Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the process of converting non-digital photos to JPEG or GIF formats for uploading to image hosting platforms like Photobucket. Participants explore methods for scanning and saving images in the required formats, addressing both technical steps and potential confusion regarding file types.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation, Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant asks how to change a photo on their computer to a JPEG or GIF format, clarifying that it is not a digital photo.
- Another participant inquires about the type of file being used.
- Some participants suggest that if the photo is not digital, it must be scanned in before conversion.
- One participant describes a method for saving images as JPEG or GIF using a Mac, indicating that similar steps should apply to PCs.
- Another participant recommends using MS Paint to save the image in the desired format.
- A later reply suggests trying a different image hosting service.
- One participant expresses confidence in becoming more computer savvy in the future.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the need to scan non-digital photos to convert them, but there is some confusion regarding the initial file type and the steps required for conversion.
Contextual Notes
There are limitations regarding the assumptions about the file type and the specific software available to participants, which may affect the proposed methods.
I don't see why that wouldn't work on PC