In order to avoid blocky, pixely edges you need to add an Alpha Channel and then Semi-Flatten it. Use GIMP (or PhotoShop or similar) and open the image. If you don't turn it into a square you'll end up with a spinning rugby ball.ģ. I'd aim for no more than 800 x 800 in size.
Turn it into a square by re-sizing in your chosen image programme. Find an image from Virtual Earth that you like.Ģ. How to make your own spinning globe (should you have nothing better to do)ġ.