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 FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions about Slideshows and Videos

What kind of program do you use to create slideshows?
We have invested a fair amount of our operating budget in purchasing or subscribing to many of the very best programs available. That's why we honestly refer to our slideshow videos as dynamic and unique.
Can I create my own slideshow?
Certainly. However, it may not be worth the cost in time, learning curve frustration, and money to invest in what it takes. We also print beautiful DVD labels and package each creatively.
How long should  my slideshow be?
Your slideshows should be like a lady's skirt: long enough to cover the subject and short enough to keep it interesting. There's no specific answer. It depends on the subject and your audience. Typically, a slideshow celebrating a graduation, memorial, birthday party, or other special occasion is from 8-12 minutes. With 50-65 photos, your show will be 3-6 minutes depending on the tempo of you background music, how many photos you highlight, and so on. Tempo is automatically set to the music, but we can increase or decrease the speed of the photos if you desire. We don't worry about length so much as quality of our product.
What if we want memorial items such as handwritten poems or postcards included?
Such items can be scanned and included. However, bear in mind that the poem may not be on the screen long enough for the entire poem to be read. Sections can be spotlighted or singled out for emphasis.
If I give you my photos to scan, will I get them back?
Of course. You will also get your scanned images that we made of your original photos. We promise to treasure you photos as much as you. 
Can I scan my own photos and send them to you?
​Absolutely. If you don’t have a scanner, this can be done at your local Wal-Mart, CVS, or similar business. Be sure you scan at a dpi of at least 300. I prefer 600. Some home scanners default to 200 dpi, and that's not very good quality. After all, you will probably want to show your slideshow on a large screen TV, and you want clear high-resolution photos for that. Send your digitized photos as jpg's (the most common file extension) or bmp's. 
 
Scanning and mailing us a CD of the photos may be preferable to out-of-town clients who prefer not to box their photos and send them via mail. Digital Fancies cannot be responsible for what happens to photos in transit to or from us.
 
Should you scan your own photos, your may get them to us on CD, flash drive or via the cloud using a tool such as Drop Box. We do not recommend emailing them to us. We'll work with you to determine the easiest method for you and us. 
Do you guarantee your work?
Everything we produce is high quality and cost effective and service oriented. Our post clients recommend us because they have been extremely pleased. Our comments and referrals are positive. Our goal is to meet if not exceed your expectations.
Can I get more than one dvd of my slideshow?
Yes. Each additional copy is $15 if packaged the same as the original. Slideshow make wonderful gifts for family and friends.
Approximately how  long does it take to create my DVD? 
We prefer to allow ourselves 2-3 weeks for completion, Of course the total time depends of the size and details of your production. We've never missed a client's deadline yet. If we do "rush" an order, there will be an additional fee of $25.
What about Music?
Generally, clients provide a list of preferred songs. We do not take "your downloaded" music. We prefer to download it ourselves. In addition, there is an abundance of good copyright free music available. Many people trust us to make the music selections appropriate for their video.
How do I pay you?
At the moment, we do not have our online payment set up, but it's coming. Money orders, personal checks, credit/debit cards and cash are acceptable.
If I purchase a promo video for my business, is it mine? are there restrictions?
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Your video will belong to you, and you may use it on your website, Facebook page, or any other social media for as many times and as long as you wish. 
 Didn't find your question? Call Ann at 903-754-1483 or email digitalfancies@gmail.com.

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