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Lighthearted software that lets you put frames and borders on your favorite photos

Lighthearted software that lets you put frames and borders on your favorite photos

Vote: (28 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: Hochstrasser

Version: 2.0.0.7

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(28 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

Hochstrasser

2.0.0.7

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • easy to use
  • view changes with preview mode
  • professional looking results

Cons

  • batch mode needs clearer instructions
  • small variety of frames to choose from

Framefun allows you to digitally enhance your photos using graphic elements like borders and frames. This simple app doesn't have all the qualities of a complete graphic editing program. However, it offers a quick and easy way to enhance your photos by adding a variety of simple, but attractive special effects.

The app can be used with Bitmap, JPEG and PNG images. Use it to customize photos by adding a frame and a border around the image. Then create a three dimensional look using the drop shadow feature. The direction of the drop shadow can also changed. An optional watermark may be added, in the form of either text or an image. Watermarks offer a convenient way to add a caption to a photo, with options for where to position it. Depending on personal preference, the watermark can also be made opaque or transparent. The quality of JPEGs can also be adjusted.

The interface for the app features drop down menus and check boxes to easily add features and make changes. The size and color of frames can be changed. Borders feature different styles, sizes and colors too. A split screen shows before and after versions of the photo as changes are applied. The app also allows users to access a batch editing feature which can be used to alter several photos at once. It takes some time to figure out this feature because the instructions are a bit unclear, but batch editing really saves time.

Although FrameFun is not compatible with Windows 7, it does work with a variety of other operating systems. It works on: Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows NT and Windows XP. The app can be downloaded for free. This easy-to-use app may lack a few options, but it's a useful alternative to quickly enhance your digital photos.

Pros

  • easy to use
  • view changes with preview mode
  • professional looking results

Cons

  • batch mode needs clearer instructions
  • small variety of frames to choose from