compresses multiple images simultaneously.

How to Use A2Z Converter to Compress JPG Images:

Go to A2Z Converter.

Select the “JPG Compress” option from the menu.

Upload your JPG file.

Adjust the compression settings if needed.

Download the compressed image within seconds.

2. Adjust the Image Quality Manually

If you have access to photo editing software like Photoshop or GIMP, you can manually adjust the quality of your image to reduce file size. Here's how you can do this:

In Photoshop:

Open the JPG file.

Go to File > Save As and choose JPG format.

Adjust the quality slider to reduce the image size.

Click Save.

In GIMP:

Open the JPG file.

Click File > Export As, and choose JPG.

Adjust the compression level on the slider.

Click Export.

Both methods allow you to find a balance between file size and image quality.

3. Reduce Image Dimensions

One effective way to reduce the size of your JPG file without compromising much on quality is by reducing the image dimensions (height and width). This is especially useful for web pages where full-resolution images are unnecessary.

Resizing Tools: You can use online resizing tools or photo editors to resize the dimensions of your image. If you're using A2Z Converter, the tool allows you to not only compress but also resize your images for additional space savings.

4. Batch Compress Multiple JPG Images

For those who need to compress many images at once, batch compression tools save a lot of time. Many online tools, including A2Z Converter, offer batch processing options, allowing you to upload and compress multiple images in one go.

Steps for Batch Compression:

Go to A2Z Converter.

Select the “Batch Compress JPG” option.

Upload multiple files at once.

Adjust compression settings if needed and download the compressed images.

5. Use Image Compression Plugins for Websites

For those managing websites, especially on WordPress, image compression plugins can automatically optimize images as you upload them. Some of the best plugins include:

Smush: Automatically compresses images in WordPress without compromising quality.

ShortPixel: Offers both lossy and lossless compression.

These plugins ensure your website remains fast without you manually compressing each image.

Latest Trends in JPG Compression

1. AI-Based Compression Tools

AI-powered tools are becoming increasingly popular for image compression. These tools use machine learning to intelligently compress images without visible loss in quality. Services like Google’s Guetzli and JPEG XL are leading this trend, and it is only a matter of time before AI becomes a mainstream feature in image compression tools.

2. Lossless Compression

While lossy compression removes some of the image data to reduce file size, lossless compression maintains the original quality. Though the file size reduction is not as drastic, lossless compression is ideal for professionals who need high-quality images without data loss.

3. WebP Conversion

Many websites are moving towards WebP, a format that offers better compression without significant quality loss. However, JPG remains dominant, and compressing JPG files is still a highly relevant task.

For those interested in converting images to WebP format, A2Z Converter also offers a WebP conversion tool.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Compressing JPG Images

Over-compressing: Compressing your image too much can lead to significant quality loss. Use a moderate compression setting.

Ignoring Image Dimensions: Reducing file size without resizing the dimensions often results in suboptimal performance. Always resize your images to fit their intended display size.

Not Testing the Image: Always preview your compressed image to ensure the quality is acceptable before using it.

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ICO to PNG: How to Convert Icons into Images for Free

In today’s digital world, images play a critical role in enhancing user experiences across websites and apps. One commonly used image format is ICO (Icon), which is ideal for creating favicons and application icons. However, ICO files may not always be compatible with your design or development tools. That's where converting ICO to PNG comes in handy. In this blog, we’ll show you how to easily convert your ICO files into PNG format for free using online tools.

Why Convert ICO to PNG?

PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a popular image format due to its high-quality, lossless compression and transparency features, making it perfect for web design, icons, and graphic design. Unlike ICO files, PNGs are widely supported across various platforms, making them more versatile for different projects.

Steps to Convert ICO to PNG for Free

Choose a Free Online ICO to PNG Converter There are many free tools available online that can help you convert ICO files to PNG quickly. One such tool is the ICO to PNG converter available on ilovetoolss.com, which provides a fast and simple interface.

Upload Your ICO File After visiting the converter page, simply click the "Upload" button and select your ICO file from your computer.

Convert the File Once uploaded, the tool will give you the option to convert your ICO to PNG format. Click "Convert," and the file will be processed in seconds.

Download the PNG File After the conversion is complete, download your new PNG file, ready for use in your projects!

Advantages of Using Online Converters

No Software Installation: You don’t need to download or install any programs. Everything is done online.

Free and Fast: Most converters, including ilovetoolss.com, are free to use and provide instant results.

Quality Retention: You can be sure that your PNG file will maintain its quality and support transparency.

Conclusion

Converting ICO to PNG is a simple and essential step for web designers, developers, and anyone who works with icons. Whether you need to change formats for compatibility reasons or simply want a more versatile image file, online tools like ilovetoolss.com make the process quick and easy.

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Online book shopping offers a number of benefits compared to traditional in-store shopping

Here are some key advantages:

1. Convenience:

   - 24/7 Availability: Online stores are open all the time, allowing you to shop whenever it’s convenient for you—day or night.

   - No Physical Limitations: You can browse and purchase books from anywhere in the world, eliminating the need to visit a physical bookstore.

2. Wider Selection:

   - Access to Global Titles: Online bookstores often have a much larger selection of books compared to local stores, including international titles, rare books, and out-of-print editions.

   - E-books and Audiobooks: In addition to physical copies, online stores offer digital formats like eBooks and audiobooks, which can be instantly downloaded.

3. Better Prices and Discounts:

   - Price Comparison: Online shopping allows you to easily compare prices across multiple websites to ensure you're getting the best deal.

   - Frequent Discounts: Many online book retailers offer regular promotions, discounts, and special offers, making it more affordable to buy books online.

   - Used Book Options: Many platforms allow you to buy secondhand books at much lower prices.

4. User Reviews and Recommendations:

   - Customer Reviews: Online book retailers often feature reviews and ratings from other readers, helping you make more informed purchasing decisions.

   - Recommendations: Many sites provide personalized recommendations based on your browsing history or previous purchases, making it easier to discover new books that fit your interests.

5. Delivery to Your Doorstep:

   - Home Delivery: Online bookstores ship directly to your door, saving you the hassle of going out to buy a book. Many sites also offer free or discounted shipping, especially for bulk orders.

   - Global Shipping: Some online stores, like Book Depository or Wordery, offer free worldwide shipping, giving you access to books regardless of where you live.

6. Easy Access to Rare and Out-of-Print Books:

   - Specialized Book Searches: Online marketplaces like AbeBooks and Alibris allow you to search for rare, collectible, and out-of-print books that may be difficult to find in physical stores.

   - Direct Contact with Sellers: These platforms often connect you with independent sellers or collectors, providing access to unique titles.

7. No Crowds or Pressure:

   - Relaxed Shopping Experience: Shopping online eliminates the stress of crowded bookstores, long queues, or limited in-store stock.

   - No Pressure to Buy: You can take your time to read reviews, explore recommendations, or compare prices without feeling the pressure to make a quick decision.

8. Environmental Benefits:

   - Reduced Carbon Footprint: E-books and audiobooks reduce the need for printing and shipping physical copies, contributing to environmental sustainability.

   - Less Transportation: When you shop online, you reduce the need for driving to stores, which helps in minimizing transportation-related carbon emissions.

9. Gift Options:

   - Easy Gifting: Many online bookshops allow you to send books as gifts directly to the recipient’s address, often with gift wrapping and personalized messages.

   - Digital Gifting: eBooks or audiobooks can be instantly gifted and sent electronically, making them great for last-minute presents.

10. Access to Reviews and Author Information:

   - Detailed Information: Online book platforms often provide detailed descriptions, author bios, and critical reviews that can help you better understand the book’s content and context.

   - Preview Options: Many platforms, like Amazon, offer “Look Inside” or free sample chapters, allowing you to preview a book before buying it.

11. Faster and Instant Access (for Digital Books):

   - Immediate Availability: Digital books like eBooks or audiobooks can be downloaded instantly after purchase, allowing you to start reading or listening right away without waiting for shipping.

Conclusion:

Online book shopping offers convenience, access to a wider variety of titles, better prices, and flexibility that traditional bookstores may not provide. Whether you prefer physical copies or digital formats, shopping for books online simplifies the process and enhances your overall reading experience.