Creating a bitmap outline button effect using Xara Photo & Graphic Designer

Hi folks:
I was wondering if anyone could refer me to a tutorial or simply explain how to create an outline effect for transparent (.PNG) bitmaps.

Here's a sample to show what I'm referring to: Transparent Bitmap Outline Effect Sample

Any help you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Kevin

If you are starting with a vector shape, make a copy. On the copy use Arrange > Combine Shapes > Add Shapes to make a solid shape.

Select the new shape, make the fill color white and add a black (or any color, or no color outline).

Select the shape with the Contour Tool, and add a 1-step outer contour, maybe around 8-12 pixels wide.

Now place the original vector graphics on top.

Select both shapes and Arrange > Create Bitmap Copy. True Color + Alpha, 96dpi. This will create a same size bitmap object with a transparent background.

Thanks, Gary:

What if I'm starting with a transparent bitmap?


Kevin

Thanks, Egg Bramhill! I really appreciate you taking the time to put those tutorials together. Exactly what I was looking for.

Cheers,

Kevin