Food menu for tv screen

[varychin]

I made a food menu to show on tv screen but the text are not showing clear. I have a question, whichd adobe program is best to make a food menu to show on tv screen? 

i put a file into usb to stick it to the tv. 

[Michael Grenadier]

how are you making it now?  Are you creating a graphic file?  If so, the so called smart television may be resizing it which may be the problem.  Is it an HD television or 4K?  Give us this info and we hopefully can help.  Is it just one page or multiple pages.  

[varychin]

I am using photoshop to make it. The tv is HD if i am right (check out the photo). I don't know which program is best to make such file for tv screen. Should be a video file instead? 

I am using usb to play it on the tv screen. 

[Mo Moolla]

If the menu is animated use After Effects for the animation and Illustrator for the artwork,

Try to use vector based apps lile Indesign or Illustrator for this sort of artwork.

Vectors wlll not pixelate

Mo

[varychin]

This tv support JPG file, do u think the jpg saved in illustrator will be good for this tv screen too?

[varychin]

Is it possible for annimation to work on the tv which is played from the usb? 

[Michael Grenadier]

Most "smart" tvs will be able to play some sort of video file.   Documentation for that television monitor will hopefully give you the necessary specifications.  If it's full HD, the file should be 1920x1080 pixels, but if the monitor is going to be in "portrait" (vertical) orientation, you may need to build it as 1080x1920 but then rotate it to 1920x1080.  This assumes that the tv will automatically correct for the vertical orientation.  Rough out your file and test it before you dig yourself too deep a hole.   Although in a perfect world, working in illustrator would be ideal, if you don't know or own illustrator it really isn't necessary.  If you're just doing a still image or a series of still images, photoshop will be fine.  As long as you're using the text tool properly, resizing and repositioning will not cause any loss in quality.   If you want to animate, you can create a much larger file (greater pixel dimensions) in photoshop. and animate in Premiere.  You can create the text in Premiere and if you use the right workflow animate without any loss in quality but text layout may be complicated.  Laying out text in photoshop is usually easier.   Again AfterEffects can have a steep learning curve (although you can also create the text in aftereffects without any loss in quality) but it's tool set for animation is more sophisticated.  Since I don't have a lot of illustrator experience, if I'm trying to create this kind of project, I'll usually create my text in photoshop and animate in either premiere or aftereffects.

So, although this may not be a simple job if you're not familiar with photoshop, illustrator, after effects and premiere, if you choose your tools wisely, it will be doable.  as I suggested above, test your workflow and make sure you (and your client) are happy with the results and post back with any questions.  This is a forum for Premiere, but there are forums for all these other tools if you need help.

Good luck.  

[varychin]

I just made a new still image for tv screen with illustrator and it looks much better, thanks. 

I saw at Mcdonald on their tv screen, are they the slides or videos? Which program do they use to make such cool things like that? 

[tony002]

Your instructions work for me my menu fit prety good and id reslly nice and neat

[Stan Jones]

You are in the Premiere Pro forum: video editing. Yes, videos are displayed on TVs, but if you are planning to display a simple jpg file on the screen (i.e. a menu board), then you do not need a video editing application. Just use Photoshop. The TV will not display a vector file (which might be useful in PR). Maximize the quality when you save from PS.

You have two issues: is your text the right size and your font the right style for the pixel size of the display. And how far away will the viewer be? Some softness inthe image will be irrelevant depending on the conditions.

Is that what you are asking? Did I miss something?

Stan

[varychin]

Thanks for the the help, i just made a new still image for tv screen and it looks much better. 

[Stan Jones]

Google: I used "mcdonalds video menus how do they do."

Here's one link: https://www.quora.com/What-software-do-places-like-McDonalds-and-Popeyes-use-to-drive-their-new-elec...

Stan

[web_2299]

For clear text on a TV screen, try using Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop to design the menu. Ensure your text resolution is high, and save the file in a format like PNG or JPEG. Test it on the TV to check clarity.

[Jack_smithes]

Choosing the Right Adobe Program

For creating a food menu with clear text for a TV screen, Adobe Illustrator is the most suitable option. It's designed for vector graphics, which means the text and images will remain sharp and crisp even when scaled up for display on a large TV screen.

Key Considerations for Creating a Food Menu

1. Font Choice: Opt for fonts with high legibility, especially on larger screens. Sans-serif fonts like Arial, Helvetica, or Roboto are good choices.
2. Text Size: Ensure the text is large enough to be easily read from a distance. Consider the viewing distance and the size of your TV screen.
3. Contrast: Use a color scheme that provides sufficient contrast between the text and background. Dark text on a light background or vice versa works well.
4. Image Quality: Use high-resolution images to avoid pixelation when scaled up.
5. File Format: Save your menu as a high-quality image format like PNG or JPEG with a high resolution.

Steps to Create a Food Menu in Adobe Illustrator

1. Create a New Document: Set the document size to match your TV screen's dimensions.
2. Design the Layout: Use shapes, lines, and text boxes to create the menu's layout.
3. Add Text: Type the menu items and prices using your chosen font and size.
4. Insert Images: Place images of food items into the appropriate sections.
5. Adjust Colors: Apply the desired color scheme for the text, background, and images.
6. Export: Save the menu as a PNG or JPEG image with a high resolution.

Tips for Displaying the Menu on Your TV

• USB Storage: Ensure your USB drive is formatted in a compatible format (e.g., FAT32 or NTFS) and is large enough to store the image file.
• TV Compatibility: Check your TV's manual to confirm it supports displaying images from USB drives.
• File Placement: Place the image file directly in the root directory of your USB drive for easy access.

By following these guidelines and using Adobe Illustrator, you can create a visually appealing and easy-to-read food menu that looks great on your TV screen.