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The screenshot on the left below has no transparency; the screenshot on the right has a transparent canvas
and a partially transparent shadow.
Because image files are always rectangular, complete or partial transparency is the solution used to create
the appearance of irregular edges or see-through portions.
Transparency in Snagit
In Snagit Editor (and most other graphics programs) transparency is represented by a white and gray check-
erboard pattern. This pattern shows you what parts of the image you can see through.
When using the window selector of the All-in-One Capture® or the Window Capture Type, Snagit captures the
rounded corners of windows and the transparency of Aero themed title bars. It can also capture oddly shaped
windows without grabbing the desktop or windows behind.
Snagit Editor can introduce transparency during editing with drawing tools and image effects. Edge effects
like borders and drop shadows no longer add a background color to your image. Instead, they look great any-
where you put them.
Saving a Transparent Image
Snagit supports complete and partial transparency in capturing and editing. However, to have complete or par-
tial transparency in your final saved image, you must use a file format that supports your desired level of trans-
parency.
Complete and partial transparency is best supported by PNG and the SNAG file formats.