TC Thanks for the PS explanation. IOW, PS is simply used to overlay text, frames, etc over the individual layers. One will then combine the desired images by flatening the individual pieces. These images will then be put into PTE. I think I understand how to make the dissolves work the way I envisioned them. I had been experimenting by increasing the effect time to 5000 ms, but the fade-in was so fast that it appeared on the screen at what seemed to be nearly full intensity, thus giving the appearance that the image popped into the previous slide. By lengthening the effect time to 8000 ms, the cross-fade seems to be more like that which I was seeking to achieve. Any recommendations you may have would be appreciated. Thanks again and Merry Christmas! Rod