Article: Create something that's visually alluring by matching the color of the mat to a color in the background of the photo. Avoid picking a mat color based on the room where the picture will be hung; instead, match it to the photo itself. For example, if your photo is of a sunset, pick a mat that is a shade of blue that matches part of the sky. A white mat is often a classic choice, regardless of what kind of frame you use; but, if you're using a dark frame, it can really highlight the actual photo so it doesn't get lost. Especially if the photo itself is dark, it's a good idea to differentiate the space between the photo and the frame. For example, if your frame is a deep mahogany wood and your picture is full of darker shades (like brown, gray, black, green, or purple), a white mat will really draw the eye to the picture itself. Use 8-ply for photos that are wider than 30 inches (76cm). Visit your local craft or framing store to get all the supplies you need. Look for acid-free or archival-grade mats. You can also make your own mats at home using thin pieces of cardboard or thick pieces of crafting paper. Keep in mind that these won't be of the same quality as an actual mat board, but they're good substitutes if you're looking for a quick and easy matting option, or if you just want to practice your matting technique. You may already know the size of the frame, especially if you bought it specifically to fit a picture. But if you don't know, use a ruler to measure the width and height of the frame. Write down the measurements on a piece of paper so you have it to reference. Use a ruler to mark the back of the mat board where you'll need to cut. Take your time when marking the mat. You need your measurements to be exact so that it'll fit snug inside the frame. Use an X-ACTO knife or something similar to carefully cut the mat board to size. Cut along the length of a metal ruler to keep your lines as straight as possible. There are special mat cutters and rulers that you can purchase if you want to. The ruler has a rubber bottom so it won't slip while you're cutting, and the mat cutter helps you make more precise cuts. They aren't a requirement to mat photos, but if you do it a lot, they could come in handy. Be very careful when using any kind of cutting instrument, and make sure to work on top of a cutting board, self-healing mat, or large piece of cardboard.
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Choose a colored mat to complement the picture you want to frame. Use a white mat to make the picture pop against a dark frame. Buy a 4-ply piece of mat board for your standard-size photos. Measure the inside of the frame to get its dimensions and mark the mat. Trim the edges of the mat board so it'll fit inside your frame of choice.
Article: A relaxed face and body muscles will help you hold more breath and breathe more effectively. Before you swim, loosen your limbs by shaking them out. Avoid clenching your teeth or jaw while swimming. Hyperventilation is the practice of taking several quick breaths before you get in the water. Hyperventilation does not help you hold your breath. In fact, it can cause you to lose oxygen more quickly and black out. Take a long, deep breath from the bottom of your lungs. Your belly, not your chest or shoulders, should expand with the breath. Once you have a full inhalation, start swimming. You can breathe out through your mouth or your nose, though it is recommended to exhale through your nose. Bubbles will rise up to the surface in a steady stream. Continue to exhale until you begin to pull up out of the water. Each exhale should be twice as long as your inhalation. Let your mouth and nose break from the surface of the water. Inhale using your mouth. Your inhalation should only be half as long as your exhalation. For some strokes, such as freestyle, you should turn your face to the side to take in a breath. Alternate which side you breathe on. For strokes like the butterfly or breaststroke, you should inhale by lifting your head up above your arms until your nose and mouth break the surface of the water.
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Relax before and during your swim. Inhale deeply before you start swimming. Exhale slowly as your face enters the water. Come up to the surface when you need to inhale again.
Article: You'll find it in the app drawer. Use this method to cancel your paid subscription to Dropbox Plus or Professional if you are billed through the Play store/Google. This downgrades your account to the Basic level without deleting your entire account or the files inside. If canceling puts your Basic account over the storage quota, your automatic syncs will be paused until you delete excess files manually. It's at the top-left corner. A list of all subscriptions you have through Google Play will appear. This displays details about your subscription. A confirmation message will appear. Once you've confirmed, your subscription will remain active until the final date of the current billing cycle. At that point, your account will be downgraded to Dropbox Basic, the free version of Dropbox. If you want to delete your entire Dropbox account, see the Deleting Your Account method.
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Open the Google Play Store on your phone or tablet. Tap the menu. Tap Subscriptions on the menu. Tap Dropbox. Tap Cancel subscription. Select a cancellation reason and tap Continue. Tap Cancel subscription or Cancel trial.