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Year 4 - Computing

Cloning digital images

Photo editing

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will develop their understanding of how digital images can be changed and edited, and how they can then be resaved and reused. They will consider the impact that editing images can have, and evaluate the effectiveness of their choices.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain how cloning can be used to change digital images.

Key Notes

  • Cloning can be used to change the composition of a digital image.
  • Photos can be improved using editing tools.
  • Cloning can be used to add or replace part of an image.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • clone: make an exact copy
  • retouch: improve or repair a digital image

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Using a cloning tool will always make invisible changes to an image.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.

Cloning can be used to change the composition of a digital image. Photos can be improved using editing tools.

2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'clone'

make an exact copy. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.

3. Correct this common computing misconception.

Mistake: Using a cloning tool will always make invisible changes to an image. Correction: The cloning tool needs to be used carefully and precisely to make changes look realistic.

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