How to Create a 'Polaroid' Snapshot With Poladroid

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to the website and download Poladroid.

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   Step 2: Install it by it and then running the installation file.

   , The above screenshot is what you will see next (results may vary depending on your desktop). , When the picture is 'taken'
   
   you will hear the whirring sound of a Polaroid machine.
   
   As the picture 'develops'
   
   you will see it happen. , Hint: if you want to speed up the process, shake your image from right to left.
   
   Once the image is ready, a bell rings and the image is marked up with a red cross.
   
   That will enable you to delete the picture easily, if you don't like the results.
   
   The final file (in JPEG format) will be generated in the same folder than the original image or your ‘Images’ folder, depending on your settings in the preferences. ,, If you will be doing a lot of pictures, it might be a good idea to have them all go into the same place.
   
   To do that, click on the blue icon and go to Settings.
   
   Make your adjustments there.
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   Step 3: Double click on the icon.

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   Step 4: Drag your picture to the brown area in front of the camera.

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   Step 5: Wait several minutes until the photo is finished.

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   Step 6: Watch as your memories develop.

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   Step 7: Change the destination folder.

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