... 1. save from Visio in BMP format. 2. then open the BMP file in Irfanview. 3. and click Save As... This is the Irfanview screen: 2_171254_390000000.png 4. select to save in GIF format and view the options dialog on the right. 5. on the options dialog, set the GIF options to save in transparent format and to choose the transparent background area. When you click Save, you are invited to click the area/colour which is to be made transparent, like this: 2_171253_580000000.jpg 6. I clicked the white area top left. Any area of white colour anywhere in the image will then display transparent. Here's the result: 2_171305_160000000.gif The image details look quite good when shown in Sketchboard and workpad, my only comment here is, did someone use 'custard' to mix the concrete the flooring does look a little too yellow, otherwise, it's great. I thought it was too light -- I don't think the floor of a cattle pen stays white for very long! regards, Martin. posted ...