SAMMIE SMITH - Adobe Photoshop 2024 Beginners To Expert Guide - 2023

ADOBE
PHOTOSHOP
2024
Beginners to Expert Guide to Explore all Adobe Photoshop

2024 Features, Layers, Color Techniques, Typography,
Selection Tools, Masking, Photo Corrections, Plus Pro Tips
and Tricks
SAMMIE SMITH
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE
GETTING STARTED WITH PHOTOSHOP 2024
ABOUT ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
WHAT IS NEW IN ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 2024
THE NEW GENERATIVE FILL AND GENERATIVE EXPAND
ACCESSIBLE IN PHOTOSHOP FOR COMMERCIAL USE
CONTEXT BAR REDEFINED
ENHANCED FUNCTIONALITY IN THE REMOVE TOOL
THE ENHANCED GRADIENT TOOL IN PHOTOSHOP
ENHANCED ADJUSTMENTS
PRESET SYNC DISCONTINUED WITH THE RELEASE OF
PHOTOSHOP 25.0
THE INTERFACE
The Document Window
The Document Tab
The Status Bar and Zoom Level
The Toolbar
UNDERSTANDING THE TOOLS LAYOUT
UNDERSTANDING THE TOOLBAR'S HIDDEN TOOLS
UNDERSTANDING THE DEFAULT TOOL
UNDERSTANDING PHOTOSHOP TOOLS AND THEIR USES
The Move Tool (Default Tool)
The Artboard Tool
Rectangular Marquee Tool (Default Tool)
The Elliptical Marquee Tool
The Single Row Marquee Tool
The Single Column Marquee Tool
The Lasso Tool (Default Tool)
The Polygonal Lasso Tool
The Magnetic Lasso Tool
The Object Selection Tool (Default Tool)
The Quick Selection Tool
The Magic Wand Tool
The Crop Tool (Default Tool)
The Perspective Crop Tool
The Slice Tool
The Slice Select Tool
The Frame Tool (Default Tool)
The Eyedropper Tool (Default Tool)
The 3D Material Eyedropper Tool
The Color Sampler Tool
The Ruler Tool
The Note Tool
The Count Tool
The Spot Healing Brush Tool (Default Tool)
The Healing Brush Tool
The Patch Tool
The Content-Aware Move Tool
The Red Eye Tool
The Brush Tool (Default Tool)
The Pencil Tool
The Color Replacement Tool
The Mixer Brush Tool
The Clone Stamp Tool (Default)
The Pattern Stamp Tool
The History Brush Tool (Default Tool)
The Art History Brush Tool
The Eraser Tool (Default Tool)
The Background Eraser Tool
The Magic Eraser Tool
The Gradient Tool (Default Tool)
The 3D Material Drop Tool
The Blur Tool (Default Tool)
The Sharpen Tool
The Smudge Tool
The Dodge Tool (Default Tool)
The Burn Tool
The Sponge Tool
The Pen Tool (Default Tool)
The Freeform Pen Tool
The Curvature Pen Tool
The Add Anchor Point Tool
The Delete Anchor Point Tool
The Convert Point Tool
The Horizontal Type Tool (Default Tool)
The Vertical Type Tool
The Vertical Type Mask Tool
The Horizontal Type Mask Tool
The Path Selection Tool (Default Tool)
The Direct Selection Tool
The Rectangle Tool (Default Tool)
The Ellipse Tool
The Triangle Tool
The Polygon Tool
The Line Tool
The Custom Shape Tool
The Hand Tool (Default Tool)
The Rotate View Tool
The Zoom Tool (Default Tool)
THE OPTIONS BAR
THE MENU BAR
THE PANELS
PANEL GROUPS
THE SEARCH BAR
THE WORKSPACE
CUSTOMIZING THE WORKSPACE
CREATING NEW DOCUMENTS IN PHOTOSHOP
CHAPTER TWO
INSTALLATION AND FEATURES OF ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
2024
INSTALLING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 2024
LAUNCHING PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO OPEN PHOTOS
Opening Images from the Photoshop Home Screen
Opening Images with the File Tab
SAVING YOUR WORK
ADOBE CAMERA RAW
LAUNCHING CAMERA RAW FORMAT IN PHOTOSHOP
Opening JPEG Files into Camera Raw
CHAPTER THREE
UNDERSTANDING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP BASIC OPERATIONS
HOW TO OPEN AN EXISTING IMAGE OR FILE
HOW TO CREATE A NEW PHOTOSHOP FILE
HOW TO RESIZE AN IMAGE IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO CROP AN IMAGE IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO FLIP AN IMAGE IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO REMOVE THE BACKGROUND OF AN IMAGE USING
PHOTOSHOP
How to Remove a Background of an image in Photoshop with
the Object Selection Tool
How to Remove the Background of an Image in Photoshop with
Quick Action
How to Remove an Image Background in Photoshop with the
Background Eraser Tool
Pen Tool
Magnetic Lasso Tool
Quick Selection Tool
HOW TO CHANGE COLOR IN PHOTOSHOP
How to Change the Background Color Using Photoshop
How to Change Object Color Using Hue/Saturation
How to Change Object Color by Adding a Color Layer
How to Change Object Color Using the Color Replacement Tool
How to Change Object Color Using the Layer Style
How to Change Object Color Using Quick Selection Tool or Magic
Wand Tool
HOW TO SMOOTH EDGES IN PHOTOSHOP
Understanding Aliasing and Antialiasing
Understanding Feathering in Photoshop
HOW TO USE THE REFINE EDGES TOOL
How to Use Feather to Smooth Edges
HOW TO BLUR AN IMAGE BACKGROUND
Using Gaussian Blur
Using Lens Blur
Using Motion Blur
HOW TO SELECT, DESELECT, AND RESELECT IN PHOTOSHOP
Deselecting your Image
Reselecting a Selection
CHAPTER THREE
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PIXEL ART
SETTING UP ADOBE PHOTOSHOP FOR PIXEL ART
INTRODUCING THE PENCIL TOOL IN PHOTOSHOP
CHANGING IMAGE RESOLUTION IN PHOTOSHOP
Resizing a Picture without Altering Its Quality
CHAPTER FOUR
WORKING WITH IMAGES AND LAYERS
UNDERSTANDING LAYERS
Organizing Photoshop Layers
Understanding the Layers Panel
Changing Background to Photoshop Layers
Converting a Background into a Photoshop Layer
Converting a Photoshop Layer into a Background
CROPPING IN PHOTOSHOP
Using the Image Resize Tool
Resizing Images with Crop Tool
Straightening an image with the Crop Tool
Using the Transform Tool
UNDERSTANDING MONITOR CALIBRATION
Calibrating in Photoshop
How Often Should You Calibrate?
CHANGING CANVAS AND IMAGE SIZES
Zooming in Photoshop
Using the Zoom Tool
Using the Photoshop Hand Tool
Zooming and Panning with the Navigator Panel
USING GRADIENT MASK IN ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
USING PANELS IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO LOCATE AND USE NEWLY INSTALLED PRESETS
HOW TO DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL FONTS
USING VARIABLE FONTS
USING THE PHOTOSHOP RULER
CHAPTER FIVE
CARRYING OUT SIMPLE PHOTOSHOP TASKS
UNDOING A COMMAND
ADJUSTING CANVAS SIZE
ADDING PHOTOS TO LAYER DESIGNS
ADJUSTING LAYER SIZE
ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS AND CONTRAST IN PHOTOSHOP
CHAPTER SIX
USING SHAPES, COLORS, AND TEXT IN PHOTOSHOP
SHAPES
Forming Graphic Shapes Using the Custom Shape Tool
Using the Shapes Panel
COLORS
Adjusting Color Vibrancy
Modifying Saturation and Hue
White Balance in Photoshop
About Color Temperatures
Swatches
ADDING AND EDITING TEXT
Adding Text
Editing Text
CHAPTER SEVEN
THE SELECTION TOOLS
USING THE QUICK SELECTION TOOL
USING THE MAGIC WAND
FINE-TUNING YOUR SELECTION
Types of Eraser Tools
The Eraser Tool
The Magic Eraser
Tips on Using the Eraser Tool
USING THE LASSO TOOLS
The Lasso Tool
LAYER STYLE IN PHOTOSHOP
CHAPTER EIGHT
MASKING IN PHOTOSHOP
IMAGE AND TEXT CLIPPING MASK
LAYER MASK
WORKING WITH PHOTOSHOP BRUSHES
Adjusting Brush Size to Erase Small and Large Objects
USING COLORS IN THE FOREGROUND AND BACKGROUND
CHAPTER NINE
THE ADJUSTMENT LAYERS
LEVELS ADJUSTMENT LAYER
CURVE ADJUSTMENT LAYER
HUE/SATURATION ADJUSTMENT LAYER
LAYER MASKING IN THE ADJUSTMENT LAYER
CHAPTER TEN
THE PHOTO CORRECTION TOOLS
THE RED EYE TOOL
THE DODGE AND BURN TOOLS
The Dodge Tool
The Burn Tool
The Sponge Tool
THE SPOT-HEALING BRUSH TOOL
How to Use the Spot Healing Tool
How to Remove Lines
Useful Hints When Using the Spot Healing Tool
THE PATCH TOOL
Adding or Duplicating Objects by Cloning with the Patch Tool
THE CLONE STAMP TOOL - WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH THE
CLONE STAMP TOOL?
How to Use the Clone Stamp Tool
Retouching Images with the Clone Stamp Tool to Avoid Patterns
FILTERS
How to Apply Filters in Photoshop
Working with the Oil Paint Filter
USING THE LIQUIFY TOOL
Using the Liquify Tool and Its Additional Features
Mastering Basic Adjustments
Using a Mesh
BLURRING IN PHOTOSHOP
CHAPTER ELEVEN
TROUBLESHOOTING ISSUES IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO EXPORT IMAGES
CREATING SHARED ALBUMS IN PHOTOSHOP
TROUBLESHOOTING IN PHOTOSHOP
Photoshop Crashes or Freezes
Slow Performance or Photoshop Lags
Photos Not Opening in Photoshop
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR USING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 2024
BASIC PHOTO CORRECTIONS
USING THE PHOTOSHOP LENS CORRECTION FILTER
CHAPTER TWELVE
EDITING VIDEO IN PHOTOSHOP
OVERVIEW OF PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
HOW TO START YOUR PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
HOW TO ADD VIDEOS AND PHOTOS IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO RESIZE VIDEOS AND PHOTOS IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO MOVE AND SHORTEN VIDEO LAYERS
HOW TO ADD SHAPES IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
HOW TO ADD FADE EFFECT IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
HOW TO ADD TEXT IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
HOW TO ADD AUDIO IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
HOW TO ADD MOTION TO AN IMAGE IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
HOW TO RENDER YOUR PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
CONCLUSION
INDEX
INTRODUCTION
Adobe Photoshop is a versatile software that goes beyond mere
image editing. Its default workspaces provide the essential tools
tailored to your specific image needs. The interface is neatly
segmented into sections, making it user-friendly for easy command
selection. Additionally, Photoshop offers the option of refining your
images in the Adobe Camera Raw window, ideal for working on
RAW images captured by your camera.
In the 2024 version of Photoshop, there is a remarkable pixel art
feature, enabling you to craft designs that capture the nostalgic
aesthetics of early computer and video game visuals. This goes
beyond mere pixel-based art. Designing is further simplified through
the layering technique. Photoshop's layers function like transparent
sheets, allowing you to see through and manipulate elements in a
stack.
Drawing shapes is a fundamental building block in Photoshop
design, alongside color selection and text integration. Each of these
features is conveniently organized within separate tabs and
windows. Furthermore, Photoshop offers a plethora of options for
precise element selection, regardless of their size. For instance, the
Lasso Tool and its sub-tools facilitate freehand selections, while the
Magic Wand tool adds a touch of flexibility. To maintain creative
freedom, you can make adjustments using Photoshop Adjustment
Layers, allowing you to modify and remove edits at your
convenience.
CHAPTER ONE
GETTING STARTED WITH PHOTOSHOP 2024
ABOUT ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
Adobe Photoshop is a raster graphics editor created and distributed
by Adobe Inc. and it is supported by Windows and macOS. Thomas
and John Knoll first made it in 1988 and ever since, the program has
evolved into the industry standard for editing raster images as well
as for all forms of digital art. Photoshop supports masks, alpha
compositing, and a variety of color models, including spot color,
RGB, CIELAB, CMYK, and duotone. It can also edit and compose
raster pictures on numerous layers. It also supports Plug-ins which
can provide new or improved functions and also expand its feature
set.
WHAT IS NEW IN ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 2024

The most recent Adobe release brings forth a captivating array of
fresh features that promise to enhance your creative experience.
Let's embark on a detailed journey, taking a closer look at each of
these exciting innovations.
THE NEW GENERATIVE FILL AND

GENERATIVE EXPAND ACCESSIBLE IN
PHOTOSHOP FOR COMMERCIAL USE
From birthing imaginative concepts to executing intricate edits and
enhancements, the incorporation of generative AI features like
Generative Fill and Generative Expand empowers you to swiftly
bring your creative visions to life, all while maintaining meticulous
control over each facet of your artistic journey.
This cutting-edge capability is driven by Adobe's state-of-the-art

Firefly-powered generative AI technologies. It seamlessly allows
you to elevate your images by adding, expanding, or seamlessly
removing content in a non-destructive manner. With the user-
friendly interface, you can simply input text prompts within the
application, available in over 100 languages, and witness
astonishingly realistic results that are bound to astonish, inspire,
and surpass your expectations – all achieved within a matter of
seconds.
Generative Fill and Generative Expand seamlessly adapt to your
image's perspective, lighting, and style, delivering results that are
nothing short of extraordinary. The freshly generated content finds
its home in a dedicated Generative layer, providing you with the
unmatched power and precision that Photoshop offers. Elevate your
images to new heights, pushing the boundaries of your artistic
expression.
Generative Fill and Generative Expand are meticulously crafted for
commercial use, ensuring a secure and professional creative
environment. Powered by Firefly, these tools have undergone
extensive training using Adobe Stock's extensive collection of high-
quality, professional-grade images, positioning them among the
finest available in the market. Embrace the future of image editing
with confidence and creative flair.
CONTEXT BAR REDEFINED
Behold the groundbreaking Floating Context Bar – more than a
mere home for Generative Fill, it represents a revolutionary
approach to interacting with essential Photoshop tools. Adobe's
latest innovation is geared towards enhancing the user experience,
with a particular focus on simplifying navigation, especially for those
new to the platform.
The Context bar is a dynamic companion, adjusting itself in real-
time based on your chosen tool or layer. For instance, when a
selection tool is active, it offers you instant access to both
Generative Fill and Modify Selection options. Its adaptability is truly
impressive, customizing its offerings to align with the specific tool
and layer type you've selected.
Whether you find yourself working on selections, utilizing text tools,
or managing layer masks, the Context bar seamlessly adapts to
your every need, ushering in a more intuitive and user-friendly
Photoshop experience that caters to your unique creative journey.
1. Selection
2. Text Tool
3. Layer Mask
ENHANCED FUNCTIONALITY IN THE REMOVE

TOOL
Unveil an innovative technique within the Remove tool, designed to
streamline your editing workflow. Instead of the traditional method
of fully brushing over the area you intend to eliminate, you can now
simply draw a loop around it. This novel interaction eliminates the
need for manual loop closure. Photoshop's intelligent algorithms
calculate the distance and automatically connect the loop,
efficiently eradicating distractions. This not only reduces the risk of
brushing errors but also optimizes your editing time.
Moreover, if you inadvertently include unwanted areas while
encircling your target, rectification is a breeze. You can easily
correct this by toggling the brush stroke mode in the options bar
from "addition" to "subtraction."
THE ENHANCED GRADIENT TOOL IN

PHOTOSHOP
Let's explore the overhauled Gradient tool in Photoshop. After three
decades, the era of ceaseless clicking to achieve the perfect
gradient is finally behind us. The Gradient tool has undergone a
remarkable transformation, emerging as a dynamic powerhouse.
Although the process of crafting gradients retains its familiarity, we
now possess an enhanced ability to meticulously adjust the spread,
shape, and angle through a multitude of anchors. This advancement
heralds a new era of precision and efficiency in gradient creation.
ENHANCED ADJUSTMENTS
Next, let's take a closer look at the improvements made to the
Adjustments panel. It has undergone a significant transformation!
The panel has been reimagined with a vertical layout, simplifying
navigation and making it even more user-friendly.
At the top of the panel, you'll find our brand-new collection of
adjustment presets. You have several options to choose from, and
clicking "More" will reveal an expanded selection of presets to
discover. What's more, each preset provides an instant live preview,
allowing you to effortlessly make your selection as you hover over
them.
NEW INTERACTIONS IN REMOVE TOOL

Embrace the cutting-edge features of the Remove tool. Instead of
the traditional method of fully brushing over the area you want to
remove, you can now create a loop around it. In this innovative
process, manual closure of the loop is no longer necessary.
Photoshop autonomously calculates the distance and seamlessly
connects the loop, effectively eliminating distractions. This
innovative functionality not only reduces the risk of brushing errors
but also saves you precious time.
Furthermore, if you happen to make unintentional selections while

encircling an area, you can promptly remedy the situation by
adjusting the brush stroke mode in the options bar from "addition"
to "subtraction." This enables you to make exact corrections with
ease.
PRESET SYNC DISCONTINUED WITH THE
RELEASE OF PHOTOSHOP 25.0
In the latest Photoshop release, Preset Sync has been terminated,
rendering the feature non-functional. When Preset Sync is enabled
within Photoshop preferences, your presets are routinely saved to
your local disk upon each Photoshop session's closure.
Following the upgrade to Photoshop 25.0, your last preset panel
configuration for Brushes, Gradients, Patterns, Swatches, Shapes,
and Styles will remain accessible for your continued use.
THE INTERFACE
The Photoshop interface is what we see when we launch the
Photoshop application. It holds sections and tools with which users
interact with the app. The sections of the Photoshop interface are
discussed in the next sections.
The Document Window

The document window is the sizable space in the interface's middle
where images are displayed and altered. This window also holds
the canvas which is the area around which the image is displayed.
Then there is the pasteboard, the dark area around images and its
size depends on the dimensions of the displayed image. When an
image is too small to cover the Document window completely, the
pasteboard merely fills in the space around it.
The Document Tab
The Photoshop document tab is located at the top of the Document
window. The tab lists the document's name, file extension, e.g.
"AdobeStock 145722872.jpeg", and zoom level, e.g. 25%. When
Photoshop has multiple images open, we can move between
document windows by using the tab.
The Status Bar and Zoom Level
The status bar holds more details about the image and can be
found in the bottom left corner of the Document window. Similar to
the document tab, you can also see the zoom level of your opened
image. The Status Bar is located to the right of the zoom level and
it shows the image's color profile by default.
If you click on the status bar and hold it, you can access additional
information about the image, such as its color information,
Resolution, Width and Height, etc.
You can also configure what you want to be displayed on the status
bar by selecting the arrow on the bar to view the available options.
The Toolbar
All of Photoshop's tools are kept on the Toolbar, also referred to as
the Toolbox or the Tools panel. It is located on the left side of the
interface. This bar contains tools that can be used for selecting
objects, editing and retouching pictures, painting, and adding
shapes or text to your image.
The Toolbar can be expanded to get a double-column view by
selecting the double arrows at the top of the panel.
You can also view additional tool options by clicking and holding
down on any of the visible tools.
UNDERSTANDING THE TOOLS LAYOUT
Let's examine the layout of Photoshop's toolbar. Although the tools
may be displayed in a random order, they are organized logically,
with related items being grouped.
The Move and Selection tools for Photoshop are located at the top.
Additionally, the Crop and Slice tools are directly beneath them. The
Measurement tools are listed next, then Photoshop's numerous
Retouching and Painting capabilities. The tools for drawing and
typing come next. The Navigation tools are located at the bottom.
UNDERSTANDING THE TOOLBAR'S HIDDEN
TOOLS
Beyond what we can see, there are many more tools available, and
each toolbar item is represented by an icon. More tools are hidden
inside a tool icon if it has a small arrow in the bottom right corner.
To view the additional tools, click and hold the tool icon.
Alternatively, you can right-click (Windows) or control-click (Mac)
icons. There will be a fly-out menu that lists the additional tools.
For instance, if I click and hold on the icon for the Rectangular
Marquee Tool, the fly-out menu notifies me that it is also grouped
with the Elliptical Marquee Tool, Single Row Marquee Tool, and
Single Column Marquee Tool. One of the additional tools can be
chosen by clicking on its name in the list. I'm going to choose the
Elliptical Marquee Tool.
UNDERSTANDING THE DEFAULT TOOL
The tool that automatically displays each position on the toolbar is
known as the default tool. For instance, the Rectangular Marquee
Tool is the default tool for the item in the second row from the top.
But Photoshop won't always display the default tool. Instead, it will
display the last tool you selected.
After choosing the Elliptical Marquee Tool from the fly-out menu,
you'll notice that the Rectangular Marquee Tool is no longer
displayed in the toolbar. Elliptical Marquee Tool is now accessible in
its place:
Each position on the toolbar shows either the currently selected tool
or the most recently used tool. To select the Rectangular Marquee
Tool at this point, I would either need to right-click on a Mac or
control-click on a Windows computer, or I would need to click on the
Elliptical Marquee Tool icon and hold down the mouse button. The
option to choose the Rectangular Marquee Tool then appeared on
the menu was as follows:
UNDERSTANDING PHOTOSHOP TOOLS AND

THEIR USES
Below is a basic explanation of how each tool in Photoshop is used,
along with a quick summary of each tool. The tools are listed in
order from top to bottom, with additional details on some of them
given later.
Photoshop 2024 is the most recent version on this list. Additionally,
keep in mind that some tools were absent from earlier iterations.
The Move Tool (Default Tool)

You can move the selected area or the entire layer using this tool
and the arrow buttons on your keyboard or mouse. You can transfer
the selected area in the image to any location with this tool,
depending on your needs. By default, this tool moves the area that
is now selected; if the area is not selected, the entire layer is
moved. To activate it, simply hold down the Ctrl key in Windows or
the Command key in Mac and select the move tool from the tool
panel.
The Artboard Tool
Adobe Photoshop offers a wide range of default preset sizes as well
as the option to set your customized size, and depending on
whether you are creating elements for websites or print media, you
can choose an artboard of your preferred size, create multiple
artboards within the same document, and start the work, the uses
of the artboard are endless, and there are numerous benefits.
You may quickly create several web or UX (user experience) layouts
for various devices or screen sizes with the Artboard Tool.
Rectangular Marquee Tool (Default Tool)

This device has a selection function. Using the Rectangular Marquee
tool, you can select a rectangle or another geometric shape. Select
the Rectangular Marquee tool from the toolbox.
The Elliptical Marquee Tool
By using shift + M, you can access the elliptical marquee tool. The
elliptical marquee tool allows you to create an oval-shaped
selection, and if you click while holding down the alt key, your
selection will begin at the center of your click.
The Elliptical Marquee Tool produces elliptical selection outlines.
Hold down the Shift key to make a selection that is a perfect circle.
The Single Row Marquee Tool

We should be aware of the Single Row Marquee Tool, which is used
to create a 1-pixel wide horizontal selection, even though it is not
extremely useful. By pressing shift + M, you can access the
horizontal marquee tool.
The Single Row Marquee Tool in Photoshop is used to select one
row of pixels in the image, going from left to right.
The Single Column Marquee Tool

Although using the Single Column Marquee Tool to create a 1-pixel-
wide vertical selection is not particularly helpful, we should be
aware of it. Pressing shift and M will activate the vertical marquee
tool. Use the Single Column Marquee Tool to select a single column
of pixels from top to bottom.
The Lasso Tool (Default Tool)

This tool has a selection function. You can use this tool to create a
freehand selection border around the part of the image you want to
emphasize. L is the lasso tool's shortcut, or you can select it from
the tool panel.

The Polygonal Lasso Tool generates decisions with straight edges. It
works great for selecting things like structures and merchandise.
Learn how to use the polygonal lasso tool to select specific
structures and change the sky in this video.
Use the Polygonal Lasso Tool to click completely around an object
to generate a polygonal, straight-edged selection outline.
In contrast to the normal Lasso, which is used to produce freehand
selections of an area of a photograph, the Magnetic Lasso creates
selections based on edges and offers a reasonably exact selection
that is between 80 and 90% correct.
With the Magnetic Lasso Tool, the selection outline is automatically
snapped to an object's edges as you move the mouse cursor around
it.
The Object Selection Tool (Default Tool)

A decision-making tool is the Object Selection Tool. You can choose
a related object in a photograph more easily, or even only a portion
of a related object. The ability to choose a subject is already
present in Photoshop. However, it is meant to identify each
individual or thing in the picture. By making a rough selection
around the image, this tool enables you to identify the object. The
selection automatically shrink-wraps to the edges of your object
once you've drawn it. The Object Selection Tool is located in the
tool palette. By just dragging a rough selection outline around an
object with the Object Selection Tool, you can select it.
The Quick Selection Tool
Using the Quick Selection Tool, you can rapidly choose an object by
just painting a brush over it. Turn "Auto-Enhance" on in the
Selections Bar for higher-quality options.
The Magic Wand Tool

The Photoshop Magic Wand Tool allows you to quickly choose
sections of a similar color. The "Tolerance" option in the Options Bar
determines the color choices.
The Crop Tool (Default Tool)

Using this tool, you may pick a specific area of an image and get rid
of anything else around it. Additionally, Photoshop can straighten
images. The cropping process has no impact on the image's content
size. It is a non-destructive tool, and you can choose to save the
cropped pixels to later adjust the crop limits. The tool palette has
the Crop Tool. Use Photoshop's Crop Tool to remove any unwanted
areas when cropping an image. Uncheck "Delete Cropped Pixels" in
the Options Bar to make a crop without erasing the original image.
The Perspective Crop Tool

When cropping an image, the Perspective Crop Tool can also be
used to fix typical perspective or distortion problems.
The Slice Tool

The slice tool is used to separate the full Photoshop document into
many slices. Users can use it to cut up a big image or piece of art
into smaller pieces that fit together like jigsaw puzzles (but they all
have straight edges). As an alternative, the image can be extracted
in part using the slice tool without really being sliced or cropped.
The Slice Tool divides a picture or layout into slices that can be
individually exported and optimized.
The Slice Select Tool
The Slice Pick Tool can be used to select, move, and resize slices.
Click a slice to pick it after selecting the Slice Select Tool from the
Toolbox. The Slice Select Tool allows you to move and resize the
bounding box of the selected slice.
The Frame Tool (Default Tool)

The Frame Tool, which is new to Photoshop CC 2019 and beyond,
allows you to place pictures into rectangular or elliptical frames.
The Eyedropper Tool (Default Tool)

Photoshop's Eyedropper Tool extracts color samples from an image.
Increase "Sample Size" in the Options Bar to get a clearer
impression of the color of the sampled area.
The 3D Material Eyedropper Tool
Use Photoshop's 3D Material Eyedropper Tool to extract material
samples from 3D models.
The Color Sampler Tool

The Color Sampler Tool displays the color values for the selected
(sampling) area of an image. Four places at most may be checked
simultaneously. View the color information in Photoshop's Info
panel.
The Ruler Tool

The Ruler Tool computes locations, angles, and distances. Excellent
for carefully positioning graphics and other things.
The Note Tool
You can add text-based notes to your Photoshop document for your
use or the use of other people working on the same project by using
the Note Tool. The notes from the .PSD files are also kept.
The Count Tool

To manually count the items in an image or to have it count
multiple selected regions for you, use Photoshop's Count Tool.
The Spot Healing Brush Tool (Default Tool)

The Spot Healing Brush in Photoshop can be used to swiftly correct
blemishes and other small flaws in an image. Use a brush size that
is just a tiny bit larger than the spot for optimal results.
The Healing Brush Tool
The Healing Brush can be used to paint over more problematic
areas of an image to fix them. To sample a nice texture, click while
holding Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac) and then paint over the
broken region to repair it.
The Patch Tool

This utility removes spots and marks from the photographs. Or, to
put it another way, it is used for painting and image retouching,
such as removing a noticeable scar or too much skin. This tool is
often hidden beneath the Healing Brush tool in the Tools panel.
Use the Patch Tool to draw a freeform selection outline around a
problematic area. After that, fix it by dragging the selection's outline
over an area with a nice texture.
The Content-Aware Move Tool
You can choose an element to move from one photo to another
while smoothly positioning it so that it looks like it belongs there by
using the Content-Aware Move tool. Thanks to this application, you
can do this without having high-level Photoshop expertise.
A specific area of a picture can be selected and moved using the
Content-Aware Move Tool. Photoshop automatically fills in the gap
left by the original object using elements from the surrounding area.
The Red Eye Tool

Photoshop features a function called Red Eye that eliminates the
look of red eyes. If you're taking images at a party, at night, or in
another setting with poor light, this helpful feature will help your
subjects look more natural. This program corrects typical red-eye
problems in photographs caused by camera flashes.
The Brush Tool (Default Tool)

The Brush Tool in Photoshop is the primary painting tool. Use it to
add brush strokes to a layer or layer mask.
The brush tool is one of Photoshop's most valuable and important
tools. You can add color, colorize layer masks, and alter a wide
range of other aspects of your images with the aid of this tool. So
you must have a firm grasp of the Brush Tool's operation if you want
to become a great photo editor.
The Pencil Tool

The pencil tool can be used to create strong, freehand lines. A
paintbrush and a pencil are examples of related objects. The main
difference between the two tools, even though they both use the
same kind of brush, is that the pencil tool does not result in fuzzy
edges, even with a very fuzzy brush.
While the Brush Tool can paint with soft edges, the Pencil Tool
always creates hard edges.
The Color Replacement Tool

Using the Color Replacement tool in Photoshop is the quickest way
to alter the color. It functions by sampling the original colors and
replacing them with the foreground color of your choice.
The Mixer Brush Tool
The Mixer Brush tool is also referred to as "Painter's Paradise" since
it is frequently used by digital painters and illustrators. It is also
utilized in a variety of ways by photo editors. One of the mixer
brush tool's most important uses is skin retouching. The Mixer Brush
in Photoshop can imitate aspects of real painting, such as color
blending and combination as well as paint wetness, in contrast to
the regular Brush Tool.
The Clone Stamp Tool (Default)

A section of a photograph can be duplicated onto another portion of
the same image using Photoshop's Clone Stamp tool. Photographers
and artists regularly use the Clone Stamp tool to remove unwanted
elements from a shot.
The Clone Stamp Tool in Photoshop is the most basic retouching
tool. It takes samples of pixels from one area of the image to cover
pixels in another area of the image.
The Pattern Stamp Tool
The Pattern Stamp tool is used to paint the pattern that has been
defined from your image, another image, or a pre-defined pattern.
Use the Pattern Stamp Tool to create a pattern for the image.
The History Brush Tool (Default Tool)

You can paint over certain regions of a photograph with the History
Brush tool to change their history state. It paints a snapshot from
an earlier stage to produce the current iteration of the image
(historical state). Choose the previous state from the History
window.
The Art History Brush Tool

To add painting effects to your images, use the art history brush
tool. Although the history brush is often the same, there are some
additional choices, such as "style." The Art History Brush also
embellishes the image with a stylized snapshot of an earlier
historical era.
The Eraser Tool (Default Tool)
The Eraser tool is just a brush. You can change the size, hardness,
and spacing, just like with any other brush. You also have the choice
of changing from Brush to Pencil or Block mode. The Eraser, on the
other hand, erases the unwanted pixels from your image as
opposed to painting over them. The Eraser Tool in Photoshop
permanently deletes all pixels on a layer. It can also be used to
depict historical scenes.

The background eraser tool chooses which portions of an image to
eliminate based on color contrast. It works best when the object or
area you want to keep or delete has a color that stands out vividly
from the immediate or surrounding color areas.
A backdrop eraser tool is a great option when a subject's contour is
distorted and it would be challenging, if not impossible, to select it
using the lasso or marquee selection tools. To test the background
eraser tool, use a sample image or a photo you've uploaded from
your computer. The Background Eraser Tool eliminates similar-
colored regions from an image by painting over them.
The Magic Eraser Tool
When you click the image, a magic eraser almost chooses to erase
itself, making it a click-and-forget utility. The program extracts a
color sample from the clicked pixel and deletes any nearby pixels
with colors that are similar to the sampled color.
The Magic Eraser Tool is comparable to the Magic Wand Tool in that
it selects areas of similar color with a single click. However, those
areas are subsequently completely erased using the Magic Eraser
Tool.
The Gradient Tool (Default Tool)

The tool can be used to create several effects, such as diamond and
linear gradients. A linear gradient follows a line, whereas a diamond
gradient helps add some sparkle to an image. Since some gradients
are transparent, some of the images can be seen through them.
Photoshop's Gradient Tool creates gradual color blending between
different hues. The Gradient Editor can be used to design and
produce gradients.
The Paint Bucket Tool
Using the Paint Bucket Tool, you can change a region of comparable
hue to your foreground color or pattern. The "Tolerance" option
determines the range of colors that will be affected in the area
around the selected region.
You can paint each pixel using the Paint Bucket tool, and you can
modify its behavior. When using the Contiguous option, only pixels
that are physically connected to others of the same color will be
painted. The Anti-Alias option helps to soften the edges of the areas
you fill.
The 3D Material Drop Tool

In 3D modeling, you can sample material from one area of your
model, mesh, or 3D layer, then drop it in a different spot with the
3D Material Drop Tool.
With the 3D Material Drop tool, option-click (PC: Alt-click) a
material to load it before clicking anywhere to drop it onto a
different part of your model, a different 3D mesh, or a different 3D
layer. To assist you in selecting the proper material, use the 3D
Select Material tool and the material picker thumbnail in the 3D
panel.
The Blur Tool (Default Tool)
The blur softens an area when you use the tool to paint over it. You
can use it to give specific areas of an image a blurred look. Pick out
the Blur tool Use the Options bar to change tool settings like Size,
Hardness, and Strength to achieve the desired result. By clicking
and dragging it over an area of an image, you can blur that area.
The Sharpen Tool

The tool does exactly what its name implies: it sharpens up any
fuzzy or muddled image. You may improve the contrast of your
image by making the lighter pixels lighter and the darker ones
darker. The Sharpen Tool sharpens an area when you paint over it.
The Smudge Tool

The Smudge tool imitates the way a brush might spread wet paint.
The brush picks up color where the stroke begins and pushes it in
the direction you swipe or nudge. Use the Smudge tool to gradually
rework sharp edges into appealing and softer lines. Using
Photoshop's Smudge Tool, you can smear and smudge the areas
you paint over. Additionally, it can be used to simulate finger
painting.
The Dodge Tool (Default Tool)
Use the Dodge Tool to paint over dark areas of the image to make
them lighter. You can selectively lighten some areas of your image
using the Dodge tool without changing its color or saturation.
pressing to select the Dodge tool (O). Use the Options tab to
change tool settings like brush size, range, and exposure to get the
desired result. Drag your mouse over the region of the image you
want to lighten.
The Burn Tool

The Burn Tool will make the areas you paint over darker. The Burn
tool is used to darken certain areas of an image. The more times
you paint over an area with the Burn tool, the darker it becomes.
The Sponge Tool

The sponge tool in Photoshop alters color saturation. It can increase
or decrease the saturation of a hue. This implies that we can alter
the color intensity of particular pixels by increasing or decreasing
their color using the sponge tool. To change the color saturation,
apply paint with the Sponge Tool over particular regions.
The Pen Tool (Default Tool)

The Pen tool is one of Illustrator's most effective drawing tools, and
it can be found on the Toolbar. It enables you to create and modify
anchor points and paths. The Pen Tool in Photoshop can be used to
make extremely precise paths, vector shapes, or selections.
The Freeform Pen Tool

Use the Freeform Pen Tool to create trails or forms by hand. Anchor
points are automatically added when you draw the path. The
Freeform Pen Tool lets you quickly create vector shapes and a
variety of routes by adding anchor points automatically.
The Curvature Pen Tool

The Curvature Pen Tool is located in the Pen Tool on the Tool Bar.
You can create a straight line segment by clicking twice in the
image window and letting go after. Initially always straight, the
initial line segment bends when more anchor points are added. The
Curvature Pen Tool has simplified and made the Pen Tool easier. It
was new as of Photoshop CC 2018.
The Add Anchor Point Tool

You can use the Add Anchor Point Tool to add more anchor points
along a path.
The Delete Anchor Point Tool

To manually erase anchor points, select the Eliminate Anchor Point
tool from the Pen tool flyout and then click an anchor to remove it.
Alternatively, you can click on an existing anchor point along a path
with the Delete Anchor Point Tool to remove it.
The Convert Point Tool

The Convert Point Tool changes existing vector shape masks and
pathways by changing smooth anchor points to corner anchor points
and vice versa (shape outlines). From the Toolbox, pick the Convert
Point Tool. Click on a smooth anchor point to turn it into a corner
anchor point.
The Horizontal Type Tool (Default Tool)

To add conventional type to your document, use the Horizontal Type
Tool, also known as the Type Tool in Photoshop. The Horizontal
Type tool allows you to add horizontal text to your images. Select
the Horizontal Type tool by pressing (T). Use the Options tab to
adjust tool parameters like Font Style, Font Size, and Text Color to
get the desired result. Add some points or paragraph wording (add
a few words like a heading or title).
The Vertical Type Tool

To create a vertical type, use Photoshop's Vertical Type Tool. You
may access this tool by selecting the Vertical Type Tool from the
Type Tool menu while keeping the mouse button depressed. You
can also switch the text's orientation from horizontal to vertical by
choosing the Toggle Text Orientation button in the Options Bar.
The Vertical Type Mask Tool
The "Vertical Type Mask tool" is used to cover the background
image within the vertically typed text. Use the Type Mask Tool in
Photoshop Elements to display the mix of type and image. The Type
Mask tool does not add any new layers. As an alternative, the active
layer is selected.
The Horizontal Type Mask Tool

Similar to the Vertical Mask Type Tool, the Horizontal Type Mask
Tool creates a selection outline that resembles type. However, the
type is added horizontally rather than vertically.
The Path Selection Tool (Default Tool)

The Path Selection tool makes it simple to select routes and gives
you the ability to move or swap out objects. the Path Selection tool
was pressed (A). Use the Options bar to change tool settings like
Path Operations, Path Alignment, and Arrangement to achieve the
desired result. Select one or more options. Use the Path Selection
Tool in Photoshop to select and move a whole path at once (the
black arrow).
The Direct Selection Tool

The Direct Selection Tool lets you choose a complete path or group
by clicking on particular anchor points or path segments or by
selecting any other place on the item. One or more items can be
chosen from a group of items. You should be aware that while the
Direct Selection tool is in outline mode, imported visuals that are
nearby may be selected. Lock or hide the graphics before making a
selection to prevent choosing undesirable ones. Using the Direct
Selection Tool, you can pick and move a specific path segment,
anchor point, or direction handle (the white arrow).
The Rectangle Tool (Default Tool)

You can make paths (shape outlines) and rectangle forms with
either sharp or rounded edges with the Rectangle tool. Making use
of the Rectangle tool (U). Use the Options bar to change the tool's
Fill, Stroke, Width, and Height to get the desired result. Draw paths
or shapes on the canvas. Drag while maintaining the Shift key
depressed to force the shape into an exact square.
The Ellipse Tool
With the Ellipse Tool, elliptical vectors, pathways, or pixel forms can
be created. Hold Shift while dragging to create a complete circle.
The Triangle Tool

The Triangle Tool is used to produce triangle forms. Hold down Shift
to create an equilateral triangle. Choose the Radius option to radius
the corners.
The Polygon Tool

The polygon tool allows users to create polygonal forms with any
number of sides. Choose the Star Ratio option to turn polygons into
stars.
The Line Tool
The Line Tool is one of Photoshop's most basic tools. It allows the
creation of a huge variety of lines, forms, and designs. Arrows and
straight lines can be drawn with the Line Tool. Change the stroke's
weight and color to adjust the line's look.
The Custom Shape Tool

The Custom Shape Tool in Photoshop allows you to select and
produce custom shapes. In Photoshop, you can create your custom
shapes or choose from hundreds of pre-built options.
The Hand Tool (Default Tool)

The Hand tool can be used to move an area of a picture that is
concealed from view when the zoom level is set to greater than
100%. Instead, the Hand Tool lets us click and drag an image
around the screen to view it at a closer distance.
The Rotate View Tool
To make things simpler to deal with, you can rotate your image or
document using the Rotate View tool. Documents can be rotated
both clockwise and counterclockwise. Use Photoshop's Rotate View
Tool to rotate the canvas to view and edit the image from various
angles.
The Zoom Tool (Default Tool)

With the Zoom Tool, you may change the zoom level of your
working image. If you simply click on it, the zoom is applied to the
entire image. However, you may also create a zoom rectangle by
dragging the mouse pointer while clicking. Use the Zoom Tool to
click on the image and then zoom in on a certain area to focus on.
On a Mac or Windows computer, click while holding down the Alt or
Option keys to zoom out.
THE OPTIONS BAR
What is displayed on the Options Bar is determined by the selected
tool.
THE MENU BAR

We can access a variety of commands and settings on the Menu
Bar, which are organized into categories. For instance, there are
options for opening, saving, and closing documents under the File
menu. Options for working with layers are listed in the Layer menu.
The Filter menu in Photoshop contains all of the available filters.
THE PANELS
The panels are located on Photoshop's interface's right side. There
are various panels for various jobs, and they provide access to a
wide range of commands and settings. The Layers panel is the
heart of the Photoshop application. This is where we can edit, add,
and remove layers from our document.
PANEL GROUPS
Panel Groups are a combination of several panels that are arranged
as tabs. Selecting any of the tabs displays different options and
settings.
THE SEARCH BAR
You can use this bar to easily search and locate functions within the
application.
THE WORKSPACE
Photoshop's workspaces are pre-set collections and configurations
of the various elements of the interface. The panels that are seen in
Photoshop can be changed as well as how they are grouped
depending on the selected workspaces. The organization of the
tools in the Toolbar can also be altered by a workspace as well as
keyboard shortcuts and items in the Menu Bar.
CUSTOMIZING THE WORKSPACE

Photoshop uses a workspace called Essentials by default. The
Essentials workspace is an all-purpose, basic workspace with an
interface design that works for a wide range of applications. But
there are also alternative workspaces available. Using the
Workspace option in Photoshop's upper right, we can change
workspaces. The Workspace option icon in Photoshop's upper
right allows us to select our desired workspaces.
Or you can select the Window tab, choose Workspace, and then
select any of the available default workspaces.
You can easily select additional panels to be visible on your
workspace by selecting the Window tab.
CREATING NEW DOCUMENTS IN PHOTOSHOP
Select the File menu and choose New or use the
keyboard keys Ctrl + New for Windows or Cmd + New
for Mac
When in the New Document dialogue box, select a
document Category such as Photo, Print, Art &
Illustration, etc.
Choose a Preset and then select Create
CHAPTER TWO
INSTALLATION AND FEATURES OF ADOBE
PHOTOSHOP 2024
INSTALLING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 2024
When you have met the minimum requirements for the installation
you can go ahead with the installation. To install Adobe Photoshop
2024, you must first subscribe to an Adobe membership, available
through monthly or yearly subscriptions. This membership provides
you with a license that grants access to the entire suite of Creative
Cloud applications, including Photoshop and various other creative
tools. For detailed instructions on installing Adobe Photoshop 2024,
Adobe Camera Raw, and Adobe Bridge, please consult the following
link: helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/system-requirements.html.
Keep in mind that an active internet connection, an Adobe ID, and
acceptance of the license agreement are mandatory prerequisites
for product activation and usage. To install Adobe Photoshop 2024,
follow the procedures below.
1. Go to your Chrome browser or any browser of your choice

and enter the link: “www.adobe.com” to access the
Adobe website.
2. Sign in using your Adobe ID, or if you don't have one,
create an account to enable your login credentials.
3. Navigate to the Adobe website and click either the
"Install," "Try," or "Buy" button under the Photoshop
section, based on your existing Adobe account status.
NB: If you're an Adobe member with the Creative Cloud app already
installed on your PC, simply click the "Install" or "Try" button to get
started. For those without an Adobe subscription, you will be
prompted to enter payment information, as explained in steps 4-7
below.
4. Choose your preferred subscription plan and complete the

payment process to confirm your purchase. Once done,
you'll be guided to download the Adobe Creative Cloud
installer.
5. Download and install the Creative Cloud app by following
the onscreen instructions.
6. Adobe Photoshop 2024 will begin downloading
automatically upon Creative Cloud app installation. If not,
simply click the "Install" button within the Creative Cloud
app to initiate the download.
7. Once the file is fully downloaded, click the setup file to
commence the application installation. After the
installation is complete, you can launch Adobe Photoshop
2024 either from your computer's Start menu or directly
from the Creative Cloud application.
LAUNCHING PHOTOSHOP
After a successful installation, launch Adobe Photoshop 2024 by
clicking the application icon in the Windows Start menu or Dock
macOS.
After clicking on the Program, the program automatically starts
opening as shown below.
HOW TO OPEN PHOTOS
Opening photos might seem like a simple task. However, working
with a program as large as Photoshop can make even an easy task
like opening an image not as straightforward as you might imagine.
Additionally, Adobe has added a new Home Screen to the most
current versions of Photoshop, giving us even more options for
opening images.
There are two ways to open images in Photoshop. You can either
use the Home Screen or the File tab. We explain these in the next
sections.
Opening Images from the Photoshop Home

Screen
Select the Open option from the left-hand menu on the
screen
Choose the desired image from your computer's File
Explorer by making a double-click
The selected image is then opened in Photoshop
You can also select any previously opened image from
the Recent files list on the Home Screen
Opening Images with the File Tab

Select the File tab and choose Open. You can also use
the keyboard keys Ctrl + O for Windows or Cmd + O for
Mac.
Choose the desired image from your computer's File
Explorer by making a double click.
The selected image is then opened in Photoshop.
Multiple images can also be opened simultaneously using any of
these methods. You can switch between these images by selecting
the required one from the tabs at the top of the document.
SAVING YOUR WORK

Select File and choose Save As.
Select the desired format from the Format drop-down
options
Supply a name for the file and select the desired file
location
Choose your Save and Color option
Click Save
Available file formats for saving your work in Photoshop include:
PSD: This is the default format for Photoshop files

JPEG and PNG: These are the common file types that
allow you to open and edit your file on any computer
Save for Web: Use this format when the image you are
saving is meant to be published on the Web.
ADOBE CAMERA RAW
Raw files are opened in Camera Raw, a Photoshop plugin, before
being imported into Photoshop, unlike JPEG files, which are
processed straight in Photoshop. It is used to process raw images
before they are sent to Photoshop which is why Camera Raw is
frequently referred to as a digital darkroom. It can be used to adjust
exposure and color, add some preliminary sharpening, etc.
The original purpose of Camera Raw was to enable us to process
raw files. photos that were shot in the raw image file format on
your camera. But as it has developed, Camera Raw now also
supports JPEG and TIFF photos. Note that every camera
manufacturer has its unique version of the raw format, but all are
usually a 3-letter extension. For example, Nikon uses ".nef", Canon
raw files have a ".cr2" extension, and Fuji uses ".raf".
LAUNCHING CAMERA RAW FORMAT IN

PHOTOSHOP
Select either the File tab and then Open or choose
Open on the Home Screen
Select the required RAW image from your computer's
storage
The file then automatically opens in Camera Raw
Opening JPEG Files into Camera Raw

Open the jpeg file in Photoshop and then select the
Filter tab
Choose Camera Raw Filter from the menu to open the
image Adobe Camera Raw window
CHAPTER THREE
UNDERSTANDING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP BASIC
OPERATIONS
Once Photoshop is launched, you may immediately begin editing.
This chapter shall explore the basic operations you can carry out
with the aid of Photoshop tools.
HOW TO OPEN AN EXISTING IMAGE OR FILE

To open an existing Photoshop file (.psd) or image, follow the steps
below.
Go to File.
Select Open.
You can find your file using the Browse window that will
display.
Click Open after selecting it.
(NB: Select Open Recent to choose from a list of recently
opened files to re-open a recently closed file.).
HOW TO CREATE A NEW PHOTOSHOP FILE
Photoshop allows you to open pictures most of the time, but there
are situations when you need to create a new file. This might occur
when you wish to develop an advertisement, a web banner, a
collage, or another type of project. Each part of the new dialog box
will be displayed and described on this page. Follow these steps to
start a new document.
Go to File.
Select New.
• When the New dialog window appears, make the following
selections.
Finally, click on Create when you are done.
HOW TO RESIZE AN IMAGE IN PHOTOSHOP

For everyone, resizing an image is a necessary chore. As a graphic
designer, you have to provide the client with optimized images. You
alone must resize the photos to suit your needs.
Web applications benefit from optimized images. They speed up
page load time, shield your web app from malicious SEO, and lower
bounce rates for your website. Typically, we adhere to the
document's typical size while producing it. Later, though, we must
resize it to fit our project.
Crop, resize, adjust the image canvas size, and more tools are
available in Photoshop to let you change the size of an image. Use
Photoshop to resize an image by following the procedures listed
below:
Click to open the image.

To make an image, choose File > New from the menu or
press the Ctrl + N key combination.
Go to the Image menu by selecting it from the top of the
window. The picture menu offers several distinct image
selections. To change the image's size, use the image
size option. The image size window will open.
We can define the picture size in pixels or a percentage

in this window. To resize it, enter a new size and press
OK.
To fit the chosen picture size, the image will be scaled.
Set the image dimension below the current size to shrink
the image, and raise the image dimensions to enlarge it.
The Image menu contains a selection for Canvas Size. A
dialog box displaying the current canvas size will emerge
when we choose the canvas size option. We have two
options for changing the canvas size: either enter the
new dimensions or select the appropriate box. This will
enable us to specify the canvas size in pixels that we
want to change.
Click OK to apply the modifications after we are happy
with the canvas size.
Or,
After opening the image, choose the canvas size option

from the Image menu.
A dialog box displaying the current canvas size in cm will
be opened.
We may alter the values in centimeters (cm) as well as
other factors like pixels, percentages, inches, etc. Change
the parameter from the drop-down menu next to the
boxes for the picture dimensions to modify the values of
other parameters. To change the canvas size relative to
the open document, we can also mark the relative
option. So, by changing the canvas size in Photoshop, we
can resize the image.
HOW TO CROP AN IMAGE IN PHOTOSHOP

An essential skill that is frequently employed in daily chores is
cropping an image. For picture resizing or to remove an unwanted
portion of the image, we might need to crop the image. Getting
closer to the photo's main topic is another reason to crop the
image.
To crop a picture, use the crop tool in Photoshop. The crop tool can
also be used to align a picture. Since the crop tool is non-
destructive, we can choose the crop pixels and adjust the crop
boundaries as needed. Take note of the following before learning
how to crop an image in Photoshop:
Avoid overcropping images because the loss of resolution

might reduce the quality of the final product. Always crop
an image to a size that is less than 50%.
It's wise to double-check the subject's alignment before
cropping. As the angle increases, the image will lose
pixels, thus the straightening angle should be between 5
and 10 degrees. Additionally, there's a potential that
some of the picture's key components will get lost.
To potentially change how the image is aligned, we
should always take the picture from a little wider angle.
To crop an image, adhere to these instructions:

Open the image in Photoshop or drag it there to crop it.
The File > Open menu option or the Ctrl + O key
combination can also be used to open an image. It will
launch the file explorer, where you can choose the file,
and then click Open to launch Photoshop.
To crop an image, choose the crop tool now. The crop

tool can be activated in two different ways: by choosing it
from the toolbox or by pressing the C key.
Drag the cropping area now. The region must be chosen
while taking the image orientation and layout into
account. Additionally, we should determine whether any
necessary components are included in the crop radius.
Following the completion of the selection, the crop
window may be moved. So, once the selection process is
complete, press Enter to crop the selection. The image
will be cropped to only the selected area after other
portions have been removed.
When an image is cropped, the size of the image is
decreased and an undesired image is eliminated.
When the crop tool is active, various crop options are available. By
performing a right-click on the crop box, we can also access the
common crop option. The following crop choices are offered:
Size and proportions: We can choose the cropping's

size or ratio. We can declare a value for future use or
establish a preset value.
Overlay Options: We can select a view to display the
overlay guidance while cropping using the overlay
options. The rules include the grid, the golden ratio, the
rule of thirds, and others. The O key can be used to go
through each selection.
Crop Choices: To access more crop options, click the
setting button in the top bar.
Switch to Classic: This mode accesses the crop tool
from a previous iteration.
Auto Center Preview: With this selection, we can
automatically center the crop box preview. The crop box
will be automatically positioned in the center of the
image canvas.
Show Cropped Area: Using this option, we can view
the area that will be cropped. If we don't use this option,
only the last area will be shown.
Enable Crop Shield: The crop shield enables us to color
the portions of the image that have been cropped. The
color and opacity can be chosen. We can also choose the
auto-adjust option, in which case the crop boundaries will
automatically be reduced.
Remove cropped pixels: This crop option is necessary
for non-destructive crops since it keeps the crop box's
outer pixel. Non-destructive cropping has the benefit of
not removing any pixels. By clicking the image, we can
see the parts outside the crop box. Enable this option if
you wish to remove any pixels that are outside the crop
box. These pixels will be permanently removed and won't
be available for modification in the future.
Crop Tool with Content-Aware Fill: While using the
crop tool, the content-aware technology automatically
fills the void. It is helpful for cropping, rotating, and
enlarging the image canvas.
HOW TO FLIP AN IMAGE IN PHOTOSHOP

One of the styling techniques used in photographs is flipping.
Flipped images are frequently utilized in filmmaking, animation, or
social media posting. Nowadays, a lot of users like to dress up by
posting their flipped or mirror selfies on social media.
Using Photoshop, we can flip an image layer and combine it with
the original picture. Flipping an image in Photoshop is one of the
most popular tasks requested by users, but it is also a simple
process. We can do it using a variety of methods and tools because
Photoshop supports a huge library of features.
The steps to flip an image in Photoshop are as follows:
Open the image you wish to flip in the first step. Press
the Ctrl + O keys to open an image, or choose File >
Open from the menu. It will launch file exploration and
go to the directory containing the image.
To proceed, select the image and press Open. The image

will now be displayed as follows on the Photoshop
workspace.
After the document has been opened, select the flipping
option under the image > Image rotation menu. As an
illustration, we have chosen to flip the canvas
horizontally.
Depending on our needs, we can also select other
options like vertical, 90 degrees, 180 degrees, or
arbitrary.
The image will be flipped in the appropriate direction
when we choose a flipping option.
As seen in the image above, our image has been turned
horizontally. By choosing the vertical option, we may flip
the image vertically using the same procedure as above.
HOW TO REMOVE THE BACKGROUND OF AN

IMAGE USING PHOTOSHOP
The full-picture canvas is the background. It is behind the focal
point, which could be a person, a location, or anything else. One of
the most difficult and demanding chores when it comes to photo
editing is removing the backdrop.
Photoshop has several tools that identify the primary subject of the
image automatically by estimating its color pixels. We have the
option of removing the backdrop or removing something from it.
The technique of removing the background is simple. We can
complete this task using a variety of tools.
Make sure the following things are before you remove the
background. This will help you decide how to best extract the main
object from the image.
The subject should be well separated from the

background. Occasionally, this is a result of the main
object and background having similar color pixels. We
should make a wise tool choice in this situation. For
instance, we need to extract a picture of a person
standing in front of a tree wearing a green coat. The
Photoshop AI tool can have trouble telling the difference
between the background and the subject in this situation.
Subject edges ought to be clean: Rarely are the subject's
edges not immediately sharp. Therefore, it could be
challenging to separate the core issue from the
background. A picture of a man with curly hair, for
instance. It will be challenging for Photoshop AI tools to
precisely select the hairs in such a situation.
The background shouldn't have any ambiguous edges: In
rare instances, the image background object, such as
water, fire, sky, etc., may have ambiguous edges. When
this happens, it is also challenging for Photoshop's AI
tools to choose multiple pixels with similar colors.
Therefore, it is advised that you select a tool based on your needs.

Here, we'll go over various Photoshop techniques for getting rid of
background images.
How to Remove a Background of an image in

Photoshop with the Object Selection Tool
The Object Selection tool in Photoshop 2024, is one of the most
impressive additions to the software. The majority of the effort in
choosing the subject in your images is done by you by the Object
Selection tool, which makes use of Adobe Sensi AI technology.
Check out the steps below:
Open Photoshop and choose the Object Selection tool

from the left-hand toolbar (in the same menu as the
Quick Selection Tool).
Wait for the blue to appear on your subject as your cursor
now hovers over it. If your cursor doesn't become blue
right away, move it in tiny circles. Your subject is
immediately available for selection.
While choosing all the items you want to keep in the

picture, hold down the shift key to remove the
background. You can use this shortcut to automatically
select each object (showing you the marching ants
around each entity).
To reverse the selection, next, select Select > Inverse
(meaning that your background is now selected instead
of your objects).
You may need to unlock your image so that it is no longer
regarded as the backdrop, depending on what you want
the background to be (in my instance, I want it to be
transparent).
Then, to unlock the layer of your image, click the lock on
its right-hand side. If there are no other layers, the layer
name will become "Layer 0". By selecting the Eraser Tool
and making sure your brush is large, you may erase the
backdrop.
There's no chance of Photoshop losing the selections.
Select the Object Selection tool and hover over your
objects once more if you ever need to reselect them.
How to Remove the Background of an Image

in Photoshop with Quick Action
This article's built-in Photoshop Quick Action for deleting
backgrounds is by far the fastest technique described. It was first
made available in Photoshop 2021 (included in the Creative Cloud
subscription) and offers an efficient and user-friendly Adobe
backdrop remover. If you're doing it for yourself, need it done
quickly, and aren't necessarily seeking perfection, utilize this
method. It works best when the topic has relatively simple lines and
the contrast between the subject and background is high.
Less precision, however, comes with increased speed. The majority
of the work will be completed for you by using Photoshop Quick
Action, however, depending on the image, the results could not live
up to your expectations. If so, you can use any of the techniques
listed here to refine the outcome. See the procedures below:
With your image open in Photoshop, select Duplicate

Layer from the context menu of the Background layer.
Give your layer any name you like in the dialog box that
appears, then click OK. To disable the original layer, click
the eye icon to its left.
Verify that the Properties panel is visible by selecting
Window > Properties. (If it was checked, you don't need
to click it; if it wasn't checked, click it to open it up by
default on the right-hand side.)
Click your new layer in the Layers panel. Click the
Remove Background button under Quick Action in the
Properties window, which by default should be above
your Layers panel.
As a result of the swift action, the background has been

eliminated, leaving your layer with a mask around the
topic.
From here, you can add finishing touches by entering the mask and
making the necessary adjustments (for instance, in the area around
the dog's feet at the bottom left of the image).
How to Remove an Image Background in

Photoshop with the Background Eraser Tool
If you want Photoshop to handle some of the heavy lifting for you
but need greater control over eliminating a backdrop, the
Background Eraser tool is fantastic. You'll need to give up some
time to achieve the desired outcome if you want more control.
Depending on your photo, using the Background Eraser tool could
be quite efficient, save you time, and help you get closer to the
result you want. It works best when working with high-contrast
photographs, but it takes some time and works to get good results.
To remove the backdrop from your image, adhere to the steps
below.
Give your layer any name you like in the dialog box that
From the toolbox on the left, pick the Background Eraser
tool. The Eraser tool may have a hidden counterpart.
Select the Background Eraser tool by clicking and holding
the Eraser tool to display other possibilities.
Click the brush icon to display the brush panel in the tool
options bar at the top of the screen.
Adjust the hardness so that it is close to or equal to
100%.
You are free to choose any size that you think is
acceptable for the image you are working with. I'm
starting at 50 pixels in this instance.
The size of the brush can be changed as we go along by
using the square brackets ([and]).
Keep the Sampling option set to Continuous in the tool
options bar at the top. Following the brush size selection,
it is the first of three icons. Then, set the Tolerance to be
between 20 and 25 percent and the Limits to Find Edges
to that value.
Be aware that it will detect fewer differences in color the lower the
tolerance. On the other hand, the tool will select more colors the
higher the tolerance.
Click and hold the Background Eraser tool while moving
the brush to begin erasing the background around your
subject. The idea is to avoid letting your subject's
crosshairs touch the tool's internal crosshairs. If you want
to see more precise details, zoom in on the image.
(NB: It is advised that you use brief brushstrokes
(remembering to occasionally release the mouse button) so
that you can always undo if the brush extends too far).
In the most challenging regions, you might need to

gradually change the size of your brush. You can do this
by returning to the tools option bar at the top or by using
[&] to change the size of your brush from small to large.
If changing the brush's size is unsuccessful and your
subject is being erased, first reverse your action. Then,
change the Sampling to Once (the middle icon in the set
of three), the Limits to Discontiguous, and the Tolerance
to about 10% in the tool options bar at the top. Because
of these settings, the brush won't resample as you move
and will only use the color that is currently in the
crosshairs.
Depending on your image, this method may be rapid or

tedious, but it yields good results. What is the subject
and what isn't is up to you to decide. If this doesn't finish
the job, the other techniques listed here might be able to
help you get closer to the outcome you want.

Photoshop with the Pen Tool
One of the most tried-and-true methods for erasing backgrounds
from photographs in Photoshop is the Pen tool. It offers you the
most influence on the result. But because it gives you the most
control, it might also take the longest. It takes time to use the Pen
tool. When the subject and background are not starkly contrasted or
when other tools, such as the Quick Action or Background Eraser
tool mentioned above, aren't yielding the desired results, the Pen
tool is the best option to use. Out of all the techniques mentioned
here, it offers you the greatest control. See the steps listed below.

Give your layer any name you'd like in the dialog box that
From the toolbox on the left, choose the Pen tool (above
the Text tool). Start by enlarging a portion of your
photograph. Click to begin the first anchor at the edge of
your subject (or another appropriate beginning place).
After that, begin circling your subject while introducing
new anchors to begin detailing it.
To create a curved line, click-hold-drag is the technique
to employ. You may then move the mouse to change the
curve as necessary.
Use the Direct Selection tool, which is located in the
toolbox under the Path Selection tool, to fine-tune an
anchor point or direct lines.
Use your keyboard shortcut (Command + Z for macOS,
Control + Z for Windows) or go to File > Undo to remove
an anchor.
When you're finished, make sure to return to your
starting place to complete the path. You should save the
path once you've finished it and are satisfied with the
outcomes. To display the Paths panel, select Window >
Paths. Choose New Path from the three-bar menu on the
right, then give your path a name. Your path has now
been saved to the Paths panel.
Next, right-click your new path in the Paths panel and
choose Make Selection; after doing so, click OK in the
dialog box (leave all defaults for now). This will show you
where your path was when you were marching.
Since we don't want to remove the contents of the
selection, we should update it to include everything but
the subject. Select Inverse under Select. As you can see,
the marching ants have now surrounded the whole
picture, including the subject, and have essentially
chosen the background.
Press Delete to remove the background. Instead of your
previous background, you should now see a white and
gray striped background.
You might discover that this doesn't get you to 100%, just like with
the other strategies mentioned. You can achieve the desired
outcome here by combining the Pen tool with other techniques. For
example, I might employ a different technique to enhance the
woman's eyelash region in this particular image.
Photoshop with the Magnetic Lasso Tool
The Magnetic Lasso tool might be a fantastic beginning point for
getting you where you need to be quick so you can spend your time
fine-tuning the details if the Pen tool is too time-consuming or you
don't want to take the time to sketch out your topic.
Best to use when you want to save time and have Photoshop
automatically recognize the path and the subject is generally highly
contrasted from the background and has intricate edges. See the
steps listed below.

From the toolbox on the left, choose Magic Lasso. With
the tool, begin drawing around the edge of your topic. As
you move your cursor, you'll see that it will begin drawing
the path for you. Patience is essential because you need
to move slowly, steadily, and deliberately.
After launching the tool, you must completely circle your
subject before returning to where you first started. Click
the starting location once you've returned to the
beginning. The choice will then change into marching
ants surrounding your choice.
Give your pick a name and save it by selecting Selection
> Save Selection.
To invert the marching ants and remove the background,
select > Inverse (they should now be running around the
edge of the image and your subject). Press delete.
Instead of your old background, you should now see a
white and gray striped background.
If you believe the selection has to be changed, you can go back and
retry a few steps to get better results, or you can combine several
different approaches from this book to get you closer to your goal.

Photoshop with the Quick Selection Tool
The Quick Selection tool is possibly my favorite approach here
because it provides the quickest subject selection and refinement.
In addition, it can be used for a far larger variety of photographs
than the other techniques mentioned above because it uses color
changes to indicate where the selection should be made.
The best situations to use this technique are when the subject is
somewhat contrasted, the image has "wispy" or intricate details, or
you want to save time but still need fair accuracy and quick
refinement. See the steps listed below.

Choose the Quick Selection tool from the left-side toolbox
(may be hidden under the Object Selection tool).
Use the tool to paint the image's focal point. While you
paint, you'll start to notice the marching ants. Use the
[or] keys to decrease or increase the size of your tool.
The center of the tool will change from a + symbol to a -
symbol, indicating it will now be removed from the
selection if you find that you've painted outside of the
subject. This can be done by clicking and holding the
Option key on a Mac or the Alt key on a Windows
computer. Holding down the Option or Alt key, paint over
the portion of the selection you want to delete.
Give the selection a name and save it by choosing Select

> Save Selection. This is just in case you decide to go
back and make changes.
Remove the backdrop. To flip the marching ants, select
Inverse from the menu. Press delete.
If you discover that you missed an area or need to make
further adjustments, you can go back a few steps to
make the necessary changes, resave your pick, and try
again.
It has never been simpler to remove a backdrop from an
image using Photoshop's methods. The methods above
will help you achieve your desired outcome much more
quickly and with better results, whether you're looking for
a quick and simple way to remove a subject from a photo
or you need a way to change the background of a more
detailed image. Knowing which technique to apply will
not only speed up your workflow but also result in a much
better final image.
Finally, if you need to save your image without the background,

depending on your intended use, don't forget to do so as a
transparent PNG so that you can continue to use your new
background-free image in other applications.
HOW TO CHANGE COLOR IN PHOTOSHOP
Photoshop is a useful tool for changing an image's colors. It is a
well-known photo editing program. The vision of the image or item
is entirely defined by the colors, which are a crucial component of
the image.
When working with photographs, it's possible that some of the
images don't have the desired color scheme. We can use Photoshop
to adjust the colors in any pattern regardless of what hues are
present in your artwork. By altering the colors of an image's objects,
we can add important visuals. To work with colors, Photoshop offers
several tools including Hue Saturation, Blending Modes, the Color
Replacement tool, etc.
Additionally, one of the most frequent and difficult chores for
graphic designers, photographers, and other professionals is
altering the backdrop color. The original colors of the image must
remain intact when changing hues. Decide on a route that suits
your imagination.
This section will go over many Photoshop techniques for altering an
object's color. All of these techniques are incredibly effective and
capable of altering the perspective of any image. Any of the
aforementioned techniques can be used to alter the color of the
image, and you can also combine any two techniques to create new
hues. For applying effects, we'll use various layers so that we can
always go back and make adjustments.
How to Change the Background Color Using

Photoshop
With Photoshop, changing an image's backdrop color is simple.
Although changing the backdrop color is not simple, we may make it
simple by using several Photoshop features. Since the background
of the image could be hazy, have ambiguous colors, or have various
colors, the first step in changing the background color is to properly
choose the background.
Use the rapid selection tool or magic wand tool to choose pixels of a
matching hue, then start choosing the background by holding down
the Shift key while dragging the mouse. Pixels press the Ctrl+J keys
after choosing a color. The selection will be moved to a new layer.
Apply the layer style to this layer and alter the color of this layer.
The brush, repair, or clone stamp tools can be used to fix the
damaged pixels, however, there is a potential that we missed some
pixels or copied some additional pixels. See the picture below.
Because the background in the above image has multiple colors, we

first used the magic wand tool to change the color before using the
brush tool to correct it.
It is advised that you enlarge the image while painting over the
pixels that are close to the primary object.
How to Change Object Color Using
Hue/Saturation
We can alter the image's colors using the Hue/Saturation
tools. Hue is used for color, whereas saturation is used
for purity. One of the best tools for fast coloring an image
in Photoshop is this one. It also offers a choice for
adjusting the image's brightness. The ease of use of this
instrument is one of its best features. By adjusting the
sliders for hue and saturation, we may experiment with
color.
to give the image a hue-saturation look. Use the Ctrl+O
key combination to display the image. Now, choose the
Hue/Saturation tool by choosing Image > Adjustments >
Hue/Saturation from the menu or by pressing Ctrl+U on
your keyboard. The Hue/Saturation window will now be
displayed as shown below:
To change the colors, move the Hue/Saturation sliders.
We will be able to see a preview of the alterations
because they will be made live on the image. By moving
the Lightness slider, we can also change the image's
brightness. The appropriate modifications are shown in
the graphic below.
The original image in the above image is shown in the first image,
and the Hue/Saturation effect is shown in the second image. Here,
we can see that the image's colors were altered simply by altering
the Hue/Saturation value.
How to Change Object Color by Adding a Color

Layer
The Hue/Saturation tool can be effectively replaced with the Color
layer. Filling in a specific color that the Hue/Saturation tool might
not include is useful. It is not quite as simple to use as the
Hue/Saturation tool, but it still only requires two simple actions.
Go to Layer > New Fill Layer > Solid Color to add a new
color layer. A pop-up menu for adding a new layer will
appear; select OK to proceed.
The color picker will now open, allowing you to select the
necessary shade for the image. In addition to the solid
color option, we now have the option of a gradient or
pattern fill.
Our color layer has now been generated, but before we
can apply it to the image, we must change the blending
mode from normal to color. As a result, the color layer
will be used to apply the color effect to the image.
See the photo below:
The applied color effect is comparable to the
Hue/Saturation tool, as we can see from the image
above.
The fact that the color layer immediately generates a
layer mask for the layer is fantastic. To paint the parts
that we don't want to colorize, we can click on this mask.
Additionally, we may quickly alter the layer's color at any
time when editing.
How to Change Object Color Using the Color

Replacement Tool
A color replacement tool is an excellent tool for adding realistic
colors to images. However, since it is a brush tool, we must paint
over the area to change its color.
In the toolbar, the color replacement tool is located next
to the brush tool section. Pressing the B key will turn it
on.
Like a brush tool, it operates. Simply move the brush

over the area you wish to change the color of. It typically
paints with the foreground color that is currently active.
See the picture below.
Using the color replacement tool, we can see that we

have painted half of the image.
How to Change Object Color Using the Layer
Style
By using the layer style settings, we can also alter the color of the
image. Any icon's color can be changed with its help. The color of a
particular area cannot be altered by employing this technique. The
hue of the image will be completely altered. It might cover the
canvas of our images, making it only useful for PNG images.
First, unlock the backdrop layer by double-clicking on the

picture layer. Then, right-click on the image layer and
choose Blending Options from the menu that appears.
Here, we may choose from a variety of stylistic options
for our layer, select the color overlay, and then click the
color box to choose the preferred color. To implement it,
click OK.
How to Change Object Color Using Quick
Selection Tool or Magic Wand Tool
One of the best tools in Photoshop for automatically selecting a
zone of similar colors is the Quick Selection tool, sometimes known
as the magic wand tool. Therefore, we may accurately choose an
object and change its color using these techniques.
Press the W key to start the rapid selection tool, or

choose it from the toolbox to the left of the workspace.
The same tool category contains both tools; hold this in
the toolbox to choose any one of them.
After making a precise selection of the image area you
wish to change the color of, press Ctrl+J to separate it
into a new layer.
Now that our selection has been transferred to a new
layer, we can change its color using a gradient or
blending option. Choose any color scheme and use it. See
the picture below.
We've added a gradient overlay to the image above.
Simply right-click the layer and use the blending options
to apply any color or gradient. We can choose from a
variety of layer styles here. Depending on our needs, we
can select any of the styles.
HOW TO SMOOTH EDGES IN PHOTOSHOP

Keeping the edges clean is crucial when altering a photo in
Photoshop. The boundaries of the item typically blur during image
editing, which does not look realistic. But don't worry, we can
smooth it out to make it look natural.
It is a multi-step process. We'll need to use a variety of tools. When
we delete or alter an image's background, especially one with a
complex background, the main object's edges frequently become
deformed or blurry. So, it will be useful in these circumstances.
Additionally, there are occasions when we need to remove an object
from one image and merge it with another. We will see fuzzy edges
to the object in each of these cases.
Here, we'll go over a step-by-step procedure for employing the
antialiasing and feathering techniques to smooth out the blurry
edges. Let's first clarify what antialiasing and feathering are before
moving on.
Understanding Aliasing and Antialiasing

Before working with pixel-based editing, it's crucial to understand
the terms aliasing and antialiasing. The visible stair-stepping of
object edges during editing in a low-resolution image is known as
aliasing. Antialiasing smoothes the jagged edges of the object while
reversing the aliasing effect by replacing the damaged pixels with
new ones of a comparable color.
Take a look at the illustration below, which exemplifies both
methods:
The first image in the above image is in alias format, while the
second image is after the antialiasing technology has been used.
Typically, we utilize the rectangular marquee tool, which results in
lovely, sharp edges for the region that has been chosen. Unless we
actively disable the antialiasing option, every selection tool in
Photoshop uses this technique. As soon as we disabled the
antialiasing function in the settings menu. The selection will be an
alias automatically.
Understanding Feathering in Photoshop

The process of feathering softens and blurs the borders of the
selection. The feather radius value can be set in the settings bar to
determine how soft and blurry the edges will be.
The feathering technique is typically applied to fade into the
backdrop of an image or to soften its edges. Pixels are used to
define the feather value. The approach for applying the feather is to
first make the selection of where it will be applied, and then blend it
into the background of the image. One image will transition into
another. By selecting the Select > Modify > Feather option, we can
additionally define the feather. As an alternative, we may quickly
apply the feather by using the Shift+F6 key combination.
Now you know how to use the Antialiasing and Feathering
technique in Photoshop to smooth edges. To make the edges
smooth, there are several possible techniques. The selection edges
can be made smoother using a variety of techniques. Let's get to
know them.
HOW TO USE THE REFINE EDGES TOOL

Photoshop has a setting that allows the object's edges to be
automatically sharpened. It is reachable from the top options bar of
the workspace. Using the refine edges tool, as we shall in this
method, is one of the simplest ways to produce smoother edges.
Take the following steps to use this tool:
We must first open the image we want to change. The

image can be opened in Photoshop by dragging and
dropping it there or by pressing the Ctrl+O keyboard
shortcut.
Ensure that the background layer is unlocked after
opening the image. If it's locked, a double click will
release it. It will be possible to extract both the image
layer and the backdrop layer. The selection on it and
other options are now usable.
If you want to alter an existing item, you can omit this
step and just remove the background.
Now, expand the image to search for and remove any
rough or fuzzy edges.
Now choose the area of the image that you want to
smooth using one of the selection tools. As an example,
the boundaries of the object are selected using the magic
choose tool, which will automatically select comparable
pixels. When selecting pixels, always zoom close on the
image for the best results.
After that, select the edge-refining tool from the
workspace's top-level settings menu.
Turn on the edge-smoothing tool. A chat box will be

displayed to smooth the edges.
We can change the settings we require in this window,
including the radius, feather, smoothness, etc. It will
provide a live preview and layer mask. A live preview of
the object's reflection in our image is displayed as we
change the values. How to use the offered elements is
demonstrated by the following examples:
1. Smooth: Smooth generates a smoother contour for

the selected option.
2. Feather: The feather mellows the transition between
the background and the selection.
3. Contrast: When the contrast value increases and gets
crisper, that is when the soft edge transition is
determined.
4. Shift Edge: The shift edge moves an edge of a soft
selection inward or outward following predetermined
settings to remove unwanted pixels.
To apply the changes after we've completed sharpening

the edges, press OK.
The image above shows that the image edges look

natural. This image can have any background applied to
it and still appear to be an original.
Below the object layer in the image above, we've added
a background image. Because the object's edges are
smooth, it appears to have an original background;
otherwise, it appears to be an edited image in which the
object's edges have the original background.
How to Use Feather to Smooth Edges

Additionally, we can use feathering to soften the edges. Setting the
feather value for the selection is all that is necessary. The steps
listed below can be used to round an object's edges:
Press Ctrl + O to open a document.

Use any selection tool to make a choice.
Select > Modify > Feather should be selected.
As an alternative, we can press Shift+F6. A popup
window will appear so you can specify the feather value.
To apply the feather, click OK. The object's edges will be

rounded off by it. In addition to the feather option, the
Smooth option in the Modify menu also smoothes the
edges. For improved outcomes, we can also combine two
tools.
(NB: To fix and smooth the edges, in addition to using the
brush tool for refining edges and the feather tool, you can
also use other tools like the clone stamp, refine edges brush
tool, spot healing, burn tool, dodge tool, Gaussian blur tool,
etc).
HOW TO BLUR AN IMAGE BACKGROUND

An excellent way to draw attention to the image's focus is to blur
the background. Another section of the image appears clearer and
more colorful by making one part of the image blurrier and less
sharp. Additionally, a hazy background is highly common and
frequently utilized in magazine photos, weddings, and even some
graphic designs.
Knowing how to blur backdrops is important because fuzzy
backgrounds make products look more professional and help them
stand out in images. There are several techniques to blur the
backdrop of a photo in Photoshop because there are various photo
uses. This section will describe three different blur tools in
Photoshop that may be used to blur background images. It will also
suggest the simplest method for beginners to get the blurred effect.
To get a range of effects, you can choose from a variety of blur
options. Here are the three most popular methods for blurring
backgrounds in photos using Photoshop.
Using Gaussian Blur

The simplest and most reliable blurring option for backgrounds in
photos is the Gaussian blur. To provide a generic blur effect, it
combines and overlaps all pixels.
Select the region to which you want to apply the blur

effect.
Choose Filter.
Select Blur.
Select Gaussian Blur.
Slide to choose the desired background's blur.
Then click OK. If you carefully follow the steps, your
image ought to seem like the one below.
(NB: Only the chosen region gets the blur effect in

Photoshop. Pressing Command + D will allow you to
deselect and see the outcome).
Using Lens Blur

You can utilize lens blur to create a more subdued hazy look. There
are various choices available, including Radius which alters the
blur's severity, Specular highlights which alters the brightness,
Shape, and Blade Curvature which adjusts the virtual lens.
Using Motion Blur
The result provides the impression that something is moving
blurrily, either a background moving swiftly or a camera passing by
it quickly. See the steps listed below.
Choose Filter.
Select Motion Blur by clicking Blur.
To alter the blur effect's intensity, use the Distance key.
Changing the motion's angle by entering a number in the
corresponding box.
To accept your changes, click OK.
To apply the blur effect to your photograph, you have more blur
options. You may always choose the blur effect you want to use for
your photograph by going to the Filters > Blur menu. See the
screenshot below for more options for blur.
HOW TO SELECT, DESELECT, AND RESELECT
IN PHOTOSHOP
When selecting a certain area of an image in Photoshop, there are
many effective selection tools available. With the use of selection
tools, we can isolate a certain region of an image and update or
edit it without impacting the surrounding area. These tools are
crucial because they allow us to eliminate any particular area by
selecting it and pressing the delete key in addition to eliminating
the backdrop and adjusting the image, among other things.
Several tools can help us meet our selection criteria. A dashed line,
commonly known as a marching ant, will surround the chosen area
once a choice has been made.
A few instruments that are regularly used to make a decision
include the following:
Lasso Tools
Quick Selection Tool
Marquee Tools
Magic Wand Tool
In addition to the techniques mentioned above, we can also select

everything by pressing Ctrl+A. We can choose a layer by clicking
the Ctrl+Click keyboard combination on its thumbnail.
The stages to making a selection in an image are as follows:
Open an existing document or start a new one according

to your needs. Press the Ctrl+O and Ctrl+N keys to open
an image and a new document, respectively.
Be sure to double-click the image layer to unlock the
background layer.
Choose any selecting tool following your needs. As an
illustration, we are choosing the rectangle marquee tool.
It is located in the toolbox that was left in the work area.
Now move the pointer over the image canvas to make a
selection. The dashed border will include the choice's
visual representation.
Deselecting your Image

Deselecting is a core function of Photoshop that is frequently
utilized in daily work. Before using a new picture effect, it is crucial
to deselect a tool. There is a chance that the applied effect will only
be applied to the selection if we do not deselect a tool. Making a
selection in Photoshop and then deselecting it without changing
anything is possible. The steps to deselect a selection are as
follows.
Choose the document window that contains the

selection; a dotted or dashed line, commonly known as
marching ants, will surround it. In our workspace, there
are various layers; if we target the incorrect layer, it
won't deselect until the appropriate layer is active.
At this point, select the menu option from the top menu
bar. A drop-down menu with various select options will be
displayed.
Choose the deselect option from the select menu. It will

immediately deselect the selection and take away the
border's outline. As an alternative, we can deselect a
selection using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+D.
Reselecting a Selection
To reselect a selection, follow these instructions:
Our document window needs to be restored first before

we can have our choices back. Therefore, choose the
document window from which you already made your
selection from the layer's panel.
Open the chosen menu by selecting it from the top menu
bar. It will launch a drop-down menu with the opportunity
to select again.
Choose the reselect option, which is the third option from
the top, from the select menu. The choice will be
immediately selected and highlighted.
However, you can also reverse your prior action to return to your
original choice. For several steps, hit the Alt + Ctrl + Z keys. The
undo operation can be carried out by using the Ctrl + Z keys for
Windows and the Command + Z keys for Mac OS. By going to the
edit menu, we can also access the undo feature; under the edit
menu, we can choose the undo deselect option to carry out the
same action.
CHAPTER THREE
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PIXEL ART
SETTING UP ADOBE PHOTOSHOP FOR PIXEL
ART
Digital art known as "pixel art" is produced by utilizing a graphics
editing program to create and manipulate images down to the pixel
level. Its distinct visual aesthetic, in which individual pixels act as
the image's building elements, is what distinguishes pixel art from
other forms of art. The result is a visual style extremely reminiscent
of mosaic art, cross-stitch, and other needlework techniques. Since
Photoshop has so many capabilities designed specifically for
creating stunning-looking pixel art, it is the clear preference for
creating pixel art.
Create a new document and choose Pixel instead of

Inches
Select Transparent as Background Contents. You can
also follow the other details in the image shown below:
Enable Grid by selecting the View tab and choosing
Show. Next, choose Grid. You can also use the keyboard
keys Ctrl + ' or Command + '.
Next, choose the Photoshop tab or Edit tab in Windows,
select Preferences, and choose the Guides, Grids &
Slices option
When in the Preferences window, change subdivisions
to 1.
Go to the Photoshop/Edit tab, choose Preferences,
and then select General.
Here, select Nearest Neighbor (preserve hard

edges) as the option for the Image Interpolation
setting.
Select the Brush Tool from the Toolbar and select the
Pencil Tool.
Go to the drop-down menu for Brush Size at the top of
the work area, choose the Hard Round Brush, and
make other necessary configurations.
Draw your art.
INTRODUCING THE PENCIL TOOL IN

PHOTOSHOP
In Photoshop, the pencil tool can be used to draw patterns or lines,
and it comes with sharp edges by default. The pencil tool is found in
Photoshop's toolbar on the left. It functions like a virtual pencil that
users can use to draw designs or lines. Users can alter the color,
opacity level, pencil diameter, and other settings as well as work in
a variety of modes to improve the appearance of their projects. You
can produce original design artworks that have a hand-drawn or
human element to them with the Photoshop Pencil Tool.
The pencil mode can be changed from the Mode menu. Opacity
and other settings can also be adjusted from the drop-down menu
for Brush Size at the top of the work area to open the Brush
Options menu.
You can save your custom brushes by selecting the plus icon.
Indicate a unique name for your modified pencil. Ensure the
Include Tool Settings box is checked, and then select OK.
USING THE PENCIL TOOL

You can use the Pencil Tool by selecting it from the Toolbox. Next,
click and drag to draw lines and add color to the pixels in the
chosen layer in your image. Although the Pencil Tool does not
function as an airbrush, it has many of the same possibilities as the
Brush Tool.
CHANGING IMAGE RESOLUTION IN
PHOTOSHOP
Resolution is the total number of pixels across all dimensions.
Depending on the size and density of its sensor, your camera can
capture images of a certain size. Cropping an image removes its
pixels and as a result, an image will have a lower resolution than
what your camera is capable of. Pictures with more pixels have a
higher resolution which is a result of the denser pixel information.
More detail and greater image quality are provided by high
resolution. This enables greater print sizes because you get smooth,
continuous tone and color changes. But it typically leads to bigger
file sizes. The image's resolution is expressed in DPI or PPI units
(dots per inch or pixels per inch). The bottom line is this, your
image's resolution increases with the number of dots (or pixels) per
inch.
You can adjust the resolution of your images by following these
steps:
Open the desired image in Photoshop and select the

Image tab.
Next, choose Image Size to launch the Image Size
dialogue box.
Select the drop-down menu for Fit To and choose any of
the available options.
You can also do this manually by entering the desired
number of pixels in the Height or Width box.
You can likewise select a resampling mode from the
Resample drop-down options.
Select OK and sharpen your image by selecting the
Filter tab and choosing Sharpen.
Resizing a Picture without Altering Its Quality

Note, however, that when you select the Resample check box, you
are telling Photoshop to alter the number of pixels in the image.
Deselecting this option instructs Photoshop to maintain the image's
quality or file size and also not to modify the image's pixel count.
CHAPTER FOUR
WORKING WITH IMAGES AND LAYERS
UNDERSTANDING LAYERS
Without question, the most significant feature of Photoshop is its
use of layers. Without layers, nothing in Photoshop worth doing can
or should be done. They are so significant that Photoshop's menu
bar along the top of the screen includes a Layers panel and a Layers
category just for them.
Layers can be added, removed, named, renamed, grouped, moved,
masked, blended, have effects applied to them, have their opacity
changed, and more! The core of Photoshop is its Layers. Thus, it is
advantageous that layers are simple to use and comprehend.
Organizing Photoshop Layers

A Photoshop document places any layer that is above another layer
in the Layers panel in front of it. When two layers' contents overlap,
the layer that is below in the Layers panel will be visible in the
document's background behind the other layer. This is why
Photoshop allows you to rearrange your layers in any order you
wish.
You can change the arrangement of your layers by selecting and
holding the layer whose position you wish to change and then
dragging it either up or down to your desired position.
Understanding the Layers Panel
Layers can be added, deleted, renamed, moved, turned on and off
in the document, as well as given layer masks and layer effects
using the Layers panel. When you create a new document, there is
always a default layer you will find in the panel which is
Background.
New layers can be added by selecting the icon for New Layer.
The new layer in Photoshop is given the name Layer 1 by default
after the Background layer. A checkerboard pattern can be seen
inside the preview thumbnail that is located to the left of the layer
name. Photoshop uses a checkerboard pattern to depict
transparency. To put it another way, it is informing us that the new
layer is empty.
You can delete layers following the same hold and drag process for
organizing layers. Only this time, you will be dragging the selected
layer into the Trash Bin at the base of the Layers panel.
Making Adjustments to the Thumbnail Size for Photoshop
Layers
Depending on what's more vital to us, we can adjust the size of the
preview thumbnail. Smaller thumbnails keep the Layers panel
organized whereas larger thumbnails make it easier for us to
examine the contents of each layer. The Layers panel menu is one
place to modify the thumbnail size.
Select the Layers Panel Menu icon

Choose Panel Options
This launches the dialog box for Layers Panel Options
where you can select the desired size for your layer
thumbnail
Changing Background to Photoshop Layers
When we open a new image in Photoshop, it always opens in a
separate document and is added to a layer called Background. So,
instead of getting the default blank background, the image becomes
your background. The Photoshop Background Layer has a few rules
which are as follows:
The contents of a background layer cannot be moved.

The background layer cannot be moved above another
layer, i.e., it is locked.
It has no transparent pixels.
The Blend Mode, Fill, or Opacity cannot be changed.
There is, however, a way around these rules which is discussed in
the next section.
Converting a Background into a Photoshop

Layer
You can convert a Photoshop background layer to a normal layer by
selecting the Lock icon beside the layer name.
This would instantly change the name of the Background layer to

"Layer 0."
Converting a Photoshop Layer into a
Background
Select the layer you want to convert into a background
and select the Layer tab
Choose New and then select the Background from
Layer option
This automatically changes the selected layer into the Background
Creating Layer Groups
You will quickly learn that keeping layers structured is an important
factor in working with layers as you gain confidence and start using
them as a regular part of your workflow. The number of layers in
your project can quickly increase, and it is easy for your Layers
panel to turn into a jumbled mass of confusion whether you are
editing or restoring photos, making print or web layouts, or
producing creative special effects.
Creating layer groups puts your layers in the form of a folder that
you can easily open to access related layers. You can create Layer
Groups following these steps:
Select the icon for the New Layer Group at the base of
the Layers panel
Photoshop automatically creates a new layer group with

the default name "Group 1"
Layer Groups are created empty so you will have to manually drag
layers into them yourself. You can do this by selecting either one or
multiple layers by holding down the Ctrl key as you select them.
You can drag and drop single layers into the layer group directly, but
multiple layers require another step. You don't have to first select
the icon for New Layer Group as previously mentioned.
Select the Layer Panel Menu icon and choose the New
Group from Layers option
Provide a name for the new layer group in the resulting
dialogue box and select OK
You can view the layers in the group by selecting the
triangle icon beside it
Ungroup layers by making a right click on the layer and
choosing Ungroup Layers
CROPPING IN PHOTOSHOP
Using the Image Resize Tool
There is more than one way to resize images in Photoshop. One is
using the Image Resize Tool and another is the Crop Tool. The
Image Resize Tool method has been covered in the previous
Chapter Three under Changing Image Resolution in Photoshop
section.
Resizing Images with Crop Tool

The Crop Tool can be selected from the Tool Bar.
When you choose the Crop Tool in Photoshop, the image is
immediately surrounded by a cropping border. Additionally, the
border's initial size will be determined by whether or not you've
already used the Crop Tool on an image.
You can return this configuration to default by making a
right click on the Crop Tool icon in the Options Bar.
Next, choose the Reset Tool option
Now, to reset the crop border, first, choose another tool
from the Toolbar and then select the Crop Tool again.
The Crop border reappears and you can drag this border
to your desired size.
Resizing a Picture with the Preset Crop Template
In the Options Bar, select the Ratio drop-down and

choose any available option.
You can also make use of custom aspect ratios by typing
in your desired Width and Height.
You can save these custom crop sizes by selecting the
New Crop Preset option from the Ratio drop-down.
Straightening an image with the Crop Tool
Select the Straighten Tool by first selecting the Crop
Tool from the Toolbar, and then choosing the
Straighten option from the Options Bar.
Drag and select two points in your image for Photoshop
to draw a line between the two points
Next, release your hold on your mouse so that the image
gets automatically straightened
Using the Transform Tool

Many of the objects we create in Photoshop are not necessarily the
perfect size, rotation, or skew that we desire. But with the
Transform and Free Transform Tools, we can modify and transform
objects to our desired form. The Transform Tool allows users to
alter their selection in multiple ways, such as scale, flip/mirror,
rotate, or distort. You can use this tool by following these steps:
Select a layer and choose Transform or Free
Transform from the drop-down options after selecting
the Edit tab
Next, choose your desired type of transformation from

the subsequent menu if you choose Transform
UNDERSTANDING MONITOR CALIBRATION

When editing images, an improperly calibrated monitor can lead to
a variety of issues. Your images might not have accurate colors, be
too bright or too dark, or make it difficult for you to see all the
details. By calibrating your monitor, you can make sure that the
hue, contrast, brightness, and vibrancy are accurate. To ensure that
images are viewed consistently, monitor color calibration evaluates
your monitor to a recognized benchmark. You can calibrate your
monitor by following these steps:
Make a right click on your desktop and choose the

Display Settings option.
In the resulting window, select Color Calibration from
the Related Settings menu.
Follow the on-screen prompts for the calibration and
select Finish when done.
Calibrating in Photoshop
Select the Edit tab and choose Color Settings. Options here
include RGB, sRGB, and CMYK.
How Often Should You Calibrate?

Although calibrating your monitor when you first buy it is a good
idea, the output also varies over time. Lights deteriorate, which can
change how colors appear. To ensure that its output is consistent, it
is a good practice to calibrate your monitor regularly.
CHANGING CANVAS AND IMAGE SIZES

The following are the several ways you can modify image sizes.
Zooming in Photoshop
When you initially open your image, Photoshop enlarges it so that it
fills the full screen. You can adjust the zoom level of your image by
double-clicking on the displayed zoom level at the bottom of the
document to enter your desired zoom value.
Press the Enter key to activate the new zoom level.
Using the Zoom Tool

Select the Zoom Tool from the Toolbar.
Click on any area of your image to zoom in, and make
repeated clicks to zoom in closer.
Zoom out by pressing and holding the Alt key on your
keyboard to switch the plus sign in the Zoom tool to a
minus sign. Now, make repeated clicks to zoom out.
Using the Scrubby Zoom and the Scrubby Slider

Place your cursor over the zoom level displayed on the bottom left
of your document and press the Ctrl key to change your cursor to a
Scrubby Slider. Drag the slider to the right to zoom in, or to the
left to zoom out.
You can also make use of the Scrubby Zoom by selecting its check
box in the Options Bar.
Now, you can zoom in on an area by clicking and dragging to the, or
zoom out by dragging to the left.
Using the Photoshop Hand Tool
The Hand Tool allows you to easily pan zoomed-in images from side
to side. You can select the Hand Tool from the Toolbar. It can also
be selected using a keyboard shortcut by pressing the letter H.
Zooming and Panning with the Navigator
Panel
Photoshop provides a Navigator Panel or the scroll bar at the
bottom and side of your image. Slide this in your desired direction
to pan through zoomed-in images.
USING GRADIENT MASK IN ADOBE
PHOTOSHOP
In Photoshop, a gradient mask is used to combine two images.
Along with the layer's blending mode, the depth and opacity of the
blending can be changed.
Open two images in Photoshop and use the Move Tool

to move one image against the other
Select the Add Layer Mask button on the Layers Panel

This adds a white thumbnail layer to your document
Next, choose the Gradient Tool from the Toolbar
Select the drop-down arrow for the Gradient Picker on

the Options Bar to choose a Foreground to
Background option
To draw the gradient on your pictures, select and hold
down your cursor on where you want the gradient to start
and drag it to where you want it to end
SETTING UP AND ALIGNING THUMBNAILS ON A PAGE
Navigate to the File tab and choose Place Embedded.

Choose your desired images, select OK, and then press
Enter.
Select the layer with the image thumbnail you wish to
appear in the top-most position in the Layers panel, then
drag the image to where you want in the image window
Repeat this step for the image thumbnail you want to

appear at the bottom
Do a multi-select of the remaining thumbnails in the
Layers Panel and select the Align Right Edges option,
then the Distribute Vertical Centers option.
The result is evenly spaced and aligned thumbnails.
USING PANELS IN PHOTOSHOP
Different panels are used for different tasks. For example, the
Layers panel is where we make use of layers in our document.
There is also the Adjustment Panel with which we can add
adjustment layers, and use the Properties panel to set options for
adjustment layers. You can configure how you want your panels to
be managed following these steps:
Select the Workspace Selection icon beside the

Search Bar and select the type of workspace you want
which will determine the panels that will be displayed
Essentials are the selected default and it gives three
panels in the workspace: the Color Panel, the Properties
Panel, and the Layers Panel
You can also open panels from the Window tab and
select which panel you wish to make visible
HOW TO LOCATE AND USE NEWLY INSTALLED

PRESETS
When your presets are installed in Camera Raw, you can
quickly access them whenever you need them by going to
the preset tab.
The presets you installed yourself are displayed here. To
view the presets inside a preset pack, click the preset
pack you want to utilize. Pick the one you want to use
and click it. As soon as you click, the preset will be
automatically applied to the image. The image before
and after applying the preset is seen below.
Simply click the preset you want to replace it with to
switch from one preset to another. Click the ellipsis
button next to the preset icon, then choose Reset to
Open to entirely remove the preset and restore the
image to its default state.
To restore the image to its original state, repeatedly

press Control + Z on a Windows or Mac computer. You
can also do this in Camera Raw if you'd like to apply the
same preset to numerous shots at once. To apply the
same preset to many raw photographs in Photoshop,
simply go to File > Open and choose the desired raw
images. You may make sure both photographs are
selected by holding Shift while clicking both once Camera
Raw has opened. When both are chosen, a white and
gray border will surround them.
Select the desired preset by going to the preset tab.
All of the selected photographs will receive the preset

you select when you click it.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL FONTS
You can either choose a font size or download the font there, or you
can download the font from the dafont.com website. There are
several unique fonts available, both free and paid. Many free fonts
are only accessible for personal use, so be sure to double-check the
licensing if utilizing a typeface for a business project.
Following that, extract the downloaded font file by right-clicking it

and selecting "Extract All." The typeface will likely be provided in a
.ZIP file. or use a click-and-drag to remove the file from the zip
folder.
Next, choose every font file and choose Install for All
Users from the context menu. After installation, you can
remove the original .ZIP file as well as the font files that
were saved to your desktop. You can manually add the
fonts to the Windows font folder if the Install for All Users
option does not appear in the right-click menu. Select
Appearance and Personalization from the Control Panel.
Drag and drop your font files from your desktop into the
Fonts folder after opening it.
Open Photoshop after installing the fonts to make sure
they were installed correctly, then look for them in the
Fonts dropdown menu. However, you do not need to
restart Photoshop if it is already open. Obtain a text tool
and begin a project. The Fonts dropdown menu will
refresh, and your font will be active.
Some other useful locations for downloading fonts are as follows:
Google fonts, Font Squirrel, Befonts, Dafonts, Ffonts, Free Script
Fonts, FontsArena, Pinspiry fonts, 1001 Free Fonts, etc. You can
type the keyword on Google and load the font website to download
your fonts.
USING VARIABLE FONTS

Variable fonts are identified by a "VAR" icon usually displayed next
to the name of the font in the Fonts menu.
They can be edited both on the layer level or text level. Use the
Move Tool for editing all text on a layer and the Type Tool for
editing particular words.
Variable fonts can be fine-tuned in the Properties Panel with the
Weight, Width, and Slant boxes.
USING THE PHOTOSHOP RULER
The Photoshop Ruler is one of the useful features of the application.
It allows you to easily align and position things and objects in your
document. To assist you in measuring and aligning, rulers are
displayed at the top and to the left of your Photoshop canvas. You
can also drag guides from the rulers to add a grid or set of guides to
assist your positioning or alignment of objects.
Select the Photoshop tab and select Preference and

General to launch the Preferences window.
Choose Units & Rulers from the left menu and make
adjustments to your ruler.
Select OK when done
You can make the ruler or guide visible on your document
from the View tab
CHAPTER FIVE
CARRYING OUT SIMPLE PHOTOSHOP TASKS
UNDOING A COMMAND
You can undo actions in Photoshop from the Edit tab and select
Undo. Keyboard shortcut keys Ctrl + Z or Cmd + Z for Windows
and Mac respectively can also be used.
ADJUSTING CANVAS SIZE

Go to the Image tab and choose Canvas Size to launch
the Canvas Size dialogue box
Here, you can make necessary adjustments to your
canvas as desired
ADDING PHOTOS TO LAYER DESIGNS

Select the desired photo from your computer's storage
then do a drag and drop it into Photoshop. A Copy and
Paste technique can also be used.
Press the Enter key to place the image.
Hold down the Shift key and click on the layer you want
to add the photo from the Layers Panel.
Press Ctrl + E to merge the layer and the photo.
ADJUSTING LAYER SIZE

Select the layer to be adjusted and make a right-click.
Select the Convert to Smart Object option.
Press Ctrl + T to activate the Transform tool

Drag the borders to the layer to your required size and
press Enter when done
ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS AND CONTRAST IN
PHOTOSHOP
Ensure the required layer is selected
Navigate to the Image tab, select Adjustments, and
then choose the Brightness/Contrast option
Use the Brightness and Contrast slider to adjust the
brightness and contrast of your selected layer
respectively.
You can also select the Auto button so that Photoshop
automatically makes adjustments after proper analysis of
the layer.
Select OK when done
CHAPTER SIX
USING SHAPES, COLORS, AND TEXT IN
PHOTOSHOP
SHAPES
Photoshop provides two options for drawing shapes. You can either
use the Custom Shape Tool or select shapes from the Shapes Panel.
Forming Graphic Shapes Using the Custom

Shape Tool
From the Toolbar, click and hold on to the tool that has
a shape preview.
Select the Custom Shape Tool option from the
resulting menu. You can also select any of the
conventional shape options in this menu to add built-in
custom shapes.
Go to the Options Bar and select the drop-down for the
Custom Shape Picker.
Here, you can find different shape categories you can
pick from.
Select any of the categories and choose a shape.
Adjust the Tool Mode in the Options Bar to Shape.
Choose your desired fill color, stroke size, and stroke
color.
Now, go to your canvas, click on a point, and then drag
the cursor as far as you want, depending on how large
you want the shape to be
Your selected color and shape are then activated when
you release the mouse
Using the Shapes Panel
The Shapes Panel holds similar options to what we find in the
Custom Shape Picker. It is not among the panels Photoshop opens
by default in your workspace. To open it, you have to activate it
from the Window tab.
The Shapes panel then opens in the secondary panel

column and its contents can be seen by selecting its icon.
You can add some hidden shape categories by selecting
the Menu button on the panel
Choose Legacy Shapes and More in the next menu
A corresponding shape group is then added to the panel
This group holds numerous custom shape categories that
make drawing easy
COLORS
Adjusting Color Vibrancy
From the Image tab, choose Adjustments, and then
select Vibrancy from the next menu
Use the Vibrance slider to make necessary adjustments
Modifying Saturation and Hue
Select the Image tab, select Adjustments, and choose
Hue/Saturation
Alternatively, select the icon for New Adjustment
Layer at the base Layers panel and choose
Hue/Saturation
Use the sliders to make necessary adjustments
White Balance in Photoshop
Frequently, the colors in our photos exactly match the scene you are
taking pictures of. Other times, though, the image appears to be
much colder or warmer than it is. One of the simplest and trickiest
components of photography is white balance. Although the white
balance you have adjusted in-camera will typically look great, there
are times when you will need to adjust it in post-processing.
Your photos' colors can be enhanced by using the white balance tool
in Photoshop. You can improve the appearance of the colors in your
photographs by altering the white balance with these steps:
Select the Image tab, select Adjustments, and choose

Curve. You can also select it from the New Adjustment
Layer.
Select the Menu button on the Properties tab and
choose Auto Options to launch the window for Auto
Color Correction Options
Select Find Light and Dark Colors and select OK
Photoshop then automatically adjusts the white balance of your
image.
About Color Temperatures

Light can range from warm colors such as yellows and oranges to
cool tones such as blue. The color casts for a match flame, for
instance, are around 1,700 K. And for a half-cloudy sky, it climbs up
to 10,000 K. Every image in photography or cinematography
requires light. Individual light sources have a specific color
temperature with the color temperature of a light source falling
somewhere between orange and blue on the spectrum. Examples of
color temperature by light source include:
Sunrise/Sunset: 3200 K.
Natural Daylight: 5500 K.
Blue Sky: 12000 K.
The image below explains color temperatures according to Planck's
Law, the Kelvin scale, and a color wheel.
Swatches
Photoshop's color swatches allow you to save and organize your
favorite colors into useful palettes. By clicking on any of the squares
in the swatch, you can instantly set the foreground color, which can
speed up your design and help you maintain a consistent look
across many projects.
First, add the Swatches panel to your workspace from

the Window tab if not visible
The Swatches panel provides a collection of colors alongside your
recently used choices. Photoshop allows you to create Swatches
from images and you can do this by following these steps:
Duplicate your image by navigating to the Image tab

and selecting Duplicate
Select the Image tab again, choose Mode, and then
Indexed Color
In the resulting dialogue box, you can reduce the number
of colors in your image by specifying a number in the
Color box.
Set the Forced and Dither options to None and then
click OK.
View your configured color table by selecting the Image
tab, Mode, and then Color Table
Save this color table by selecting the Save button and
choosing a file path of your choice.
Load your new color swatch by selecting the drop-down
menu on the Swatches panel and choosing the option
to Load Swatches
Select the saved color table from your chosen file location
to open it on Photoshop
ADDING AND EDITING TEXT

Any design needs typography, and if you're using Adobe Photoshop
to create your work, the text tool is where it all begins. The process
of adding, changing, and altering text is quite straightforward and
may introduce a budding graphic designer to a world of fantastic
design.
Adding Text
Select the Text tool from the Toolbar
To limit the size of your text, put a bounding box on your
canvas and click and drag it to the location where you
want it to appear. You can then simply start typing in the
text box.
Editing Text
You can edit text from the options provided in the Options Bar
which include typeface, weight, size, text justification, color, etc.
The Properties Panel or the Characters Panel can also be used
for this editing text and they can be activated from the Windows
tab.
CHAPTER SEVEN
THE SELECTION TOOLS
USING THE QUICK SELECTION TOOL
One of the selection tools in Photoshop is the Quick Selection tool.
Photoshop recognizes and chooses the edges when you select an
area, saving you the time of having to manually trace them. This
tool works wonders with images with high contrast and distinct
edges.
Open your image in Photoshop and select the Quick

Selection Tool from the Toolbar
Next, drag the Quick Selection tool over what you want
to select
Your selected portion of the image can be extracted by
adding a Layer Mask to the image layer. This can be done
by selecting the Add Layer Mask button at the base of
the Layers Panel.
The added layer mask automatically takes the shape of
what you selected.
Additional options to use this tool can be found in the
Options Bar
USING THE MAGIC WAND

Pixels are chosen using the Magic Wand tool based on tone and
hue. When you use the Magic Wand tool to select a region, it will
choose pixels with a similar tone and hue. The Magic Wand tool is
excellent for choosing huge regions of the same color, such as skies.
Open your image in Photoshop and select the Magic
Wand from the Toolbar
Simply click on the area you want to be selected. You can

increase the area of your selection by holding down the
Shift key and clicking again. Use the Alt key to remove
from what you select.
FINE-TUNING YOUR SELECTION
First, make a selection then go to the Select tab and
choose Select and Mask
This launches the Select and Mask workspace where you
can make adjustments to your selection
The controls in the Properties panel on this workspace
such as the Smooth slider and the Contrast slider.
Select OK after selecting an Output To option to go
back to the main Photoshop workspace.
THE ERASER TOOL
In essence, the Eraser tool is a brush. Like with any brush, you can
alter the size, hardness, and spacing. Additionally, you have the
option of switching the mode from Pencil to Brush or Block. The
Eraser, however, removes the unwanted pixels from your image
rather than painting on them. Deleted pixels would only be restored
by selecting "Undo."
Types of Eraser Tools

There are three variations to the Eraser Tool in Photoshop:
1. The Eraser Tool.

2. The Background Eraser Tool.
3. The Magic Eraser Tool.
The Eraser Tool
The Eraser Tool is the standard type of the Eraser Tool. You can
decide the hardness, size, and opacity of the eraser. To use this
tool:
Select the Eraser Tool from the Toolbar and choose the
background color you want to appear as you use the
eraser.
Ensure the layer you are working on is unlocked.
Now, click and hold down your cursor as you drag around
the area you want to erase.
The Background Eraser Tool removes areas that match the sampled
color by taking a sample of whatever is underneath the middle of
the cursor depicted by a plus sign +. You can change the sampling
option of the Background Eraser Tool. These options include:
1. Continuous Sampling: Continuous Sampling means

that Photoshop will update the sample in real-time as
you move the cursor.
2. Once: When you click the Background Eraser for the first
time, it will remove anything that has the color it
sampled. This is the best option when removing delicate
areas like the sky between leaves.
3. Background Swatch: Anything that matches the
current Background Color in Photoshop will be deleted in
this sampling mode. This sampling option works best
with solid colors.
The Background Eraser Tool can only be used as a brush, but the
Limits and Tolerance can be adjusted to fine-tune the eraser
according to your needs. All of these can be done in the Options
Bar. Follow these steps to use this tool:
Select the Background Eraser Tool from the Toolbar.

Ensure the layer you are working on is unlocked.
Select a brush type and adjust the hardness, size, angle,
spacing, and roundness.
Choose a Limit option: Discontiguous, Contiguous, Find
Edges
Adjust your Tolerance level and check the box to
Protect Foreground Color
Select a Sampling Option and then use the tool
The Magic Eraser

The Magic Eraser functions similarly to the Magic Wand selection
tool, but erases pixels rather than choosing them; with a single
click, it removes anything that corresponds to the color of the
cursor. You can select the Anti-alias option to reduce jagged
edges. The Magic Eraser can be used the same way as the other
types.
Tips on Using the Eraser Tool

Anything you erase with the Eraser Tool is permanent but can be
brought back with the Undo command. Nevertheless, always
ensure you have a backup of your work.
You can use the keyboard keys Shift + E to activate the

eraser.
The Erase to History option in the Options Bar reverts
all changes you've made since the last saved version of
your document.
USING THE LASSO TOOLS

Photoshop's Lasso Tool makes it simple to make freehand selections
all around an object. The fact that this selection tool feels so much
more intuitive than previous selection tools is a benefit. These three
different lasso tools you can choose from, give it a wider range of
applications. They are:
The Lasso Tool.

The Polygonal Lasso Tool.
The Magnetic Lasso Tool.
The Lasso Tool
The Lasso Tool is the simplest version of these tools. All you have to
do is move your cursor around your object by clicking on a
beginning point in your canvas to make a path. The Lasso Tool will
precisely replicate your mouse strokes back to the beginning. It will
then produce a selection that you can use to make layer masks or
to separate the image from its background.
You can use this tool by selecting it from the Toolbar.

Specify your Feather option in the Options Bar.
Make a selection around your image
You can also increase and decrease your selection area
with the Shift and Alt keys respectively.

The Polygonal Lasso Tool draws straight lines between each mouse
click rather than making a freehand selection. To start your path,
click a point while this tool is selected. To obtain a second anchor
point, move your mouse to another location along your edge from
here. These two spots will be automatically connected by a
flawlessly straight line with this tool.
Use this tool by selecting it from the Toolbar and
marking off your selection with a single click so that
Photoshop connects the lines
You can then do whatever you want with the selection.

For instance, you can press Delete.
Undo the last points with the Backspace key.

The Magnetic Lasso Tool is a little more automated than the others
that require you to manually choose the lasso path. The Lasso Path
will be automatically snapped to the edge of any object with this
tool as long as you are moving along a clearly defined edge in your
image. It is also effective around irregular or tricky edges. All you
have to do is to drag it around the object after selecting the first
point.
Always ensure to select the New Selection option from the

Options Bar when using any of the Lasso Tools.
LAYER STYLE IN PHOTOSHOP
A layer style is a combination of two or more layer effects to
produce a more robust effect. The blend mode of the layer, along
with its current Opacity and Fill Opacity settings, are also included
in layer styles. Any Blending Options that are applied to a layer are
also an example of Layer styles.
Create a new document and add some text.

Select Styles from the Window tab to launch the Styles
palette.
Ensure your text or image layer is selected and choose
any option from the palette.
You can also create your custom style by following these steps:
In the Layers Panel, select the layer to which you want

to add an effect and make a right
Choose Blending Options to open the Layer Style
dialogue box. You can also select the fx button at the
base of the Layers Panel to bring up this option. Other
readymade styles can also be selected from this menu.
You can then add any layer style you wish to your design
in this dialogue box and select OK when done.
CHAPTER EIGHT
MASKING IN PHOTOSHOP
IMAGE AND TEXT CLIPPING MASK
Using the content of one layer to conceal the layers above it in
Photoshop results in the creation of a clipping mask. In essence,
clipping is the process of altering an image to fit the shape of an
object on a layer. In the text clipping mask, the image from another
layer is visible through some text that will be used as the clipping
mask. This effect is widely used in graphic design and on the web.
Open the image to be used for the clipping mask in

Photoshop after already having your background.
Next, select the Type Tool and enter your text.
Rearrange the layers so that the photo layer is above the
text layer by selecting the text layer and then navigating
to the Layer tab. Choose Arrange and then select Send
Backwards. Alternatively, do a drag-and-drop
rearrangement.
Select the photo layer, go to the Layer tab, and choose
Create Clipping Mask
The image now appears through the text.
Reposition the text using the Move Tool
LAYER MASK
A reversible method to conceal a portion of a layer is to apply
masks to the layer. Compared to permanently removing or deleting
a portion of a layer, this approach offers more editing freedom.
Layer masks can be painted white, grey, or black. It is important to
keep the following in mind when using a layer mask:
1. WHITE is to reveal: Anything painted 100% white will be
100% visible.
2. BLACK is to conceal: Anything painted with 100% black
will be 100% invisible.
3. GREY is used for adjusting the level of opacity.
Follow these steps to use a layer mask:
Open two images in Photoshop and create a layer mask

by selecting the corresponding icon at the base of the
Layers Panel.
A white thumbnail image then appears beside your layer

to indicate the mask.
Select the layer mask and then select the Brush tool
from the Toolbar.
Set your Foreground Color to black to hide parts of the

image
Paint with the selected brush on your layer mask and

observe how the paint is applied on the mask and not on
the layer
Continue the painting or masking until you get
satisfactory results
WORKING WITH PHOTOSHOP BRUSHES

You can paint on any layer with the Brush tool, just like you would
with a real paintbrush. Additionally, there will be a variety of
settings available to you, allowing you to tailor it to a variety of
applications.
You can use the Brush tool by selecting it from the

Toolbar or pressing B on your keyboard.
Change the Brush color by selecting the first color of the
Color Picker Tool, called the Foreground Color.
Now, you can select a color of your choice from the

resulting color dialogue box
Customize the Brush Size, Hardness, Brush Tip, Opacity,
Flow, etc. from the Options Bar
Adjusting Brush Size to Erase Small and Large
Objects
Since the Eraser tool also works like the Brush tool, reducing its size
will allow you to conveniently erase small objects without affecting
other areas of your design. In the same way, increasing the size of
the brush will enable you to erase large areas at a time.
USING COLORS IN THE FOREGROUND AND
BACKGROUND
The foreground determines the color of your brush or pencil,
whereas the background color which by default is white becomes
visible whenever you erase any color in the foreground. However, if
you erase on a transparent layer, the object you were erasing will
now be transparent.
CHAPTER NINE
THE ADJUSTMENT LAYERS
LEVELS ADJUSTMENT LAYER
Adjustments to the intensity of an image's shadows, mid tones, and
highlights can be done with the Levels adjustment layer. It allows
you to modify the color balance and tonal range of an image. The
Levels histogram serves as a visual aid for modifying the primary
tones in an image. Although you can easily use the Contrast slider
for this, it doesn't always produce a professional touch.
To add and use the levels adjustment layer:
Select the Layer tab, choose New Adjustment Layer,

and then Levels
The graph at the center of the panel, known as the

Levels histogram shows the color balance of the image.
The left side of the graph indicates the Black Level and
the right side indicates the White Level.
Use these sliders, known as the Input Level Sliders to
adjust the color tone of your image. Do not use the
second slider, known as the Output Level Slider.
CURVE ADJUSTMENT LAYER

Although the Curves tool and the Levels tool are similar, the Curves
tool allows you more control over shadows, highlights, and mid-
tones as they can be adjusted separately. The curve appears as a
straight line by default.
It is this line that you then adjust to create different color
temperatures at different points of your Image.
To add and adjust curves:
Select the icon for Create New Fill Or Adjustment

Layer and select Curves.
Now, click on anywhere on the line to create a point then

drag the point to create curves of your choice.
Press the Delete key to remove points.
You can also choose an option from the Preset drop-
down.
BLACK AND WHITE ADJUSTMENT LAYER
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black-and-white-in-photoshop.
Black and white images can be produced with the Black and White
Adjustment Layer. However, you can also use it to adjust the
luminosity values of the colors in your image.
Select the icon for Create New Fill Or Adjustment

Layer and select Black/White.
Adjust the sliders of the color ranges to adjust the black-
and-white elements of your image.
HUE/SATURATION ADJUSTMENT LAYER
Color correction can be done with the Hue/Saturation Adjustment
Layer. It allows you to carefully alter the Hue, Saturation, and
Luminance for different color channels. Hue/Saturation is an
excellent choice when altering the properties of a specific color and
not the entire color tone of your image. This is because the other
colors in your image are not altered when you change a particular
hue.
Users can use this adjustment layer by selecting the icon

for Create New Fill Or Adjustment Layer.
Choose Hue/Saturation from the options that appear.
Use the sliders to make necessary adjustments
LAYER MASKING IN THE ADJUSTMENT LAYER

The use of adjustment layers is a flexible way to make adjustments
to an image in Photoshop without affecting the original image. A
layer mask is already included by default with every adjustment
layer you create. Add black, gray, or white to the adjustment layer
mask to focus all the changes you make on a specific area of the
selected image.
CHAPTER TEN
THE PHOTO CORRECTION TOOLS
THE RED EYE TOOL
When taking a photo in dim lighting, the subject's face is close to
the flash used. The light is reflected off the subject's pupils making
the pupils look bright red rather than their natural color of black.
Red-eye can give your subjects an unwanted appearance.
Photoshop provides a tool to correct this with the Red-eye tool.
To use this tool, select it from the Toolbar after opening

an image with a Red-eye effect
Next, click on the red pupil with the Red-eye tool.
Photoshop then automatically removes the unwanted red
eye.
You can also configure your Pupil Size and Darken
Amount in the Options Bar.
THE DODGE AND BURN TOOLS
A wonderful way to add interest and liveliness to your image is
through dodging and burning. With just a few tweaks, the Dodge
and Burn tools in Photoshop can provide a noticeable difference.
The ability of this tool to focus on certain regions of an image
makes it a favorite among designers. You can brighten or darken
specific sections of an image by using Dodging and Burning. Our
brains automatically shift our sight away from the dark regions of a
picture when we look at it. Knowing this makes it easier to
deliberately focus our audience's attention on those areas.
The Dodge Tool
The Dodge tool can be use used for lightening certain
areas of an image without changing its hue or saturation.
Select the Dodge tool from the Toolbar after opening
the required image.
Now, drag the tool over the areas in the image you want
to brighten.
The result is shown below.

Note that to can make necessary adjustments to the tool such as
the brush size in the Options Bar. Also, ensure to avoid dodging
your original image. You can do this by creating a new layer with
the following configurations.
The Burn Tool
While the Dodge tool brightens areas in images, the Burn tool does
the exact opposite. It darkens specific areas in images that the tool
is used on. It can also be selected from the Toolbar and used
similarly to the Dodge tool.
The Sponge Tool
The Sponge Tool causes subtle changes to the hue and saturation of
specific areas in images. It is used similarly to the Dodge and Burn
tools. All you have to do is select it from the Toolbar and choose
the Mode (Saturate or Desaturate) from the Options Bar
alongside other configurations.
THE SPOT-HEALING BRUSH TOOL
The Photoshop Healing Brush Tool fixes minor flaws in an image. It
accomplishes this by blending them into the pixels of the
background image. The Clone Stamp Tool and the Healing Brush
Tool both function in the same ways. However, this tool also
matches the source pixels' texture, shading, and lighting to the
sampled pixels.
How to Use the Spot Healing Tool
Open an image and then create a new layer. Toggle off
this new layer so that your original image is visible. This
allows you to work on this layer rather than the original
image.
Next, optionally zoom in on your image if necessary and
then select the Spot Healing Tool from the Toolbar.
Adjust the brush size and other settings from the

Options Bar such as:
a. Brush Type: Content-Aware, Create Texture, and
Proximity Match.
b. Blend Mode: Normal, Multiply, Replace, Screen,
Lighten, Darken, Luminosity, and Color.
c. Select the box named Sample All Layers.
Now, go to the document area and click on the areas you

want to heal. If you see no changes, consider changing
your selected Brush Type.
How to Remove Lines
The default configuration in the Options Bar when the Spot
Healing Tool is selected works well for removing a single spot. This
tool can also be used for removing larger objects, such as a line. It
will only require you to change the settings of the tool, e.g., mode,
spacing, or the type of healing brush. After doing this, simply drag
the brush over the line to be removed.
Useful Hints When Using the Spot Healing

Tool
Ensure your brush size is larger than the object you are
removing. This is because this tool works best by clicking
and not dragging.
Change the direction of your brush strokes when working
with lines.
Start by healing smaller spots before focusing on larger
areas.
Change brush types and blend modes if you are not
getting the desired results.
Do double spot healings by clicking twice or more on a
single area.
THE PATCH TOOL

The Patch Tool is among the healing brushes. It is one of the
essential tools for editing and fixing your photographs. The Patch
Tool is your go-to option to fix larger errors in an image or remove
any flaws or distractions.
Open the image and then select the Patch Tool from the
Toolbar.
Ensure Content Aware is selected as the Patch option
in the Options Bar.
Now, select the area around the image you want to

correct.
To correct the selected area of the image to look like
another area in your image, click in the center of the
selected area and drag the cursor to the nearby area
Press the Delete key or Ctrl + D to remove the selection
line
Adding or Duplicating Objects by Cloning with
the Patch Tool
Make a selection around the area to be duplicated
Select a Destination in the Options Bar.
Place your mouse on the selection and move it to the

desired position with the Patch Tool
THE CLONE STAMP TOOL - WHAT CAN YOU DO
WITH THE CLONE STAMP TOOL?
A fantastic advertising or fashion photo could be ruined by flaws or
distractions. Fortunately, the clone stamp tool makes it simple to
remove them. Wires, dust stains, unwelcome hair, and even
individuals can all be removed with the clone stamp. This is
accomplished by copying pixels from another area of the image.
How to Use the Clone Stamp Tool

Open the image and ensure to create a duplicate
Select the Clone Stamp Tool from the Toolbar and
adjust the brush details in the Options Bar
Select the area of the image you want to select pixels
from in the cloning process after placing your cursor on it
and pressing the Alt key as you click
Now, move your cursor to the area in the image you want
to correct with the cloned pixel and start painting over it.
Ensure everything looks natural as you paint. Use the
Undo command to revert changes if needed.
Retouching Images with the Clone Stamp
Tool to Avoid Patterns
Patterns may be visible after using the Clone Stamp Tool which can
make it obvious that the image was edited. This can be corrected
using the Clone Source panel that can be launched from the right
menu of the document window.
Here, use the available Mirror buttons to add natural touches to
your clones. Using these button mirror pixels you have painted over
the unwanted blemish.
FILTERS
Photoshop filters let you easily alter the contents of layers. Simple
effects like image sharpening or stylization fall under this category.
The application of a high-pass filter or the offsetting of the image
pixels are two examples of the more complex effects some filters
can produce. Filters can affect either the layer mask or the active
layer in the active selection. If no selection is made, the filter is
then applied to the complete layer mask or layer.
How to Apply Filters in Photoshop

Filters can be selected from the Filters tab.
Additional options can be accessed by placing your cursor
on any of the available options
Use the Filter Gallery option to see a preview of how
each filter will look on your image before you apply them
Working with the Oil Paint Filter

You can give a photograph the visual look of a traditional oil
painting by using the Oil Paint filter. You can change the degree of
stylization, cleanliness, brush scale, and other factors using the few
straightforward sliders you will be provided with.
Open the image and go to the Filter tab.

Select Stylize and then choose Oil Paint.
The Oil Paint Filter panel then appears and users can
adjust the sliders to obtain desired results as they paint
USING THE LIQUIFY TOOL
The Liquify tool can be used for making alterations to the body of
your subjects. It can be used to make people more muscular, and
leaner, or to give them wider eyes, among other things. If utilized
improperly, the modifications will be very clear. The objective is to
make little tweaks to ensure that the outcome is plausible.
However, the Liquify tool is useful for more than just body
alterations. You can also use it to manipulate pixels in any way you
like.
Using the Liquify Tool and Its Additional
Features
Open your image and then convert it to a smart object by
making a right click on the layer and choosing the
Convert to Smart Object option
Next, go to the Filter tab and choose Liquify.

This tool encompasses other tools that can be selected from the left
menu in its window. These tools include:
a) The Forward Warp Tool.
b) The Reconstruct Tool.
c) The Smooth Effect Tool
d) The Push Left Tool, etc.
You can also make modifications to your brush from the
left pane
Mastering Basic Adjustments

Aside from the brushes you can adjust, there is also the Face-
Aware Liquify option on the left panel that offers basic settings
when editing the faces of your subjects.
Using a Mesh
Every photo you edit with the Liquify Filter is given a unique mesh.
Every modification you make to the images is also applied to the
mesh. This mesh can then be saved as a file, allowing you to edit
one image and then use those edits on another image. All you have
to do is select the Load Mesh or Save Mesh option under the
Load Mesh Options menu.
BLURRING IN PHOTOSHOP
Blurring in Photoshop can be done with the Blur tool in
the Filters tab. Blur entire images by choosing the
Gaussian Blur tool from the Blur options and then set
your radius value.
You can, however, make selective blurring by first using a
selection tool to highlight the area you want to blur
before using the Gaussian Blur tool.
CHAPTER ELEVEN
TROUBLESHOOTING ISSUES IN PHOTOSHOP
HOW TO EXPORT IMAGES
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Navigate to the File tab and choose Export
Next, choose Export Preferences and set your quality,

format, and destination option
After setting your preferences, you can now select the
File tab, choose Export, and then Export As.
CREATING SHARED ALBUMS IN PHOTOSHOP

A group album is a simple tool for sharing photos with loved ones.
You can send an invite to a group album to share an already-
existing album or several pictures that are not contained in any
other album. Your group album can be given a web link so that you
can share it and continue to update pictures. The shared album will
contain the most recent updates because the photographs are kept
in the cloud.
Photoshop Lightroom can be used for sharing your albums with a
selected group or publicly. You can do this by following these steps.
Select an existing album or create a new album following these
steps:
Select Add an Album in the Home Screen or select the

+ icon and then choose Create Album.
Give the new album a name and then choose Create.
Now, drag pictures into the created album.
Make a right click on the album and select Share &
Invite.
Select the Get Shareable link option to obtain a link to
the shared album.
Next, enter the name or email address of those you wish
to invite to view and contribute to the album
You can also edit the access setting of everyone you
invite
Select Done after making all configurations
TROUBLESHOOTING IN PHOTOSHOP
Photoshop Crashes or Freezes
Update Photoshop by navigating to the Help tab and
selecting Updates
Delete large preset files by navigating to this file path:
[Drive]:\Users\[user
name]\AppData\Roaming\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop
[version]\Presets\
Reset your Photoshop preferences to default by first
closing the program. Open Photoshop again and then
press Ctrl + Alt + Shift until a confirmation dialogue
box appears. Simply select Yes.
Slow Performance or Photoshop Lags

Update Photoshop.
Ensure your computer hardware configuration is
compatible with Photoshop 2024.
Photos Not Opening in Photoshop

Close and restart the application
Ensure you are opening the correct file extension
Update Photoshop
Uninstall and reinstall Photoshop
When Photoshop Tools Are Not Working
Press Ctrl + D to deselect the tool

Reset the tool by making a right click on the icon of the
tool in the Options Bar. Next, choose the Reset Tool
option.
Check the Layers Panel to ensure you have an active
selection
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR USING ADOBE

PHOTOSHOP 2024
Use keyboard shortcuts whenever necessary.
Save your files in Photoshop formats as well in case
where you need to make further edits.
Use layer masks when making edits.
Draw easy straight lines by marking your starting point
and the hold down the Shift key as you drag your
mouse.
Use Ctrl + Del keys to an active fill layer with
background color and Alt + Del for foreground color.
Press Ctrl + Tab keys to toggle through multiple open
Photoshop documents.
Select the eye icon beside each layer to make them
visible or invisible. A faster way is to use the Alt + click
on the eye icon to make all other layers invisible at
once. Repeat this step to return your design to a normal
view.
Use Ctrl + Shift + D to retrieve previous selections.
Hide a selection while it remains active with Ctrl + H.
Ensure to use layer groups when necessary
BASIC PHOTO CORRECTIONS

To understand a distinctive and expert way of frequency separation,
this section concentrates on how to make a face smooth in
Photoshop. Consequently, let's begin. Press Ctrl+J or Command+J
twice to duplicate the image. Low Frequency should be the top
layer's name, and Vivid Light should be the Blending Mode choice.
Press Ctrl+J or Command+J twice to duplicate the image. Now,
invert the image by hitting Ctrl+I or Command+I, or by selecting
Invert from the Image menu's Adjustment submenu. Then select
Gaussian Blur after choosing Filter, Blur. The Radius should be
increased by 15–20. Depending on your reputation. Let's choose 20
in this instance, then click OK.
Now, invert the image by hitting Ctrl+I or Command+I, or by
selecting Invert from the Image menu's Adjustment submenu.
Next, select Gaussian Blur under Filter, Blur.
The Radius should be increased by 15–20. Depending on your

reputation. Let's choose 20 in this instance, then click OK. You
developed texture since the model's face is highly detailed and up
close. But all we need to do here is saturate the image before
applying this Layer. Navigate to Image > Adjustment >
Hue/Saturation in the top toolbar. The Saturation should now be
reduced to -100.
As you can see, the Blending Mode setting of Vivid Light prevents
the saturation from being reduced. To change the Blending Mode to
Normal, let's first Cancel the Hue and Saturation. All you have to do
is click Merge Layers after selecting the two Layers by holding down
the Shift key.
The Saturation should now be reduced to -100.

All you have to do is click Merge Layers after selecting the two
Layers by holding down the Shift key. Desaturate once more. Press
Ctrl+I or Command+I to invert this layer after it has been de-
saturated. Let's also switch the Blending Mode to Overlay. Go to
Filter, Blur, and Gaussian Blur after that, raise the Radius value until
the texture shows up. For now, let's stick with 3.
Next, desaturate once more.

By pressing Ctrl+I or Command+I, invert this layer.
Let's switch to Overlay for the Blending Mode.

Up till the texture appears, increase the Radius. For now, let's stick
with 3. You can tell that your skin is smooth and soft, but you don't
want to completely alter your appearance. You'll make a Mask to
get rid of this. Please click on this tiny Mask (camera-like icon
below). Near the top layer, there will be a white layer. The way a
mask functions is as follows: if your mask is white, anything white
will be visible.
By selecting the Mask Layer, you'll invert this. You can see that
everything is hidden when it is inverted and made of black. In other
words, white means you can see it, and black means you cannot.
Use the Brush Tool, set the foreground color to white, and just paint
white over the entire region of the skin. Exactly like that.
Click on the tiny camera-like symbol below that looks like a Mask.
Near the top layer, there will be a white layer.
By selecting the Mask Layer, you'll invert this. You can see that
everything is hidden when it is flipped and made of black.
Use the Brush Tool, set the foreground color to white, and just paint
white over the entire region of the skin. The skin can be readily
smoothed, but what if you brush the rims of your nose? As you can
see, there is an issue; stay away from this area until it is rectified.
Just focus on the skin for the time being. You will now refine the
details, including the margins of the eyes and nose.
You'll work on this layer to smooth and soften the image, so let's
merge it with a new duplicate layer first. Let's perform the identical
procedure once more, changing only the Radius value of the
Gaussian Blur. When you're done, the picture will appear as follows.
Let's perform the identical procedure once more, changing only the
Radius value of the Gaussian Blur.
This is how the finished product will seem.
USING THE PHOTOSHOP LENS CORRECTION

FILTER
Photoshop Lens Correction can be used in essentially two different
ways. You can choose to have Photoshop make the repairs on its
own. The issue is that you have no control over the situation. The
manual process is thus an alternative. Observe the steps listed
below.
Click the photo you wish to edit. "Lens Correction" can be

found by selecting Filter from the top menu.
Just make sure Photoshop selects the appropriate lens

and camera model by checking the "Geometric
Distortion" box.
Photoshop has access to the image's metadata and
compares it to settings in the database of cameras and
lenses maintained by Adobe Lens Correction. Photoshop
will locate it unless you have an unusual camera brand.
Let's now manually repair a photograph. Using a wide-angle lens to

edit images shot too close to the subject and straighten lines. It can
even be applied to faces.
Choose the Custom tab to get started.

Select "On" to activate the grid at the Lens Correction
window's bottom. Additionally, you can alter the grid's
color and the spacing between each line. You can use the
grid to ensure that all of the lines in your image are
straight.
From the toolbar on the right, choose the Straighten tool.
To define a horizon, click and drag the mouse across the
image. The image will be automatically straightened by
Photoshop.
To adjust the viewpoint, use the sliders in the Transform
section. Start by considering the perspectives from above
and below.
Then, adjust the Scale to see more or less of the image

and adjust the Angle to correct a diagonal distortion.
Image bulging is a common issue. Vertical and horizon
lines all have a small arc. With the Geometric Distortion
slider, this can be fixed. When you've used a wide-angle
lens to take a picture of a face, you can also use this
slider.
You may also drag across the image with the Remove
Distortion tool. The sliders' impact is the same as this
one. The sliders are a bit more accurate and comply in
my opinion.
Chromatic aberration affects certain lenses more than
others. Around the edges of high-contrast areas, such as
treetops against the sky, you'll observe color fringing. Use
one of the sliders based on the color. Be sure to enlarge
the image so you can see everything.
When shooting a picture with the lens wide open, a
vignette frequently emerges. The image appears to
darken toward the edges. To soften the edges, use the
Vignette sliders.
CHAPTER TWELVE
EDITING VIDEO IN PHOTOSHOP
OVERVIEW OF PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
Photoshop's video editor may not be the first program that comes to
mind when thinking of video editing, but it is pretty useful. Which
platforms spring to mind first when searching for video editing
software? Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro are probably at the top.
Photoshop is the opposite? Probably not in the least.
Although Photoshop was initially developed by Adobe for
manipulating still images, you can also utilize the platform to make
videos. Additionally, Photoshop is a great place to start if you're new
to video editing software to learn the fundamentals.
You will learn everything you need to know about using Photoshop
to edit videos in this class. You'll discover how to change a video's
speed, add special effects, and much more.
Photoshop may be used to edit any type of video project. You may
quickly create content for YouTube videos and similar platforms
using its resizing capabilities, and you can then post it in the
suggested formats.
You can edit long-form video projects on the platform, but you can
also produce short-form content. Photoshop is therefore useful for
repurposing content for social media platforms like Instagram and
TikTok.
HOW TO START YOUR PHOTOSHOP VIDEO

Choose Create New.
Choose Film & Video.
Select View All Presets +.
Choose the video size your project calls for.
Can't find the size you require? By entering the pixel

width and height on the right-hand side, and then
choosing to create, you can create a custom video size.
After creating your document, select Timeline.
Click Create Video Timeline to begin.
HOW TO ADD VIDEOS AND PHOTOS IN
PHOTOSHOP
Drag a picture or video into Photoshop.
Once the layer is open in Photoshop, choose Duplicate
Layer from the context menu.
Select the document you want your movie or photo to be
in the Destination field of the duplicate layer box that will
display.
HOW TO RESIZE VIDEOS AND PHOTOS IN
PHOTOSHOP
Resize your media to fit your video document after moving your
movie or photo there if needed. By pressing Command-T to choose
your media, and then dragging on the image, you can enlarge or
reduce your media.
HOW TO MOVE AND SHORTEN VIDEO LAYERS

In terms of functionality, moving layers in Photoshop video is fairly
similar to moving them in standard Photoshop documents. You can
choose a layer and drag it into the order you want it in the Timeline
or Layers Panel, or you can use Command- to move it up or down.
Hover your mouse over the beginning or end of the layer rectangle
on the timeline and drag it to make it shorter or longer.
HOW TO ADD SHAPES IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO

Choose the Shape Tool.
Sketch your form where it will appear in the video.
Like any other layer, your form will appear on your video
timeline.
HOW TO ADD FADE EFFECT IN PHOTOSHOP
VIDEO
Choose a transition tool.
Pick the fading you prefer.
To choose the duration of your fade, use the Duration
toggle.
Drag your fade to the beginning or end of your layer once
you've made your selection.
When you apply a fade to a layer, a small rectangle will
appear on the layer. You can move this rectangle to
lengthen or shorten your fade.
HOW TO ADD TEXT IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
Choose your typing tool.
Just as you would in a typical Photoshop document, add
your text and edit the fonts and sizes.
HOW TO ADD AUDIO IN PHOTOSHOP VIDEO

Click Add Audio on your Audio Track Layer.
You can choose an mp3 or WAV file to include in your
video by clicking this, which will take you to your files.
Your audio will show up as a separate layer that you can
drag to make it shorter or longer.
You can change the volume, initiate a fade-in or fade-out,
or mute the audio by clicking the tiny triangle in the right
corner of the audio layer.
HOW TO ADD MOTION TO AN IMAGE IN

PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
To access the motion option, click the tiny triangle in the
right corner of your image layer.
You'll be given several choices.
For you to get the appropriate result, many dropdowns
will be presented for each option.
HOW TO RENDER YOUR PHOTOSHOP VIDEO
To display render options, select the arrow at the bottom
of your timeline.
If you haven't already, give your video a name.
Decide which folder you want to save it in.
Choose Render.
Or,
You're ready to export your movie once you've done editing it in
Photoshop. To render it first, select File > Export > Render Video.
Here, you can change several options, such as whether your video
is suitable for Apple TV or YouTube.
The majority of concepts from image editing transfer over

extremely smoothly to video editing, so if you're already familiar
with Photoshop you'll probably pick it up pretty quickly. You can
pretty much do anything on an image layer normally with a video
layer with relative ease. You name it: hue, saturation, masking, and
opacity! Your options are essentially limitless after you learn the
fundamentals of video editing in Photoshop.
CONCLUSION
As we draw the curtains on this journey through the vast landscape
of Adobe Photoshop, we find ourselves equipped with a deeper
understanding of its multifaceted capabilities. This book has served
as a guiding light, for novice explorers to seasoned navigators,
seeking to unravel the mysteries and unveil the creative potential
concealed within this powerful software.
In our exploration, we began with the foundational concept of
image resolution, acknowledging that more pixels translate to
higher resolution and superior detail. This fundamental knowledge
is the cornerstone upon which we have built our creative endeavors.
Resizing images, a task frequently encountered in our digital
adventures, has been demystified through the Image Resize Tool
and the versatile Crop Tool. These tools have become our trusted
companions, allowing us to tailor images to meet our specific
needs, be it for digital displays, print media, or the ever-evolving
world of social media.
Layer masking, an artful technique, has enabled us to wield control
over our compositions, expertly merging elements and concealing
others. Through meticulous applications of white, grey, and black,
we have harnessed the power of layer masks to achieve
professional results that beckon admiration.
Our creative voyage has been enriched by the brilliance of
automatic adjustments through the Brightness/Contrast dialogue
box. The "Auto" option, a hidden gem within Photoshop, has
lightened our burdens by bringing forth a quick and skillful hand in
balancing brightness and contrast.
Adjustment layers, with their built-in layer masks, have empowered
us to make non-destructive edits, bestowing a new layer of
sophistication to our work. With these layers, our creative
boundaries have expanded, leading us to explore the limitless realm
of possibilities within Adobe Photoshop.
Pixel art, a realm of creativity that dwells in the details of individual
pixels, has captured our imagination. In Photoshop, we have found
the tools needed to manipulate these minuscule building blocks,
creating stunning and retro-inspired works of art.
The Shapes Panel has become our canvas for geometric and
symbolic expressions. These tools, akin to the Custom Shape Picker,
have enabled us to craft elements and icons that communicate and
resonate with our audiences.
In the world of layer styles and blending options, we have
discovered the magic of transformation. These effects have
breathed life into our designs, adding depth and dimension to our
creations.
Balancing colors with the precision of a surgeon, white balance has
been our guiding hand, ensuring the accuracy of color
representation in our images, regardless of the context in which
they are viewed.
The Healing Brush Tool, our trusty assistant in the pursuit of
perfection, has restored and rejuvenated our images. It has become
the healer of minor imperfections, blending them seamlessly into
the background with an artistic touch.
In the vast territory of Photoshop workspaces, we have tailored our
environment to suit our unique needs. These custom configurations
have optimized our productivity and streamlined our workflows,
making every task a seamless experience.
The Transform and Free Transform Tools have provided us with the
power to mold and reshape elements to our heart's desire. Our
creativity has found freedom and expression, with these tools as our
loyal companions.
In conclusion, Photoshop is a versatile and powerful tool for image
editing and design. Understanding its various features and
capabilities, from image resolution and resizing to layer masking
and color correction, is essential for harnessing its full potential.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced user, continually
exploring and practicing with Photoshop's extensive toolkit will help
you master this dynamic software.
INDEX
A
account, 73
accurate, 145
actions, 2
activate, 146, 168, 174, 192
activated, 173, 184
adds, 152
adjust, 63, 127, 133, 146, 170, 179, 191, 206, 207, 208, 223, 228,
233
adjusted, 126, 168, 179, 191, 206
adjusting, 98, 116
adjustment, 157, 205, 209, 210
Adjustment, 157, 178, 179, 205, 207, 208, 209
adjustments, 84, 96, 97, 166, 167, 170, 177, 178, 188, 210, 214
Adjustments, 133, 170, 176, 178, 179, 205, 233
Adobe, 22, 59, 63, 80, 82, 182, 238, 250, 254
AdobeStock, 13
AI, 79, 80
album, 236, 237
albums, 236
Align, 156
Alt, 148, 187, 194, 224, 238, 239
ambiguous, 79, 97
American, 2
anchor, 41, 42, 45, 88, 194
Anchor, 41, 42
angles, 29, 48
Anti-alias, 192
Anti-Alias, 38
antialiasing, 105, 106
Antialiasing, 105, 106
application, 12, 32, 49, 51, 165, 226, 238
applications, 51, 192, 203
arbitrary, 78
Arrange, 198
arrows, 16
art, 120, 125
artists, 34
artwork, 96
artworks, 126
auto, 75
Auto, 26, 75, 170, 179
B
backdrop, 36, 78, 79, 81, 82, 84, 95, 96, 97, 103, 106, 107, 113, 116
background, 36, 44, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 86, 88, 90, 91, 93, 96,
97, 98, 105, 106, 107, 110, 111, 113, 114, 116, 130, 134, 135,
136, 190, 193, 198, 204, 216, 239
Background, 36, 80, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 91, 92, 93, 94, 97,
120, 131, 132, 134, 135, 136, 137, 153, 190, 191
Background Eraser, 84, 85
Bar, 14, 49, 51, 140, 141, 142, 143, 148, 153, 157, 171, 172, 184,
186, 191, 192, 193, 196, 203, 212, 214, 215, 216, 217, 219, 221,
223, 238
beginners, 113
benchmark, 145
Bin, 132
blank, 134
blemish, 225
Blend, 135, 217
blended, 130
blending, 34, 37, 100, 104, 151, 216
Blending, 96, 103, 239, 242, 243, 244
Blue, 180
blur, 38, 104, 112, 113, 114, 115
Blur, 38, 39, 113, 114, 115, 234, 240, 241, 243
Blurring, 234
blurry, 105, 106
border, 140, 142
border's, 141
bottom, 14, 127, 146, 148, 150, 155
boundaries, 71, 75, 104, 108
bounding, 183
boxes, 71
brighten, 213
brightness, 145, 170
Brightness, 170
Browse, 65
brush, 26, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40, 81, 85, 86, 87, 97, 98, 101,
102, 112, 189, 191, 202, 204, 214, 216, 218, 219, 223, 228, 233,
247
Brush, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 124, 125, 126, 189, 201, 203, 204,
216, 217, 245, 247
brushes, 126, 219, 233
Bucket, 37, 38
budding, 182
Burn, 40, 213, 215
button, 152, 170, 175, 179, 182, 186, 197, 225
C
calibrate, 145, 146
calibrating, 145, 146
Calibrating, 146
calibration, 145, 146
camera, 32, 63, 114, 127, 179, 245, 249, 250
Camera, 63, 159, 160
Camera Raw, 159, 160
cameras, 249
Canon, 63
canvas, 12, 46, 48, 68, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 102, 116, 165, 167, 173,
183, 193
Canvas, 167
capabilities, 17, 120, 254
capture, 127
category, 130, 226
Centers, 156
check, 129, 148, 192
checkerboard, 132
cinematography, 180
Classic, 75
clicking, 17, 149, 181, 187, 193, 218, 219
clipping, 198
clockwise, 48
clone, 222
Clone, 34, 216, 222, 223, 225
Cloning, 221
closing, 49, 238
Cloud, 82
Cmd, 53, 60, 167
CMYK, 146
colder, 179
collections, 51
color, 14, 26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 34, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 47, 63, 75, 78,
79, 86, 87, 93, 96, 97, 98, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 126, 127,
145, 172, 173, 180, 181, 182, 184, 187, 190, 191, 192, 203, 204,
205, 206, 208, 209, 211, 239, 245, 247, 250, 252
Color, 29, 33, 43, 61, 96, 97, 98, 100, 101, 102, 103, 146, 158, 176,
179, 180, 182, 191, 192, 202, 203, 209, 217
colorize, 32, 101
colors, 33, 37, 38, 79, 86, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 103, 145, 146,
179, 180, 181, 182, 191, 204, 208, 209
column, 16, 174
combination, 50, 196
combine, 151
Command, 121
commands, 49
components, 72, 73
computer, 20, 36, 48, 60, 62, 63, 95, 160, 168, 238
configuration, 141, 217, 238
configurations, 51, 125, 214, 215, 237
configure, 15, 157, 212
configured, 182
consistent, 146, 181
consistently, 145
content, 198
Content Aware, 219
Content-Aware, 32, 75
contents, 2, 130, 133, 135, 174, 226
Contents, 120
Contiguous, 192
continuous, 127
Continuous, 191
contrast, 25, 34, 36, 39, 82, 84, 110, 145, 170, 185, 252
Contrast, 170, 189, 205
conventional, 171
convert, 135, 136, 229
Convert, 42, 168, 229
core, 130
corrected, 225
cr2, 63
Crashes, 238
create, 120, 131, 137, 144, 181, 182, 197, 200, 206, 207, 210, 216,
222, 236
Create, 54, 120, 196, 199, 207, 208, 209, 217, 237
creative, 137
Creative, 82
Crop, 17, 26, 27, 68, 75, 140, 141, 142, 143
cropped, 26, 27, 73, 74, 75
Cropped, 27, 75
cropping, 26, 27, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 140
Cropping, 127
Ctrl, 53, 60, 121, 138, 148, 167, 168, 220, 238, 239
curly, 79
cursor, 148, 154, 173, 191, 192, 193, 220, 224, 227
Curvature, 41, 114
curve, 206
Curve, 179
Curves, 206, 207
custom, 47, 126, 142, 143, 171, 176, 197, 255
Custom, 47, 171, 174, 250
D
dafont.com, 162
darken, 213
darkroom, 63
Daylight, 180
decisions, 2
default, 14, 20, 21, 22, 51, 52, 62, 83, 126, 131, 132, 134, 138,
141, 158, 159, 174, 204, 206, 210, 217, 238
Default, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 40, 41,
43, 44, 45, 47, 48
degrees, 72, 78
delete, 36, 93, 95, 105, 116
Delete, 27, 42, 90, 195, 208, 220, 238
Deleted, 189
deleting, 82
depth, 151
desaturate, 243
Desaturate, 243
deselect, 114, 117, 119
DESELECT, 115
Deselecting, 129
design, 51, 126, 181, 182, 197, 198, 204, 239
designers, 96, 213
designs, 126
deteriorate, 146
determined, 49, 141
diameter, 126
digital, 34
dimension, 70
dimensions, 12, 127
direction, 39, 45, 78, 150, 218
directory, 76
Discontiguous, 192
Display, 145
distort, 144
distortion, 27, 252
Distribute, 156
Dither, 182
document, 12, 13, 14, 22, 27, 30, 43, 48, 49, 53, 60, 66, 68, 71, 77,
111, 116, 117, 118, 120, 130, 131, 134, 146, 148, 152, 157, 165,
166, 192, 196, 217, 225, 255, 256, 258
Document, 12, 13, 14, 53
documents, 49, 239
Dodge, 213, 215
dots, 127
downloaded, 162
DPI, 127
drag, 126, 132, 138, 142, 154, 155, 165, 168, 173, 183, 185, 191,
195, 198, 207, 213, 218, 220, 237, 239
Drag, 40, 46, 73, 163, 256, 258
dragging, 130, 132, 149, 218
duplicate, 239, 240, 247, 256
E
edge, 88, 92, 93, 109, 110, 194, 195
edges, 24, 25, 27, 33, 38, 39, 45, 79, 91, 104, 105, 106, 108, 109,
110, 111, 112, 123, 126, 185, 192, 195, 252, 253
Edges, 156, 192
edit, 49, 62, 184, 233, 237
Edit, 121, 123, 144, 146, 167
editing, 15, 65, 78, 96, 101, 104, 105, 120, 137, 145, 164, 184, 200,
219, 233, 254, 262
Editing, 184
editor, 33, 254
edits, 233, 239
effects, 130, 131, 137, 196, 226
element, 32
elements, 22, 32, 34, 51, 109, 120, 208
Elements, 1, 44
Elliptical, 19, 20, 23
Embedded, 154
emerges, 253
Enter, 146, 155, 168, 169
Eraser, 36, 37, 81, 84, 85, 86, 88, 189, 190, 191, 192, 204
Essentials, 51, 158
examine, 133
exploration, 76
Explorer, 60
export, 235, 262
Export, 235, 236
extension, 13, 63, 238
Eyedropper, 28, 29
F
Face-Aware, 233
fading, 257
favorite, 181, 213
feather, 106, 109, 110, 111, 112
Feather, 193
feathering, 105, 106, 111
Feathering, 106
feature, 130
features, 32, 76, 97, 98, 165
file, 13, 61, 62, 63, 64, 127, 129, 182, 233, 238
File, 49, 53, 59, 60, 61, 63, 65, 66, 68, 72, 76, 88, 154, 160, 235,
236, 262
Fill, 45, 75, 100, 135, 196, 207, 208, 209
fills, 12, 146
Film, 254
filmmaking, 76
Filter, 49, 63, 113, 114, 129, 228, 230, 233, 240, 241, 243, 248
filters, 49, 226
Filters, 115, 226, 234
Fit, 128
fixes, 216
flame, 180
flip, 76, 77, 78, 95
flipped, 76, 78, 246
flipping, 76, 77, 78
folder, 137
font, 162, 163
fonts, 162, 163, 258
Fonts, 163
Forced, 182
foreground, 33, 37, 102, 181, 204, 239, 245, 247
form, 137, 144
format, 61, 62, 63, 235
Format, 61
Free, 144, 163
freehand, 192, 194
Freezes, 238
Fuji, 63
functions, 51, 126, 192
fuzzy, 33, 39, 105, 108, 113
G
Gaussian, 112, 113, 234, 240, 241, 243, 247
Gaussian Blur, 113, 240, 241, 243, 247
General, 123, 166
gradient, 37, 100, 104, 151, 154
Gradient, 37, 153
gradients, 37
graphic, 182, 198
graphics, 29, 45, 120
Grid, 121
Grids, 121
grouped, 51, 130
Groups, 50, 137, 138
Guides, 121
H
Hand, 149
hardness, 189, 190, 191
Hardness, 39
Healing, 30, 31, 216, 217, 218
Height, 14, 45, 128, 142
hidden, 175
Hide, 239
highlights, 205, 206
Hints, 218
History, 35
hold, 14, 132, 144, 154, 171, 191, 239
Home, 59, 60, 63, 237
Horizontal, 43, 44
hue, 37, 40, 97, 98, 102, 145, 186, 209, 213, 215, 262
Hue, 96, 98, 99, 100, 101, 178, 209, 242
Hue/Saturation, 98, 99, 100, 101, 209, 242
I
icon, 18, 19, 20, 52, 83, 85, 87, 88, 92, 94, 102, 126, 132, 133, 135,
138, 139, 141, 157, 159, 163, 174, 178, 200, 207, 208, 209, 237,
238, 239, 245
identified, 163
illustration, 77, 105, 116
Illustrator, 41
illustrators, 34
image, 12, 14, 15, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36,
37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 44, 47, 48, 59, 60, 62, 63, 65, 68, 69, 70, 71,
72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88,
91, 92, 93, 94, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106,
107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 113, 115, 116, 120, 126, 127, 129, 134,
140, 143, 144, 146, 147, 150, 151, 155, 159, 160, 168, 179, 180,
181, 182, 185, 186, 187, 189, 193, 195, 196, 198, 199, 201, 202,
205, 206, 208, 209, 210, 211, 213, 214, 216, 219, 220, 222, 224,
225, 226, 228, 229, 233, 239, 240, 241, 247, 249, 250, 251, 252,
253, 256, 261, 262
Image, 123, 127, 140, 167, 170, 176, 178, 179, 181, 182, 206
images, 12, 13, 26, 32, 33, 35, 37, 43, 59, 60, 63, 68, 72, 76, 79,
80, 96, 101, 102, 113, 120, 127, 140, 145, 149, 150, 151, 155,
160, 181, 185, 200, 208, 215, 233, 234, 250, 254
imported, 45, 63
inch, 127
Indexed, 182
individuals, 2
information, 2, 14, 127
Install, 163
installation, 163
installed, 159, 163
interface, 12, 15, 49, 51
Invite, 237
irregular, 195
J
jagged, 192
jpeg, 13, 63
JPEG, 62, 63
K
keyboard, 21, 51, 53, 60, 88, 99, 107, 116, 118, 121, 148, 149, 192,
203, 239
Keyboard, 167
L
Lasso, 24, 25, 91, 92, 116, 192, 193, 194, 195, 196
launch, 12, 127, 166, 167, 179, 196
launches, 134, 188
layer, 126, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140,
144, 151, 152, 155, 164, 168, 169, 170, 186, 190, 191, 193, 196,
197, 198, 199, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 208, 209, 210, 214,
216, 226, 229, 239
Layer, 49, 81, 83, 85, 88, 92, 94, 100, 102, 132, 135, 136, 137, 138,
152, 178, 179, 186, 196, 197, 198, 199, 200, 205, 207, 208, 209,
242, 245, 246, 256, 259
Layer Mask, 152, 186
layers, 44, 49, 81, 97, 117, 130, 132, 137, 138, 139, 140, 157, 198,
210, 226, 239, 256
Layers, 49, 83, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 137, 138, 140, 152, 155,
156, 157, 158, 168, 178, 186, 197, 200, 217, 238, 242, 243, 256
layouts, 137
Legacy, 175
licensing, 162
Light, 239, 242
Lightroom, 236
Lights, 146
Line, 47
lines, 126, 194, 218, 239
Liquify, 229, 230, 233
location, 61, 182, 183, 194
Lock, 135
locked, 135
low-resolution, 105
Luminance, 209
luminosity, 208
M
Mac, 53, 60, 167
macOS, 88
Magic, 26, 37, 92, 103, 116, 186, 187, 190, 192
Magnetic, 25, 91, 193, 195
manipulate, 120, 229
margins, 247
marquee, 23, 24, 36, 106, 116
Marquee, 19, 20, 22, 23, 116
mask, 32, 83, 84, 101, 109, 151, 186, 198, 200, 201, 202, 210, 226,
245
Mask, 44, 186, 188, 199, 245, 246
masked, 130
masking, 202
masks, 32, 42, 131, 193, 200, 239
Measurement, 17
measuring, 165
media, 22, 76, 254, 256
menu, 19, 20, 21, 43, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 76, 77, 80, 83, 85, 88, 89,
92, 94, 95, 98, 100, 103, 106, 109, 112, 115, 117, 118, 119, 163,
240, 241, 248, 256
Menu, 49, 51, 133, 138, 175, 179
mesh, 38
Mesh, 233
minus, 148
mirror, 144, 225
Mirror, 225
Mixer, 34
mode, 126, 128, 151, 189, 191, 196, 218
Mode, 126, 135, 172, 182, 215, 217
modeling, 38
models, 29
modes, 126, 219
modifications, 229, 233
Modify, 106, 111, 112
monitor, 145, 146
mosaic, 120
Move, 17, 21, 32, 151, 164, 200
multiple, 13, 138, 144, 239
Multiple, 60
multi-select, 156
N
natural, 32, 104, 110
Navigate, 154, 170, 235
navigating, 181, 198, 238
Navigation, 17
Navigator, 150
needlework, 120
New, 53, 132, 136, 138, 143, 178, 179, 196, 205, 207, 208, 209
Nikon, 63
O
object, 24, 25, 26, 32, 36, 79, 81, 97, 98, 103, 105, 106, 108, 109,
111, 112
objects, 15, 33, 44, 81, 82, 96, 144, 165, 204, 217
OK, 126, 129, 139, 155, 166, 170, 179, 182, 189, 197
opacity, 126, 130, 151, 190, 200
Opacity, 126, 135, 196, 203
Open, 59, 60, 63, 127, 151, 185, 187, 198, 200, 216, 219, 222, 228,
229, 238
opened, 14, 60, 63
opens, 63, 134, 174
option, 51, 59, 61, 121, 123, 129, 136, 138, 141, 142, 143, 145,
153, 156, 168, 170, 171, 182, 189, 191, 192, 193, 196, 197, 208,
219, 228, 229, 233, 235, 237, 238
options, 15, 17, 49, 50, 59, 61, 128, 144, 157, 171, 174, 182, 184,
186, 191, 209, 227, 234
Options, 26, 27, 28, 39, 40, 43, 44, 45, 49, 75, 103, 126, 134, 141,
142, 143, 146, 148, 153, 171, 172, 179, 184, 186, 191, 192, 193,
196, 197, 203, 212, 214, 215, 216, 217, 219, 221, 223, 233, 238
organizations, 2
overcropping, 72
overlap, 130
overlay, 75, 103, 104
Overlay, 75, 243, 244
P
paint, 31, 33, 34, 35, 38, 39, 40, 94, 95, 101, 245, 247
Paint, 202, 228
paintbrush, 33
Painter's, 34
painting, 15, 189, 202, 224, 228
Painting, 17
palettes, 181
panel, 15, 16, 21, 24, 29, 31, 38, 49, 83, 85, 89, 90, 118, 130, 131,
132, 133, 137, 138, 155, 157, 158, 174, 175, 178, 181, 182, 189,
206, 225, 228, 233
Panel, 50, 131, 133, 134, 138, 150, 152, 156, 157, 158, 164, 168,
171, 174, 184, 186, 197, 200, 238
panels, 49, 50, 51, 52, 157, 158, 174
parameters, 43, 71
pasteboard, 12
Patch, 31, 219, 221
Path, 44, 88, 89
pattern, 132
Pattern, 35
patterns, 126
Pen, 41, 42, 87, 88, 91
pencil, 33, 126, 204
Pencil, 124, 126, 189
percentage, 69
Performance, 238
personal, 2
photo, 168, 198, 199, 208, 211, 222, 233
Photo, 53
photograph, 25, 34, 35, 88, 115, 250
photographers, 96
photographs, 31, 32, 76, 84, 87, 93, 96, 160, 161
photography, 179, 180
photos, 59, 63, 68, 113, 137, 179, 236
Photoshop, 12, 13, 15, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32,
33, 34, 36, 37, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 47, 48, 49, 51, 59, 60,
62, 63, 65, 66, 68, 71, 72, 76, 78, 79, 80, 82, 83, 84, 85, 87, 88,
91, 92, 93, 94, 96, 97, 98, 103, 104, 106, 107, 113, 114, 115, 117,
120, 121, 123, 126, 127, 129, 130, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 138,
140, 143, 144, 146, 149, 150, 151, 160, 163, 165, 166, 167, 168,
170, 171, 174, 179, 180, 181, 182, 185, 187, 189, 191, 192, 194,
198, 200, 210, 211, 212, 213, 216, 226, 234, 236, 238, 239, 248,
249, 251, 254, 256, 258, 262
Photoshop CC, 28, 42
Photoshop's, 15, 49, 51, 126, 130, 181, 192
Picker, 153, 171, 174, 203
picture, 213
pictures, 15, 154, 179, 236, 237
pixel, 23, 37, 38, 46, 75, 105, 120, 127, 129, 224, 255
Pixel, 120
pixels, 23, 24, 26, 34, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 69, 70, 71, 72, 75, 78, 79,
85, 97, 98, 105, 108, 110, 113, 120, 126, 127, 128, 129, 135, 187,
189, 192, 216, 222, 224, 225, 226, 229
Pixels, 27, 97, 106, 186
Place, 148, 154, 221
plausible, 229
PNG, 62, 96, 102
point, 173, 193, 194, 195, 207, 239
Point, 42
points, 41, 42, 43, 45, 143, 195, 206, 208
Polygon, 46
Polygonal, 24, 192, 194
position, 130, 155, 165, 221
PPI, 127
practice, 146
preference, 120
Preferences, 121, 122, 123, 166, 235
Premiere, 254
preset, 238
pre-set, 51
Preset, 54, 142, 143, 208
presets, 159
pressing, 148, 149, 203, 224
preview, 132, 133, 171, 228
print, 127, 137
Print, 53
process, 63, 132, 182, 198, 224
program, 59, 120, 238
project, 30, 66, 68, 137, 162, 163, 254, 255
projects, 126, 181
prompts, 146
Properties, 157, 158, 164, 179, 184, 189
PSD, 30, 62
published, 62
purposes, 2
Push, 232
Q
quality, 127, 129, 235
R
Radius, 46, 114, 240, 241, 243, 245, 247
ratios, 142
Raw, 63, 160
RAW, 63
Rearrange, 198
recording, 2
rectangle, 22, 45, 48, 116, 257, 258
Rectangular, 19, 20, 22
Red-eye, 211
reinstall, 238
reminiscent, 120
remove, 27, 34, 42, 71, 75, 79, 80, 84, 88, 90, 93, 94, 96, 105, 107,
108, 110, 159, 162, 163
Remove, 75, 80, 82, 83, 84, 87, 91, 93, 95, 252
removed, 130, 218, 222
removing, 31, 75, 78, 79, 191, 200, 217, 218
renamed, 130, 131
Repeat, 155, 239
repeated, 147, 148
Resample, 128, 129
resampling, 128
Reset, 141, 159, 238
resize, 28, 68, 69, 71, 140
Resize, 140
resolution, 72, 127
Resolution, 14, 127, 140
restart, 238
restore, 159, 160
restoring, 137
result, 120, 127, 156, 214
retouching, 15, 31, 34
Retouching, 17, 225
RGB, 146
rotate, 144
rotation, 144
Ruler, 165
Rulers, 166
S
Sampling, 86, 87, 191, 192
saturation, 40, 98, 242, 262
Saturation, 96, 98, 100, 178, 209, 242
save, 126, 143, 181
Save, 61, 62, 182, 233, 239
saving, 49, 62, 185
Screen, 59, 60, 63, 217, 237
scroll, 150
Scrubby, 148
search, 51
Search, 51, 157
secondary, 174
segments, 45
SELECT, 115
selected, 49, 51, 60, 132, 137, 140, 149, 158, 170, 173, 186, 187,
194, 196, 197, 202, 210, 215, 217, 219, 220, 226, 231, 236
selecting, 15, 16, 24, 28, 38, 43, 45, 52, 60, 65, 69, 81, 83, 93, 103,
106, 108, 115, 116, 118, 121, 126, 129, 130, 132, 135, 138, 139,
143, 144, 148, 162, 174, 175, 181, 182, 186, 189, 193, 194, 195,
198, 200, 203, 209, 238, 240, 241, 242, 243, 245, 246, 248
selection, 22, 23, 24, 25, 31, 36, 44, 45, 70, 73, 75, 80, 81, 86, 90,
93, 94, 95, 97, 103, 104, 106, 107, 108, 110, 111, 115, 116, 117,
118, 144, 185, 187, 188, 192, 193, 194, 195, 220, 221, 226, 234,
238, 239, 258
Selection, 17, 25, 26, 44, 45, 80, 82, 88, 90, 93, 94, 95, 103, 116,
118, 157, 185, 196
selfies, 76
Send Backwards, 198
SEO, 68
services, 2
settings, 49, 50, 126, 196, 203, 216, 218, 233
Settings, 126, 145, 146
shadows, 205, 206
shape, 171, 172, 173, 175, 186, 198
Shape, 47, 114, 171, 172, 174, 257
shapes, 15, 41, 46, 47, 171, 175, 176
Shapes, 171, 174, 175
share, 236
sharp, 126
sharpen, 129
Sharpen, 39, 129
sharpening, 63, 226
sharpens, 39
shortcut, 24, 81, 88, 107, 118, 149, 167
shortcuts, 51, 239
Show, 121
sign, 148, 191
simultaneously, 60
single, 138, 192, 194, 217, 219
size, 12, 127, 129, 133, 134, 141, 142, 144, 169, 172, 183, 184,
189, 190, 191, 204, 214, 216, 218
Sketch, 257
skew, 144
Slant, 164
Slice, 17, 27, 28
Slices, 121
Slide, 150
slider, 148, 170, 177, 189, 205, 206
Slider, 148, 206
Smart Object, 168, 229
smooth, 42, 104, 105, 106, 108, 109, 111, 112, 127, 239, 245, 247
Smooth, 109, 111, 112, 189, 232
smoother, 106, 107, 109
smoothes, 105, 112
Smudge, 39
social, 76, 254
software, 235
Sponge, 215
spot, 30, 38, 112
Spot, 216, 217, 218
spots, 194, 218
sRGB, 146
stamp, 222
Stamp, 34, 35, 216, 222, 223, 225
start, 137, 154, 183, 194, 224
status, 14, 15
Status, 14
Straighten, 143
straightforward, 59, 182, 228
Stroke, 45
stunning, 120
style, 35, 97, 102
Style, 43, 102, 197
styles, 104, 196, 197
Styles, 196
subjects, 211, 229, 233
Sunrise, 180
supports, 63
swatch, 181, 182
Swatches, 181, 182
switch, 60, 148
T
tab, 13, 14, 52, 59, 60, 63, 121, 123, 127, 129, 136, 144, 146, 154,
158, 166, 167, 170, 174, 176, 178, 179, 181, 182, 184, 188, 196,
198, 199, 205, 226, 228, 230, 234, 235, 236, 238
tabs, 50, 60
tasks, 157
technique, 168
techniques, 76, 79, 83, 87, 88, 91, 93, 97, 103, 105, 106, 113, 116,
120
temperature, 180
Temperatures, 180
Template, 142
text, 15, 164, 182, 183, 184, 196, 198, 199, 200
thumbnail, 132, 133, 134, 152, 155, 201
thumbnails, 133, 156
TIPS, 239
Toggle, 43
Tolerance, 191, 192
tones, 180, 205, 206
tool, 17, 49, 126, 142, 144, 148, 168, 171, 179, 182, 185, 186, 189,
190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 201, 203, 204, 206, 211, 213, 214,
215, 216, 217, 218, 222, 229, 231, 234, 236, 238
Tool, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34,
35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 75, 80, 81,
84, 87, 91, 93, 101, 103, 116, 124, 126, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144,
147, 149, 151, 153, 164, 171, 172, 185, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193,
194, 195, 198, 200, 203, 213, 215, 216, 217, 218, 219, 221, 222,
223, 225, 229, 231, 232, 238, 245, 247, 257
toolbar, 17, 18, 20, 80, 101, 242, 250
Toolbar, 15, 16, 51, 124, 142, 143, 147, 149, 153, 171, 182, 185,
187, 190, 191, 193, 194, 201, 203, 211, 213, 215, 216, 219, 223
toolbox, 22, 72, 85, 88, 92, 94, 103, 116
Toolbox, 15, 28, 43, 126
tools, 12, 15, 17, 18, 19, 21, 32, 33, 36, 41, 47, 51, 65, 68, 76, 78,
79, 87, 88, 96, 97, 98, 103, 104, 105, 108, 112, 113, 115, 116,
185, 192, 193, 213, 215, 219, 231
tool's, 24, 34, 45, 86
Tools, 15, 31, 116, 144, 189, 196, 238
top, 13, 16, 60, 125, 126, 130, 155, 165
Transform, 144, 145, 168, 251
transparency, 132
transparent, 37, 81, 96, 135, 204
Transparent, 120
Trash, 132
Triangle, 46
trickiest, 179
TRICKS, 239
TROUBLESHOOTING, 235, 238
tweaks, 213, 229
typeface, 162
U
undo, 167
Uninstall, 238
Units, 166
Update, 238
users, 12, 126, 144, 228
V
VAR, 163
Variable, 163, 164
version, 21, 63, 192, 193, 238
versions, 59
Vertical, 43, 44, 156, 252
Vibrance, 177
vibrancy, 145
video, 24, 254, 255, 256, 257, 260, 261, 262
Video, 254, 255, 262
VIDEO, 254, 256, 257, 258, 259, 261
vignette, 253
virtual, 126
visible, 17, 52, 130, 163, 166, 181, 198, 200, 204, 216, 225, 239
visual, 120, 205, 228
W
Wand, 26, 37, 103, 116, 186, 187, 192
warmer, 179
wearing, 79
Web, 62
Weight, 164
white, 152, 179, 180, 200, 201, 204, 208, 210
White, 179, 206, 208
Width, 14, 45, 128, 142, 164
window, 12, 13, 14, 35, 41, 63, 65, 67, 69, 73, 83, 99, 109, 112,
117, 118, 122, 146, 155, 166, 179, 225, 231, 250
Window, 12, 52, 83, 89, 158, 174, 181, 196
windows, 13, 53
Windows, 19, 20, 21, 31, 48, 60, 88, 95, 119, 121, 160, 163, 167,
184
work, 62, 125, 126, 182, 192, 216
workflow, 137
workspace, 51, 52, 76, 103, 107, 109, 117, 157, 158, 174, 181, 188,
189
Workspace, 51, 52, 157
workspaces, 51, 52
Y
yellows, 180
Z
zoom, 13, 14, 47, 48, 86, 108, 146, 147, 148, 149, 216
Zoom, 14, 48, 147, 148
zoomed, 149, 150

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