Breanne MacDonald

Technical Editor<br><br>Fueled by her meticulous nature, an eye for detail, and a love of books, Breanne has been an editor since 2011, and joined the ASCENT team as a technical editor in 2019. Breanne holds a Bachelor of Arts from Wilfrid Laurier University and a certificate in publishing from Ryerson University.

  • Working with Rounded Corners

    Working with Rounded Corners

    Struggling to capture a clean screenshot in Windows 11 with the rounded corners on dialog boxes? Get tips for fixing this in our blog.

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  • Using GIFs to Illustrate Processes

    Using GIFs to Illustrate Processes

    Static screenshots don't tell the whole story. See how animated GIFs bring software processes to life.

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  • Creating a Video from PowerPoint Slides

    Creating a Video from PowerPoint Slides

    See how to create videos from your PowerPoint slides without having to record anything!

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  • Extending Frames in Camtasia

    Extending Frames in Camtasia

    Check out this blog for two quick methods for extending single frames in your Camtasia projects.

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  • Adjusting Clip Speed in Camtasia

    Adjusting Clip Speed in Camtasia

    If you record a lot of demo videos, adjusting the clip speed can help you show the process more efficiently.

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  • Adding Transitions in Camtasia

    Adding Transitions in Camtasia

    Check out this blog for a quick how-to on adding transitions in Camtasia.

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  • Working with Zip Files

    Working with Zip Files

    Check out this blog for some tips on working with zipped files, including working with large folders and adding a password.

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  • Working with Markers in Camtasia

    Working with Markers in Camtasia

    Markers are a handy tool for editing and exporting videos in Camtasia. Check out this blog for more info on how to use them!

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  • Working with Tracks in Camtasia

    Working with Tracks in Camtasia

    Do you produce videos in Camtasia? Check out this blog for some info on how you can use different tracks in the timeline.

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  • Quick Tips for Recording Audio

    Quick Tips for Recording Audio

    Do you create videos or other audio recordings? Check out this blog for some quick tips.

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  • Finding Images to Enhance Your Projects

    Finding Images to Enhance Your Projects

    Looking for images to enhance your documents or presentations? Check out this blog for some tips on where to find them!

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  • Quick Tips for Navigating the Timeline in Camtasia

    Quick Tips for Navigating the Timeline in Camtasia

    If you work with videos in Camtasia, check out these tips help you to navigate your projects more easily.

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  • Important Considerations When Using AI for Editing

    Important Considerations When Using AI for Editing

    If you're planning to use AI to help produce your documentation, read on for some helpful considerations.

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  • Collaborating with Your Editor: Enhancing Your Documentation with ASCENT

    Collaborating with Your Editor: Enhancing Your Documentation with ASCENT

    Our editors go beyond proofreading—learn how they partner with you to ensure clarity, consistency, and professionalism in every document.

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  • Quick Tip: Apply Formats Using Format Painter

    Quick Tip: Apply Formats Using Format Painter

    Do you often have to apply formatting and styles to your Word documents? Get tips on how to use the Format Painter to make the job easier!

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  • How Editors Can Help – Part 1: What Do Editors Do?

    How Editors Can Help – Part 1: What Do Editors Do?

    Could you use an editor for your documentation? Check out this blog series to find out what an editor does and how they can help!

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  • How Editors Can Help - Part 2: Establishing Your Style

    How Editors Can Help - Part 2: Establishing Your Style

    Do you know everything that’s involved with creating styles and standards for your documentation? An editor can help. Check out this blog to learn more!

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  • How Editors Can Help - Part 3: Implementing Your Standards

    How Editors Can Help - Part 3: Implementing Your Standards

    Are you struggling to apply consistent styles and standards across your company’s documentation? Let an editor do it for you!

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  • Working with Graphics in FrameMaker

    Working with Graphics in FrameMaker

    Get quick tips and tricks for working with graphics in the Adobe FrameMaker software.

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  • Technical Writing Tip: Reviewing Comments in Adobe Acrobat

    Technical Writing Tip: Reviewing Comments in Adobe Acrobat

    If you review a lot of marked-up documents using Adobe Acrobat, this blog provides tips on how to make reviewing those comments easier.

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