Novell LINUX ENTERPRISE DESKTOP 10 SP2 - KDE 08-05-2008 Manual page 281

X:Y Ratio
These ratios match most of the common paper sizes used to print photographs.
Pick the one that suits your purpose best.
Golden Ratio
A ratio (1:1.618) that is traditionally used by artists and architects to create
harmonious results.
Use Max. Ratio to set the crop area to the maximum possible size of the ratio
specified.
4 After determining the size of your crop selection, optionally apply compositional
rules to it. The Composition Guide helps to create a crop selection that results in
a visually pleasing image. Dotted lines are displayed that guide you to a better
composition of your image.
TIP: For More Information
For a comprehensive description of the options, refer to
.kde.org/development/en/extragear-graphics/digikam/
using-kapp-imageeditor.html.
5 If the position of your crop does not follow the compositional rule to your satis-
faction, move it.
6 Click OK to apply your crop selection and trim your image.
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