How To Design A Banner

Introduction

1. Why Create A Banner
   We'll begin by discussing the reasons why you might want to create banner advertisements.
   
   
2. Choosing A File Format
   There are several different file formats that you can use for creating banners, in this chapter, we'll look at the advantages and disadvantages of each.
   
   
3. Goals In Designing A Banner
   Next we'll discuss goals in designing banners. In other words, what makes a good banner?
   
   
4. Creating Banners With Painting Software
   The most common way (but not necessarily the easiest) way to create banners is to use a painting or drawing program.
   
   
5. Specialist Banner Creation Software
   In this chapter, we'll look at specialist programs which are intended just for creating banners.
   
   
6. Online Banner Generators
   Finally, we'll look at some online tools that can create banners for you.

• Banner Advertisements (Definition)
  
  
• Choosing Banner Design Software
  
  
• How To Display Banners

• Banner Generator Pro (Advert)
  
  Self-contained program for creating banners.
  
  
  
• Easy Banner Creator (Advert)
  
  Self-contained program for creating professional-quality banners.
  
  
  
• Easy Banner Maker (Advert)
  
  Adobe Photoshop templates for creating banners.
  
  
  
• GIF Animator 5.0
  
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