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whitepaper Robust Software for Computing Camera Motion Parameters2007-12-20 Hewlett-Packard (HP)
  This paper revisits the method of Tsai, Huang, and Zhu for the computation of camera motion parameters in computer vision. It elucidates some spectral properties of the homography matrices that arise, which are rank-one perturbations of rotation matrices. The paper shows how to correct for noise by finding the rank-one perturbation of a rotation closest to a give matrix. The paper illustrates some of the inaccuracies and computational failures that can arise when using the formulas given by Tsai, and it proposes new formulas that avoid these pitfalls. A computational experiment shows that the new methods are indeed quite robust.   
whitepaper Keyboard Shortcuts for SmartArt Graphics2007-12-01 Microsoft
  The keyboard shortcuts described in this paper refer to the U.S. keyboard layout. Keys on other layouts might not correspond exactly to the keys on a U.S. keyboard. In the Microsoft Office program where one wants to insert the graphic, press ALT, then N, and then M to open the SmartArt Graphic dialog box. Press UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW to select the type of graphic that one wants, Press TAB to move to the Layout task pane, Press the arrow keys to select the layout that one wants and Press ENTER to insert the selected layout.

Tags: Word Processing		   
whitepaper Present Data in a Chart or Graph2007-12-01 Microsoft
  Office Word 2007 includes many different types of charts and graphs that one can use to inform the audience about inventory levels, organizational changes, sales figures, and much more. Charts are fully integrated with Office Word 2007. When one has Excel installed, one can create Excel charts in Word by clicking the Chart button on the Ribbon (Insert tab, Illustrations group), and then by using the chart tools to modify or format the chart. Charts that one creates will be embedded in Office Word 2007, and the chart data is stored in an Excel worksheet that is incorporated in the Word file.

Tags: Word Processing		   
whitepaper Draw Flowcharts With Word and PowerPoint2007-12-01 Microsoft Tips
  For someone who needs to draw a diagram, such as a flowchart, but is not sure if he or she should use Word or PowerPoint, this paper is useful. Word is a word-processing program that includes drawing tools, whereas PowerPoint is geared toward slide presentations and drawing. Both are easy to use, but which is better? This paper explains how Andy and Stacey use each program to draw a flowchart.

Tags: Word Processing, Presentation Software		   
whitepaper Create Professional-Quality Graphics for Your Documents2007-12-01 Microsoft Tips
  The document lives in Microsoft Office Word 2003, and that's exactly where it belongs. Word is all about creating great documents. However, when one wants to add graphics to the document, keep the other Microsoft Office System programs in mind as well. When one uses the best program for the task, one will often get better results with less work. Use Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003 and Microsoft Office Excel 2003 to help create graphics for one's Word documents, and one might be surprised at just how easy it can be to get the perfect graphic every time. In this paper, one learns how to use other Office programs and features - including PowerPoint, Excel, and Microsoft Office Clip Art - to add effective graphics to the documents.

Tags: Word Processing		   
whitepaper Create Your Own Mobile Using Clip Art2007-12-01 Microsoft Tips
  Mobiles are a great way to customize a child's room or add some flair to that dark corner that is gathering dust and cobwebs. This project is fun for the whole family, so be sure to get the kids involved. This method of creating a mobile offers a twist to conventional methods by using vellum, a thick and translucent type of paper. By printing on vellum, one can see the image on the paper through the reverse side. There are endless ways to personalize one's own mobile project, so don't be afraid to get creative.

Tags: Word Processing		   
whitepaper Edit Clip Art in Word2007-12-01 Microsoft Tips
  Clip art makes a great addition to a Microsoft Office Word document by adding character and color. While graphics are often added for personal or entertainment purposes, there are ways one can make them look professional and appealing in any type of document, whether it's an article, newsletter, or business card. The Clip Art task pane in Word makes searching for clips simple because it lets one search the Clip Art and Media site on Office Online from right within Word. When one sees a clip one likes on the site, simply click the clip and drag it into the document.

Tags: Word Processing		   
whitepaper 5 Tips for Using Clip Art and Graphics2007-12-01 Microsoft Tips
  One can add visual interest to the Microsoft Office documents easily by using clip art and graphic images. However, their inclusion shouldn't be haphazard. When using clip art or other images, the following tips can help one avoid making simple mistakes. Before one adds a clip or image to the document, be sure that it makes sense in the context one is using it in, and that one is not including it just because it's pretty. For example, one may want to include a piece of clip art or an image if it illustrates a point, supports the message one is trying to convey, and will be readily understood by readers.

Tags: Word Processing		   
whitepaper Graphics File Types Word Can Use2007-12-01 Microsoft Tips
  One can insert many popular graphics file formats (file format: The way in which information is stored in a file so that a program can open and save the file. A file's structure defines how it is stored and displayed. File format is indicated by a three-letter extension after the file name, such as .doc.) into one's document either directly or with the use of separate graphics filters. One does need a graphics filter installed to insert all other graphics file formats listed below. If one didn't install the filter he or she needs when they installed Microsoft Word on the computer, one can run the setup program again and add the graphics filter.

Tags: Word Processing		   
whitepaper About Graphics in Word2007-12-01 Microsoft Tips
  There are two basic types of graphics that one can use to enhance the Microsoft Word documents: drawing objects (drawing object: Any graphic one draws or insert, which can be changed and enhanced. Drawing objects include AutoShapes, curves, lines, and WordArt.) and pictures (picture: A file (such as a metafile) that one can ungroup and manipulate as two or more objects, or a file that stays as a single object (such as bitmaps).). Drawing objects include AutoShapes, diagrams, curves, lines, and WordArt drawing objects. These objects are part of the Word document. Use the Drawing toolbar to change and enhance these objects with colors, patterns, borders, and other effects.

Tags: Word Processing		   


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