Raven -- Select all the objects in a layer 8:42 AM

You can quickly organize and select several objects at once in Raven. Move all the objects you would like to be grouped together into a layer. Then to select them all slick on the square icon for the Layer and all objects in that layer will be selected as well. You can also lock a layer to keep from accidentally selecting objects in that layer.

Raven - Close an open path with Add Segment 8:15 AM

Have you ever wanted a close to a path that you left open in Raven, it is easy with the Add Segment command. With the Edit Paths by Node tool select the two ending vertices. Then from the Path menu select the Add Segment command. Raven will add a straight segment between the two vertices closing the path.

Myna -- Cross-fade Tracks 10:28 PM

You can easily blend two tracks together using the Automation Fade feature. First drag the clips you want to cross-fade onto two separate tracks, making sure that they overlap in the timeline. Next open each tracks automation channel by clicking on the Auto button in the track controls. Finally drag the end Fade control on the first track and the start Fade control on the second one so they are at opposing angle (see image). You can play with how much the Fade slopes and how much they overlap to get a smooth transition between the tracks.

Phoenix - Crop your images 8:35 AM

A great way to finish off a an image is to crop out any transparent areas. Start by using the Rectangular Selections tool and select the area of your image that you want for your final image. Then use the Image > Crop Selection command to remove the area that is outside of the selection.

Raven - Object to Path 10:10 AM

Shapes can be great starting point to create more complex objects. Start by drawing a geometric object with the shape tool. Then in the Objects menu use the Object to Path command or the Ctrl+Shift+C keyboard shortcut. This will unlock the object giving you access to the individual vertices. Now you can use the Edit paths by nodes tool to move vertices where you want.

Phoenix -- Duplicate Layer Shortcut 12:03 PM

There is a quicker way to duplicate layers in Phoenix, than having to find the command burred in the menus. While holding the Control (Ctrl) key, drag and drop the layer you want to duplicate. When you are dragging the layer there will be a green plus icon next to your cursor to show that the dropped layer will be a duplicate. Cheers.

Falcon -- Use the crop feature to add a boarder. 2:59 PM

Falcon's crop feature can do more than remove unwanted areas form an image it can add pixels around your image. Start by getting your image into Falcon by either using Talon or importing it from your computer or URL. Then open the Crop drawer in the lower left of the application. Increase the width and height dimensions in the textboxes. You will see the image being updated in real time so you can make any adjustments. Set the color of the boarder with the Background color option. Finally when you are ready press the Apply button and confirm the changes. Quick and painless boarder.