Save the photos and music to be used to your computer. You can import photos from a digital camera, mobile phone and video camera.
Begin the importing process by clicking the "Home" tab on the menu bar. Highlight “Add” and select “Add Videos and Photos.” Add the desired photos and music. The imported media will automatically appear on the storyboard. If you want the photos in a specific order, drag and arrange them within the storyboard.
Add special effects, text or transitions to the photos. To add a transition between the photos, click the desired photo and then choose the “Animations” tab. Select “Transitions” and click the transition desired.
Add a visual effect by clicking the photo then the “Visual Effects” tab. Select “Effects.” If you want to add credits, titles or captions to the photos select the "Home" tab on the menu bar, then select "Add and Choose Your Text Style." Enter the desired text.
Preview the slideshow by clicking "Play" on the preview monitor. Make sure the slideshow has the photos and music which have been added, as well as the corresponding transitions, effects and text. If everything is in place, then you are ready to finish.
Save your slideshow as a movie in a desired location on your computer. The slideshow can subsequently be viewed on a computer, burned to a or CD or DVD, viewed on a website or shared by email.