Adobe Photoshop CC 2014 v.14.xx User Manual

Help and tutorialsADOBE® PHOTOSHOPJanuary 2014

New in Photoshop CC | January 2014With Photoshop, you can print any compatible 3D model without worrying about 3D printer limitations. In preparation

To the topKeys for the Brush panelpanelSwitch between timecode and framenumbers (current time view)Alt + click the current-time display inthe upper-le

To the topKeys for the Channels panelIf you prefer channel shortcuts starting with Ctrl/Command + 1 for red, choose Edit > Keyboard Shortcuts, and

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topKeys for the Clone Source panelKeys for the Color panelKeys for the History panelKeys for the Info panelResult

To the topKeys for the Layers panelResult Windows Mac OSChange color readout modes Click eyedropper icon Click eyedropper iconChange measurement units

Merge all visible layers to a new layerabove the currently selected layerAlt + Merge Visible command from thePanel pop-up menuOption + Merge Visible c

Note:To the topTo the topTo the topIf Kotoeri is your Japanese language input method, the “Toggle rubylith mode for layer mask on/off” shortcut starts

To the topKeys for the Swatches panelKeys for 3D tools (Photoshop Extended)To scale on the Y plane, hold down the Shift key.Result Windows Mac OSCreat

To the topTo the topTo the topKeys for measurement (Photoshop Extended)Keys for DICOM files (Photoshop Extended)Keys for Extract and Pattern Maker (op

Fit in window Control + 0 Command + 0Zoom in Control + + (plus) Command + + (plus)Zoom out Control + - (hyphen) Command + - (hyphen)Cycle through cont

To the topFunction keysSet strength of Cleanup or EdgeTouch-up tool0–9 0–9Hold down Shift to decrease/increase by 10Result (Pattern Maker only) Window

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Using toolsTo the topSelecting and displaying toolsUsing the options barTool presetsWhen you start Photoshop, the Tools panel appears at the left of t

StandardPreciseNormal Brush TipFull Size Brush TipShow Crosshair In Brush TipShow Only Crosshair While Painting1. Choose Edit > Preferences > G

To the topTo the topUsing the options barThe options bar appears below the menu bar at the top of the workspace. The options bar is context sensitive—

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Undo and historyTo the topTo the topNote:To the topNote:To the topTo the topUse the Undo or Redo commandsRevert to the last saved versionRestore part

To the topA progress bar indicates that an operation is being performed. You can interrupt the operation or have the program notify you when it has fi

By default, selecting a state and then changing the image eliminates all states that come after it.If you select a state and then change the image, el

Automatically Create First SnapshotAutomatically Create New Snapshot When SavingAllow Non-Linear HistoryShow New Snapshot Dialog By DefaultMake Layer

ConciseDetailedTo the topNote:Full DocumentMerged LayersCurrent LayerIncludes the text that appears in the History panel in addition to the Sessions i

To the top10 color samplers instead of 4. You can now change all color samplers in the Info palette at the same time The Missing Fonts dialog has a Do

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RulersTo the topTo the topTo the topAbout rulersChange a ruler’s zero originChange the unit of measurementAbout rulersRulers help you position images

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Positioning with the Ruler toolTo the topNote:Position with the Ruler toolPosition with the Ruler toolThe Ruler tool helps you position images or el

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Placing Photoshop images in other applicationsTo the topTo the topPrepare images for page-layout programsUse Photoshop artwork in Adobe IllustratorCre

To the topFor more information, see Reduce camera shake blurring. Camera shake reduction UI improvementsOther enhancementsIncreased stability while sa

To the topNote:Adobe Illustrator can both open or place Photoshop files; you do not need to save or export your Photoshop image to a different file fo

To the topTo the topTo the topFor Path, choose the path you want to save.For Flatness, leave the flatness value blank to print the image using the pri

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Placing filesTo the topNote:Place a file in PhotoshopPlace PDF or Illustrator files in PhotoshopPaste Adobe Illustrator art into PhotoshopThe Place co

To the topNote:Bounding BoxMedia BoxCrop BoxBleed BoxTrim BoxArt BoxTo the toprasterization, select the Anti-alias option. To produce a hard-edged tra

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Metadata and notesTo the topTo the topAbout metadataNotesAbout metadataMetadata is a set of standardized information about a file, such as author name

AuthorColor2. In the Options bar, enter or specify the following as needed:Specifies the note author’s name.Selects the color for the note icon. Click

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Grid and guidesTo the topNote:Position with guides and the gridPosition with guides and the gridGuides and the grid help you position images or elemen

Photoshop features an intelligent mechanism to automatically reduce image blurring caused by camera motion. If necessary, you can adjustadvanced setti

Dragging to create a horizontal guideHold down Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac OS), and drag from the vertical ruler to create a horizontal guide.Drag fr

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Companion appsNote:To the topNote:Note:Connecting Photoshop companion apps to PhotoshopUsing Adobe NavUsing Adobe Color LavaUsing Adobe EazelTo troubl

Note:To the topNote:3. In the Password field, enter a six-digit password.4. Select Enable Remote Connections and then click OK.Companion app wireless

Note:Note:Adobe Nav must be connected to Photoshop. For instructions on how to connect Adobe Nav to Photoshop, see Connecting Photoshop companionapps

To the topNote:Adobe Nav Document mode displays image files that are currently open in Photoshop.To enter Document mode, tap at the bottom of the ap

Mix colors in Adobe Color LavaTo mix colors in Adobe Color Lava, select colors from the sample wells and then “paint” with your finger on the canvas.T

Send To PhotoshopE-mailTo the topNote:To see the RGB, HSL, and hexadecimal values for each swatch in a theme, double-tap the theme.Adobe Color Lava th

Note:Brush sampleThumb controlIndex finger controlThird finger controlFourth finger controlFifth finger control Adobe Eazel for Photoshop. A. Brush sa

Note:3. Touch the canvas again to set another option or start painting.Choose colors in Adobe EazelAdobe Eazel keeps five color swatches in a palette

Original uncropped imageSharp resized image with details preservationShare your work on Behance New in Photoshop CC8

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Customizing keyboard shortcutsNote:To the topApplication MenusPanel MenusToolsDefine new keyboard shortcutsClear shortcuts from a command or toolDelet

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Plug-insAbout plug-in modulesPlug-in modules are software programs developed by Adobe Systems and by other software developers in conjunction with Ado

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Productivity enhancements (JDI's) in CS6Note:To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the top Photoshop CS6 introduces over 60 productivity enh

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topAdded option to ignore adjustment layers to Sample menu in options barAdded option to samp

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topAdded Basic and Advanced user interface modesImproved Mac cursor visibilityAdded option to

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Key shortcutsTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topPrintBlur gallery (Field, Iris, Tilt-Shift)LiquifyCrop toolAdaptive Wide AngleThis list covers so

Note:Note:You can upload your creative images as work-in-progress to Behance directly from within Photoshop. Behance is the leading online platform to

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PresetsTo the topTo the topText OnlySmall Thumbnail or Large ThumbnailSmall List or Large ListStroke ThumbnailMigrate presets from earlier versions of

Note:Note: Rearranging tool presets in the Preset ManagerTo delete a preset in the Preset Manager, select the preset and click Delete. You can always

Do one of the following:Select a preset item, and click Delete.Alt-click (Windows) or Option-click (Mac OS) the items you want to delete.Create a new

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Image and color basics158

Resizing images | CC, CS6To the topThe Image Size command in Photoshop CC includes a method to preserve details and provide better sharpness while enl

Note:AutomaticPreserve Details (enlargement)Bicubic Smoother (enlargement)Bicubic Sharper (reduction)Bicubic (smoother gradients)Alt-click (Windows) o

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Image essentialsNote:To the topNote:To the topTo the topAbout bitmap imagesAbout vector graphicsCombining vector graphics and bitmap imagesColor chann

Note:3D imaging Enhanced in Photoshop CCAlso see 3D features | Creative Cloud-only for Creative Cloud-only features added to Photoshop CS6. These feat

TransparencyImage ResolutionPrinter resolution and screen frequencyTo the topTo the tophow it will look in its final medium (whether commercially prin

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Image size and resolutionTo the topAbout pixel dimensions and printed image resolutionFile sizeAbout monitor resolutionAbout printer resolutionDetermi

To the topTo the top Pixel dimensions equal document (output) size times resolution. A. Original dimensions and resolution B. Decreasing the resolutio

To the topNote:To the topNote: A 620- by 400-pixel image displayed on monitors of various sizes and resolutions.When preparing images for viewing on-s

DraftGoodBestTo the topNote:To the top2. Click Auto.3. For Screen, enter the screen frequency for the output device. If necessary, choose a differen

Nearest NeighborBilinearBicubicBicubic SmootherBicubic SharperTo the topTo the topKeep in mind that resampling can result in poorer image quality. For

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Acquiring images from cameras and scannersTo the topTo the topNote:Acquiring digital images from camerasImport images from a digital camera using WIA

To the topNote:Importing scanned imagesTo import scanned images, either open TIFF files saved from separate scanning software, or use a TWAIN or WIA i

3D panelPhotoshop CC features a revamped 3D panel that makes it easier for you to work with 3D objects. Modeled after the Layers panel, the redesigned

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Creating, opening, and importing imagesTo the topNote:WhiteBackground ColorTransparentTo the topCreate an imageDuplicate an imageOpen filesOpen PDF fi

To the topNote:Note:Duplicate an imageYou can duplicate an entire image (including all layers, layer masks, and channels) into available memory withou

Note:Note:To the topNote:Note:Bounding BoxTo specify the number of files listed in the Open Recent menu, change the Recent File List Contains option i

Note:Media BoxCrop BoxBleed BoxTrim BoxArt BoxResolutionModeBit DepthTo the topBounding Box will not crop white space that is part of a background cre

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Viewing imagesTo the topTo the topChange the screen modeView another area of an imageUse the Rotate View toolDisable trackpad gestures (Mac OS)Use the

To the topTo the topTo the topDrag the colored box (proxy view area) in the Navigator panel.Use the Rotate View toolYou use the Rotate View tool to ro

To the topNote:Animated ZoomZoom Resizes WindowsZoom With Scroll WheelZoom Clicked Point To CenterTo change the color of the proxy view area, select P

Choose View > Zoom In or View >Zoom Out. The Zoom In or Zoom Out command becomes unavailable when the maximum imagemagnification or reduction is

and halo effects.The streamlined UI design for this filter offers optimized controls for targeted sharpening. Use the sliders for quick adjustments an

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Viewing multiple imagesTo the topCascadeTileFloat in WindowFloat All in WindowsConsolidate All to TabsTo the topView images in multiple windowsMatch z

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Image informationTo the topWork with the Info panelDisplay file information in the document windowWork with the Info panelThe Info panel shows the col

Actual ColorProof ColorA color modeTotal InkOpacityDocument SizesClick the cursor coordinates icon and choose a unit of measurement.3. Select a too

Document ProfileDocument DimensionsScratch SizesEfficiencyTimingCurrent ToolMeasurement ScaleTo the topNote:Note:Version Cuesize including layers and

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High dynamic range imagesTo the topAbout high dynamic range imagesTake photos for HDR imagesFeatures that support 32-bpc HDR imagesMerge images to HDR

To the topTo the topAdjustmentsNote:Blend ModesCreate new 32-bpc documentsEdit menu commandsFile FormatsNote:FiltersImage commandsViewLayersTake photo

ModesPixel Aspect RatioSelectionsToolsTo the topRGB Color, Grayscale, conversion to 8 Bits/Channel or 16 Bits/Channel.Support for square and non-squar

ContentsWhat’s new 1...

Camera Raw Filter (Shift + Ctrl/Cmd + A) in PhotoshopFor more information, see this video on using Camera Raw as a filter in Photoshop.Adobe Camera R

Note:Local Adaptation1. Do one of the following:(Photoshop) Choose File > Automate > Merge To HDR Pro.(Bridge) Select the images you want to us

Edge GlowTone and DetailColorToning CurveNote:Equalize HistogramExposure and GammaHighlight CompressionRadius specifies the size of the local brightne

To the topExposure And GammaHighlight CompressionTo the topIn the upper-right corner of the Merge to HDR Pro dialog box, click the response curve menu

HDR Color Picker A. Preview area B. Adjusted color C. Original color D. 32-bit floating point values E. Intensity slider F. Picked color G. Color sli

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Customizing indexed color tablesTo the topNote:Customize indexed color tablesCustomize indexed color tablesThe Color Table command lets you make chang

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Customizing color pickers and swatchesTo the topTo the topChange the Color PickerAdd and delete color swatchesManage swatch librariesShare swatches be

Note:To the topLoad SwatchesReplace SwatchesName of a color libraryTo the topNew colors are saved in the Photoshop preferences file so that they persi

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The new behavior of the Spot Removal (Camera Raw dialog > Spot Removal tool, or keyboard shortcut B) tool is similar to the Healing Brush inPhotosh

Converting between color modesTo the topNote:To the topNote:Convert an image to another color modeConvert an image to Bitmap modeConvert a color photo

50% ThresholdPattern DitherDiffusion DitherHalftone ScreenNote:Custom PatternTo the topimage resolution appears as both the input and the output resol

Note:To the topTo the topNote:Palette TypeConvert a color photo to Grayscale mode1. Open the photo you want to convert to black-and-white.2. Choose

ExactSystem (Mac OS)System (Windows)WebUniformLocal (Perceptual)Local (Selective)Local (Adaptive)Master (Perceptual)Master (Selective)Master (Adaptive

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Color and monochrome adjustments using channelsTo the topNote:Mix color channelsMix color channelsUsing the Channel Mixer adjustment, you can create h

5. Drag the slider or enter a value for the Constant option.This option adjusts the grayscale value of the output channel. Negative values add more b

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Color modesTo the topTo the topTo the topRGB Color modeCMYK Color modeLab Color modeGrayscale modeBitmap modeDuotone modeIndexed Color modeMultichanne

Note:To the topTo the topTo the topTo the topTo the topPhotoshop PDF, Photoshop Raw, or TIFF formats.The DCS 1.0 and DCS 2.0 formats convert the file

The Upright feature (Camera Raw dialog > Lens Correction > Manual tab) in Camera Raw enables you to automatically straighten image content.The U

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About colorNote:To the topUnderstanding colorColor models, spaces, and modesAdjusting color hue, saturation, and brightnessFor detailed instructions,

To the topTo the topHueSaturationuse the color wheel to predict how a change in one color component affects other colors and also how changes translat

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Choosing colors in the Color and Swatches panelsTo the topColor panel overviewSelect a color in the Color panelSelect a color in the Swatches panelCol

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Choosing colorsTo the topTo the topTo the topAbout foreground and background colorsChoose colors in the toolboxChoose colors with the Eyedropper toolA

Point Sample3 by 3 Average, 5 by 5 Average, 11 by 11 Average, 31 by 31 Average, 51 by 51 Average, 101 by 101 AverageAll LayersCurrent LayerTo the topR

To the top Adobe Color Picker A. Picked color B. Original color C. Adjusted color D. Out-of-gamut alert icon E. Not a web-safe color alert icon F. Dis

To the topNote:3. (Optional) Select either the S option or B option to display the color’s saturation or brightness in the color field for making fur

Note:You can adjust dimensions, placement, and the corner radii of a rectangle or rounded rectangle shape after it has been created. Each corner canbe

To the top1. Choose Edit > Preferences > General (Windows) or Photoshop > Preferences > General (Mac OS).2. From the HUD Color Picker me

To the topNote:To the topNote:2. Choose an option for selecting a web-safe color:Choose Make Ramp Web Safe from the Color panel menu. Any color you p

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Blending modesTo the topNote:NormalDissolveBehindClearDarkenMultiplyColor BurnLinear BurnLightenBlending mode descriptionsBlending mode examplesThe bl

ScreenColor DodgeLinear Dodge (Add)OverlaySoft LightHard LightVivid LightLinear LightPin LightHard MixNote:DifferenceExclusionSubtractDividedarker tha

HueSaturationColorLuminosityLighter ColorDarker ColorTo the topCreates a result color with the luminance and saturation of the base color and the hue

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High dynamic range imagesTo the topTo the topAbout high dynamic range imagesTake photos for HDR imagesFeatures that support 32-bpc HDR imagesMerge ima

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To the topTo the topSecure the camera to a tripod.Take enough photos to cover the full dynamic range of the scene. You can try taking at least five to

1. Do one of the following:(Photoshop) Choose File > Automate > Merge To HDR Pro.(Bridge) Select the images you want to use and choose Tools &g

To the topTo the topEqualize Histogram Compresses the dynamic range of the HDR image while trying to preserve some contrast. No further adjustments ar

HDR Color PickerA. Preview area B. Adjusted color C. Original color D. 32-bit floating point values E. Intensity slider F. Picked color G. Color slide

; To the topPaint on HDR imagesYou can edit and add effects to HDR/32-bpc images using any of the following Photoshop tools: Brush, Pencil, Pen, Shape

Converting between color modesTo the topTo the topConvert an image to another color modeConvert an image to Bitmap modeConvert a color photo to Graysc

To the topTo the topTo the topcorrect screen frequencies.Enter a value for the screen angle in degrees from -180 to +180. The screen angle refers to t

To convert to indexed color, you must start with an image that is 8 bits per channel and in either Grayscale or RGB mode.1. Choose Image > Mode &g

; Dithering Unless you’re using the Exact color table option, the color table may not contain all the colors used in the image. To simulate colors not

Understanding color managementTo the topTo the topWhy colors sometimes don’t matchWhat is a color management system?Do you need color management?Creat

Warp perspective | Photoshop CCIntroduced in version 14.2To the topTo the topTo the topBackgroundPrerequisite: Enable the graphics processorAdjust per

To the topTo the topDo you need color management?Without a color management system, your color specifications are device-dependent. You might not nee

LayersLayers 101Infinite Skills (Aug. 9, 2012)video-tutorialIntroduction to layers and the Layers panel244

Layer basicsTo the topAbout Photoshop layersPhotoshop Layers panel overviewConvert background and Photoshop layersDuplicate Photoshop layersSample fro

To the topYou use layers to perform tasks such as compositing multiple images, adding text to an image, or adding vector graphic shapes. You can apply

To the topClick the triangle in the upper right corner of the panel.Change the size of Photoshop layer thumbnailsChoose Panel Options from the Layers

Note:To the top3. Click OK.Convert a Photoshop layer into a background1. Select a Photoshop layer in the Layers panel.2. Choose Layer > New >

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Generate image assets from layers | Photoshop CCTo the topNote:Video: Using GeneratorGenerate image assets from layers or layer groupsA web design use

To the top Image asset names are generated from layer names/layer group namesImage asset generation is enabled for the current document. Once enabled,

Note:To the top Rename the appropriate layers/layer groupsA single image asset is generated from the contents of a layer/layer group. For example, th

Define planesBefore you adjust perspective, you must define the planes of the architecture in the image.1. Open the image in Photoshop.2. Select Edit

Ellipse_4.jpg5Ellipse_4.jpg50%Add the desired output image size (relative or in supported formats—px, in, cm, and mm) as a prefix to the asset name. P

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Create Smart Objects | CC, CS6To the topNote:Understanding Smart ObjectsCreate embedded Smart Objects | CC, CS6Create linked smart objects | Photoshop

To the topTo the topNote: (Photoshop CC) A linked Smart Object in the Layers panelCreate embedded Smart Objects | CC, CS6You can create embedded Smart

To change this default behavior, turn off Preferences > General > Always Create Smart Objects While Placing.Update linked Smart ObjectsIf an ext

To the topTo the topTo the topFilter the Layers panel by smart objects | Photoshop CC1. In the Layers panel, select Smart Objects from the filtering

To the topNote:To the topTo the topIn the Properties panel, click Edit Contents. 2. Click OK to close the dialog box.3. Make edits to the source con

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Managing layersTo the topTo the topTo the topTypeShapeRename a layer or groupAssign a color to a layer or groupRasterize layersDelete a layer or group

Fill ContentVector MaskSmart ObjectVideo3D (Extended only)LayerAll LayersNote:To the topTo the topTo the topRasterizes the fill of a shape layer, leav

Warp mode2. Manipulate perspective in one of the several available ways:Move around the corners of the quads (pins) as appropriate. For example, you c

Note:Note:Note:Note:You cannot use an adjustment or fill layer as the target layer for a merge.In addition to merging layers, you can stamp them. Stam

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Selecting, grouping, and linking layersTo the topNote:Select layersGroup and link layersShow layer edges and handlesSelect layersYou can select one or

To the topRight-click (Windows) or Control-click (Mac OS) in the image, and choose a layer from the context menu. The context menu lists all thelayers

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Moving, stacking, and locking layersTo the topNote:To the topTo the topChange the stack order of layers and groupsMove the content of layersRotate a l

To the topNote:Lock Transparent Pixels Lock Image Pixels Lock Position Note:3. Choose Edit > Transform > Rotate. A box defining the boundaries

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The selected edge is straightened. Also, the straightening of the edge is preserved during further perspective manipulation.Shift-click the edge agai

Layer opacity and blendingTo the topNote:To the topNote:Specify overall and fill opacity for selected layersSpecify a blending mode for a layer or gro

To the topNote:1. Select a layer or group from the Layers panel.2. Choose a blending mode:From the Layers panel, choose an option from the Blend Mod

To the topNote:To the topAdvanced blending optionsSelect Transparency Shapes Layers to restrict layer effects and knockouts to opaque areas of the lay

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Layer effects and stylesTo the topTo the topNote:About layer effects and stylesApply preset stylesLayer Style dialog box overviewApply or edit a custo

To the topChoose Window > Styles.Apply a preset style to a layerNormally, applying a preset style replaces the current layer style. However, you ca

To the topNote:Layer Style dialog box. Click a check box to apply the current settings without displaying the effect’s options. Click an effect name t

To the topAltitudeAngleAnti-aliasBlend ModeChokeColorContourDistanceDepthUse Global LightGloss ContourGradientHighlight or Shadow ModeJitterLayer Knoc

NoiseOpacityPatternPositionRangeSizeSoftenSourceSpreadStyleTechniqueTextureTo the topSpecifies the number of random elements in the opacity of a glow

To the topWhen you create custom layer styles, you can use contours to control the shape of Drop Shadow, Inner Shadow, Inner Glow, Outer Glow, Bevelan

Arrow keysHLW Straighten vertically Automatically straighten both vertically and horizontally Straighten horizontally and vertically3. Once

To the topTo the topChoose Layer > Layer Style > Global Light. In the Global Light dialog box, enter a value or drag the angle radius to set the

To the topTo the topTo the topIn the Layers panel, Alt-drag (Windows) or Option-drag (Mac OS) a single layer effect from one layer to another to dupli

Note:To the topimage layers, you can enhance the result by painting or applying commands and filters. However, you can no longer edit the layer style

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Layer compsTo the topNote:To the topAbout layer compsCreate a layer compApply and view layer compsChange and update a layer compClear layer comp warni

To the topTo the topTo the topTo the top4. Click OK. The options you chose are stored as defaults for your next comp.To duplicate a comp, select a co

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Knockout to reveal content from other layersTo the topNote:Note:Create a knockoutCreate a knockoutKnockout options let you specify which layers “punch

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Create and manage layers and groupsTo the topNameUse Previous Layer to Create Clipping MaskColorModeOpacityFill With Mode-Neutral ColorNote:Create lay

Customizing color pickers and swatches 200...

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Note:To the topTo the top2. Move, scale, or rotate the imported image. (See Place a file in Photoshop.)3. Press Enter or Return.By default, Photosho

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Combine images with Auto-Blend LayersTo the topPanoramaStack ImagesAuto blend layersAuto blend layersUse the Auto-Blend Layers command to stitch or co

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Blending modesTo the topNote:NormalDissolveBehindClearDarkenMultiplyColor BurnLinear BurnLightenBlending mode descriptionsBlending mode examplesThe bl

ScreenColor DodgeLinear Dodge (Add)OverlaySoft LightHard LightVivid LightLinear LightPin LightHard MixNote:DifferenceExclusionSubtractDividedarker tha

HueSaturationColorLuminosityLighter ColorDarker ColorTo the topCreates a result color with the luminance and saturation of the base color and the hue

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Applying Smart FiltersTo the topTo the topAbout Smart FiltersApply a Smart FilterEdit a Smart FilterHide Smart FiltersReorder, duplicate, or delete Sm

Note:To the topNote:To the topTo the topChoose a filter from the Filter menu. You can choose any filter, including third-party filters that support Sm

Print 3D objects | Photoshop CCIntroduced in version 14.2To the topNote:Preparing to print 3D objectsPreviewing and printing the 3D object3D print uti

Note:To the topNote:Reorder, duplicate, or delete Smart FiltersYou can reorder Smart Filters in the Layers panel, duplicate them, or delete Smart Filt

Note:3. Do one of the following:To hide portions of the filter, paint the mask with black.To show portions of the filter, paint the mask with white.T

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Aligning layersTo the topTop Edges Vertical Centers Bottom Edges Left Edges Horizontal Centers Right Edges To the topTop Edges Align objects on differ

Vertical Centers Bottom Edges Left Edges Horizontal Centers Right Edges To the topNote:AutoPerspectiveSpaces the layers evenly, starting from the vert

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Masking layers with vector masksNote:Add and edit vector masksA vector mask is a resolution independent path that clips out the contents of the layer.

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5. Select a local printer or a Shapeways.com printer profile.To view estimated prices for printing the 3D model using available Shapeways.com profile

Revealing layers with clipping masksNote:A clipping mask lets you use the content of a layer to mask the layers above it. The masking is determined by

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Masking layersTo the topNote:About layer and vector masksAdd layer masksUnlinking layers and masksDisable or enable a layer maskApply or delete a laye

To the top Background painted with black; description card painted with gray; basket painted with whiteA vector mask creates a sharp-edged shape on a

To the topTo the topTo create a mask that hides the entire layer, Alt-click (Windows) or Option-click (Mac OS) the Add Layer Mask button, or chooseLay

To the topNote:To the topDisable or enable a layer maskDo one of the following:Select the layer containing the layer mask you want to disable or enabl

To the topTo the topChange the layer mask rubylith color or opacity1. Do one of the following:(CS5) Double-click the layer mask thumbnail.Double-clic

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SelectingRefine a selectionInfinite Skills (Aug. 9, 2012)video-tutorialRefine a selection or mask edgeSelecting areas of a photovideo2brain (May. 7, 2

To the topTo the topPreviewing and printing the 3D objectOnce you're done specifying the 3D print settings, follow these steps:1. Click the Start

Making selectionsTo the topNote:To the topAbout selecting pixelsSelect, deselect, and reselect pixelsAbout selecting pixelsA selection isolates one or

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Adjusting pixel selectionsTo the topNote:Move, hide, or invert a selectionAdjust selections manuallyExpand or contract a selection by a specific numbe

To the topChoose View > Extras. This command shows or hides selection edges, grids, guides, target paths, slices, annotations, layer borders, count

To the topTo the top2. Using any selection tool, do one of the following:Select the Intersect With Selection option in the options bar, and drag.Ho

To the topNote:To the topTo the toppixels creates a new, soft-edged selection that extends 10 pixels inside the original selection border and 10 pixel

View ModeRefine Radius and Erase Refinements toolsSmart RadiusRadiusVideo tutorial: Quickly creating refined selectionsVideo tutorial: Using improve

SmoothFeatherContrastShift EdgeDecontaminate ColorsNote:AmountOutput ToTo the topAnti-aliasingNote:FeatheringNote:Reduces irregular areas (“hills and

Note:To the topSelect pixels using anti-aliasing1. Select the Lasso tool, the Polygonal Lasso tool, the Magnetic Lasso tool, the Elliptical Marquee t

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Moving, copying, and deleting selected pixelsTo the topTo the topNote:CopyCopy MergedPastePaste In PlaceMove a selectionCopy selectionsCopy between ap

Paste Into or Paste Outside Pastes a copied selection into or outside another selection in any image. The source selection is pasted onto a newlayer,

Note:To the topIf you’re pasting outside, select an area smaller than the copied selection.3. Do either of the following:Choose Edit > Paste Speci

Note:Smart ObjectPixelsPathsShape LayerNote:Note:copy artwork between Photoshop and Illustrator by dragging and dropping.In some cases, the contents o

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Saving selections and alpha channel masksTo the topNote:To the topAbout masks and alpha channelsCreate and edit alpha channel masksSave and load selec

Masked areasSelected AreasSpot ColorColorYou can create a new alpha channel and then use painting tools, editing tools, and filters to create a mask f

To the topDocumentChannelReplace Channel optionselections:replacing in channelReplace ChannelPaint on a channel to mask image areasWhen the new channe

selections:adding to channelAdd to Channelselections:subtracting from channelSubtract From ChannelIntersect With Channel optionselections:intersecting

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Create Smart Objects | CC, CS6To the topNote:Understanding Smart ObjectsCreate embedded Smart Objects | CC, CS6Create linked smart objects | Photoshop

Selecting with the lasso toolsTo the topTo the topSelect with the Lasso toolSelect with the Polygonal Lasso toolSelect with the Magnetic Lasso toolSel

To the top Selection options A. New B. Add To C. Subtract From D. Intersect With 3. (Optional) Set feathering and anti-aliasing in the options bar. S

WidthContrastFrequencyStylus PressureA. New B. Add To C. Subtract From D. Intersect With 3. (Optional) Set feathering and anti-aliasing in the option

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Selecting with the marquee toolsRectangular Marquee Elliptical Marquee Single Row or Single Column MarqueeNormalFixed RatioFixed SizeThe marquee tools

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Extract an object from its backgroundTo the topTo the topNote:Brush SizeHighlightFillUse the more effective and flexible Refine Edge commandUse the ol

Smart HighlightingNote:Textured ImageSmoothChannelForce ForegroundNote:ShowDisplaySelect this option if you are highlighting a well-defined edge. The

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Duplicate, split, and merge channelsTo the topNote:Duplicate channelsSplit channels into separate imagesMerge channelsDuplicate channelsYou can copy a

To the topTo the topNote: (Photoshop CC) A linked Smart Object in the Layers panelCreate embedded Smart Objects | CC, CS6You can create embedded Smart

To the topTo the topNote:3. Do one of the following:Drag the channel from the Channels panel into the destination image window. The duplicated channe

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Create a temporary quick maskTo the topNote:Creating and editing a quick maskChange Quick Mask optionsCreating and editing a quick maskTo use Quick Ma

To the topMasked AreasSelected Areas Painting in Quick Mask mode A. Original selection and Quick Mask mode with green chosen as mask color B. Painting

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Channel calculationsTo the topTo the topNote:Blending layers and channelsBlend channels with the Apply Image commandBlend channels with the Calculatio

To the topNote:To the top7. Enter an Opacity value to specify the effect’s strength.8. To apply the results only to opaque areas in the result layer

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Channel basicsTo the topNote:To the topAbout channelsChannels panel overviewShow or hide a channelShow color channels in colorSelect and edit channels

To the topTo the topTo the topChoose Windows > Channels.Resize or hide channel thumbnailsChoose Panel Options from the Channels panel menu. Click a

To change this default behavior, turn off Preferences > General > Always Create Smart Objects While Placing.Update linked Smart ObjectsIf an ext

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Selecting a color range in an imageTo the topSelectionImageSelect a range of colorsFrom an expert: Adjusting skin tonesSave Skin Tones settings as a p

NoneGrayscaleBlack MatteWhite MatteQuick Mask Sampling colorTo adjust the selection:To add colors, select the plus eyedropper, and click in the previe

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Making quick selectionsTo the topSample All LayersAuto-EnhanceSelect with the Quick Selection toolSelect with the Magic Wand toolSelect with the Quick

To the topToleranceAnti-aliasedContiguousSample All LayersTo subtract from a selection, click the Subtract from option in the options bar, then drag o

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Image adjustmentsAuto color correctionsKelby (May. 7, 2012)video-tutorialOne-click corrections to common image issues.Using adjustment layersvideo2bra

Warp perspective | Photoshop CCIntroduced in version 14.2To the topTo the topTo the topBackgroundPrerequisite: Enable the graphics processorAdjust per

Define planesBefore you adjust perspective, you must define the planes of the architecture in the image.1. Open the image in Photoshop.2. Select Edi

To the topTo the topTo the topFilter the Layers panel by smart objects | Photoshop CC1. In the Layers panel, select Smart Objects from the filtering p

Warp mode2. Manipulate perspective in one of the several available ways:Move around the corners of the quads (pins) as appropriate. For example, you

The selected edge is straightened. Also, the straightening of the edge is preserved during further perspective manipulation.Shift-click the edge agai

Arrow keysHLW Straighten vertically Automatically straighten both vertically and horizontally Straighten horizontally and vertically3. Once

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Note:To the topIf no corrections seem to be applied to the image in the Shake Reduction dialog, ensure that the Preview option in the right-pane isena

3. Add more blur traces if necessary.Create a blur trace using the Blur Direction Tool1. Select the Blur Direction Tool () from the left panel.2. D

Results for two blur traces displayed side-by-sideWhile previewing the results for two blur traces side-by-side, you can quickly adjust Smoothing and

To the topNote: Saving and loading blur tracesAdvanced blur trace settingsAdvanced blur trace settings help you further fine-tune camera shake reducti

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To the topNote:To the topTo the topIn the Properties panel, click Edit Contents.2. Click OK to close the dialog box.3. Make edits to the source conten

Adjusting image sharpness and blur | CC, CS6To the topNote:To the topVideo | Sharpening in Photoshop CCSharpening recommendationsSharpen using Smart S

AmountRadiusReduce NoiseRemoveAngleMore AccurateFade AmountTonal WidthRadius (Photoshop CC) Smart Sharpen dialog1. Zoom the document window to 100% t

To the top5. Click OK.Sharpen using Unsharp MaskThe Unsharp Mask sharpens an image by increasing contrast along the edges in an image. The Unsharp Ma

To the top4. Drag the Amount slider or enter a value to determine how much to increase the contrast of pixels. For high-resolution printed images, an

Note: Selecting a channel with the greatest contrastDuplicate the selected channel.With the duplicate channel selected, choose Filter > Stylize >

To the topTo the topAdd lens blurAdds blur to an image to give the effect of a narrower depth of field so that some objects in the image stay in focus

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Understanding color adjustmentsTo the topTo the topBefore making color and tonal adjustmentsCorrecting imagesAdjustments panel overviewColor adjustmen

To the top3. Adjust the color balance to remove unwanted color casts or to correct oversaturated or undersaturated colors. See Color adjustmentcomman

3. (Optional) Do any of the following:To toggle the visibility of the adjustment, click the Toggle Layer Visibility button .To return the adjustment

Selecting a color range in an image 364...

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To the topAdjust Levels AutoLevels commandCurves commandExposure commandVibrance commandPhoto Filter commandColor Balance commandHue/Saturation comman

Note:To the topTo the topTo the topClick an adjustment icon in the Adjustments panel. In CS5, you can also select an adjustment preset in the Adjustme

To the topAlthough you can perform all color and tonal corrections in RGB mode and most adjustments in CMYK mode, choose a mode carefully. Avoidmultip

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Levels adjustmentTo the topTo the topLevels overviewFrom an expert: Levels commandAdjust tonal range using LevelsAdjust color using LevelsAdd contrast

Note:Note:Note:The outer two Input Levels sliders map the black point and white point to the settings of the Output sliders. By default, the Output sl

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Targeting images for pressTo the topTo the topTo the topSetting highlight and shadow target valuesUsing Levels to preserve highlight and shadow detail

When you select Levels or Curves, the Eyedropper tool is active outside the Properties panel (CC, CS6) or Adjustments panel (CS5).You still have acc

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Generate image assets from layers | Photoshop CCTo the topNote:Video: Using GeneratorGenerate image assets from layers or layer groupsA web design use

Viewing histograms and pixel valuesTo the topTo the topAbout histogramsHistogram panel overviewView the histogram for a multilayered documentPreview h

Expanded ViewCompact ViewAll Channels View Histogram panel (Expanded view) A. Channel menu B. panel menu C. Uncached Refresh button D. Cached Data War

MeanStd Dev (Standard deviation)Medianpixels:histogram display ofPixelsLevelView a specific channel in the histogramIf you chose the Expanded View or

CountPercentileCache LevelTo the topEntire ImageSelected LayerAdjustment CompositeTo the topNote:To the topShows the total number of pixels correspond

Note:To the topA higher cache level setting will increase the redraw speed for large, multi-layer files, but requires additional usage of system RAM.

To the topNote:To the top3. If you selected the Color Sampler tool , place up to four color samplers on the image. Click where you want to place a s

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Matching, replacing, and mixing colorsTo the topMatching colorsReplacing colorsMixing colors selectivelyMatching colorsMatch the color in different im

In the Image Statistics area, select Use Selection In Source To Calculate Colors if you made a selection in the source image and want touse the colors

To the top8. To adjust the range of color pixel values in the target layer, adjust the Color Intensity slider. Alternatively, enter a value in the Co

To the top Image asset names are generated from layer names/layer group namesImage asset generation is enabled for the current document. Once enabled,

SelectionImage1. Select the object you want to change. The Quick Selection tool often produces good results. For additional techniques, see Select a

Note:Continuous exposed by the mask.5. To refine the selection, do any of the following:Shift-click or use the Add To Sample Eyedropper tool to add

Once Background Swatch DiscontiguousContiguousFind EdgesTo the topNote:Replaces the targeted color only in areas containing the color that you first c

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Making quick tonal adjustmentsTo the topNote:To the topApply the Auto Contrast adjustmentRemove a color cast using Auto ColorSet Auto adjustment optio

Note:To the topEnhance Monochromatic ContrastAuto Levels command:aboutEnhance Per Channel ContrastAuto Color command:aboutFind Dark & Light Colors

Note:To the top4. Select Snap Neutral Midtones if you want Photoshop to find an average nearly-neutral color in an image and then adjust the gamma(mi

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High dynamic range imagesTo the topAbout high dynamic range imagesTake photos for HDR imagesFeatures that support 32-bpc HDR imagesMerge images to HDR

To the topTo the topAdjustmentsNote:Blend ModesCreate new 32-bpc documentsEdit menu commandsFile FormatsNote:FiltersImage commandsViewLayersTake photo

Note:To the top Rename the appropriate layers/layer groupsA single image asset is generated from the contents of a layer/layer group. For example, th

ModesPixel Aspect RatioSelectionsToolsTo the topRGB Color, Grayscale, conversion to 8 Bits/Channel or 16 Bits/Channel.Support for square and non-squar

Note:Local Adaptation1. Do one of the following:(Photoshop) Choose File > Automate > Merge To HDR Pro.(Bridge) Select the images you want to us

Edge GlowTone and DetailColorToning CurveNote:Equalize HistogramExposure and GammaHighlight CompressionRadius specifies the size of the local brightne

To the topExposure And GammaHighlight CompressionTo the topIn the upper-right corner of the Merge to HDR Pro dialog box, click the response curve menu

HDR Color Picker A. Preview area B. Adjusted color C. Original color D. 32-bit floating point values E. Intensity slider F. Picked color G. Color sli

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Applying special color effects to imagesTo the topNote:To the topNote:Note:To the topDesaturate colorsInvert colorsCreate a two-valued black and white

Note:To the topNote:To the topNote:1. Do one of the following:Click the Threshold icon in the Adjustments panel.Choose Layer > New Adjustment La

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Applying the Color Balance adjustmentTo the topNote:To the topNote:Apply the Color Balance adjustmentChange the color balance using the Photo Filter c

Ellipse_4.jpg5Ellipse_4.jpg50%Add the desired output image size (relative or in supported formats—px, in, cm, and mm) as a prefix to the asset name. P

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Adjustment and fill layersTo the topTo the topAbout adjustment and fill layersCreate and confine adjustment and fill layersEdit or merge adjustment an

Adjustment and fill layers A. Adjustment layer confined to “Log home” layer only B. Layer thumbnail C. Fill layer D. Layer mask Create an adjustment

To the topCreate an adjustment or fill layer mask using a selection or path1. In the Layers panel, select the layer to which you want to apply the ad

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Adjust color and tone with Levels and Curves eyedroppersTo the topTo the topNote:Set black and white points using the Eyedropper toolsColor correct us

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Curves adjustmentTo the topNote:To the topCurves overviewFrom an expert: Working with CurvesAdjust image color and tone with CurvesAdd contrast to the

Note:the bottom of the curve upward. Moving a point either up or to the left maps a lower Input value to a higher Output value, and the image lightens

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Note:To remove a control point, do any of the following:Drag the control point off the graph.Select the control point and press Delete.Ctrl-click (Win

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Adjusting image color and toneTo the topNote:To the topTo the topOverview of adjusting image color and toneAdjusting image color and tone with adjustm

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Adjust shadow and highlight detailTo the topNote:Note:Note:Improve shadow and highlight detailThe Shadow/Highlight command is one method for correctin

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Adjusting hue and saturationTo the topNote:Apply a Hue/Saturation adjustmentAdjust color saturation using VibranceAdjust color saturation in image are

Note: Color wheel A. Saturation B. Hue You can also select the On-image adjustment tool in the Adjustments panel (CS5) or the Properties panel (CS6),

To the topNote: Hue/Saturation adjustment slider A. Hue slider values B. Adjusts fall-off without affecting range C. Adjusts range without affecting f

Reduce camera shake blurring | Photoshop CCTo the topTo the topVideo | Using the camera shake reduction filterImages suitable for camera shake reducti

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Adjust HDR exposure and toningNote:Note:ExposureOffsetGammaNote:In Photoshop CS5 and Photoshop CS6, 3D functionality was part of Photoshop Extended. A

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Camera RawCamera Raw 7 plug-inKelby (May. 7, 2012)video-tutorialTap into the latest noise, color, and dynamic range controls.Enhancing Raw imagesvideo

What's new in ACR 8.xTo the topTo the topNote:ACR 8.3ACR 8.1 and 8.2New featureEnhanced featureACR 8.3Adobe Camera Raw now offers the following e

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Introduction to Camera RawTo the topNote:To the topNote:About camera raw filesAbout Camera RawAbout the Digital Negative (DNG) formatProcessing images

To the topTo the topnote: A caution icon appears in the thumbnails and preview image in the Camera Raw dialog box while the preview is generated fro

Save ImageOpen Image or OKDoneCancelTo the topAdjust color.Color adjustments include white balance, tone, and saturation. You can make most adjustment

Note:To the topIf no corrections seem to be applied to the image in the Shake Reduction dialog, ensure that the Preview option in the right-pane isena

Note: Camera Raw dialog box A. Filmstrip B. Toggle Filmstrip C. Camera name or file format D. Toggle full-screen mode E. Image adjustment tabs F. Hist

To the topNote:To the topFine-tune tonality using a Parametric curve and a Point curve.Detail Sharpen images or reduce noise.HSL / Grayscale Fine-tune

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Automatic Perspective Correction in Camera Raw | Photoshop CCStraighten geometrical shapes that appear skewed because of lens distortionNote:To the to

To the top Choose an Upright mode, and make further adjustments with the sliders5. Cycle through the Upright modes until you find the most preferable

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Radial Filter in Camera Raw | Photoshop CCHighlight portions of a photo, or enhance specific regions with localized correctionsTo the topApplying a Ra

To create a Radial Filter, click and drag the mouse across the region, and draw a circular or elliptical shape. This shape determines thearea that is

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Enhanced Spot Removal Tool in Camera Raw | Photoshop CCRemove any unwanted aspects of a photo in simple steps, with the Spot Removal Tool that now beh

3. Add more blur traces if necessary.Create a blur trace using the Blur Direction Tool1. Select the Blur Direction Tool () from the left panel.2. D

To the top5. In the photo, click and drag the part of the photo to retouch.A red-and-white marquee area (red handle) designates your selection.A gree

checkbox (found in the options for the Spot Removal tool), the image is inverted. You can then use the Spot Removal tool in the Visualize Spotsmode, t

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Make color and tonal adjustments in Camera RawTo the topNote:To the topHistogram and RGB levelsPreview highlight and shadow clippingWhite balance cont

Note:To the topNote:White BalanceAs ShotAutoNote:TemperatureNote:To see only the pixels that are being clipped, press Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac OS)

TintTo the topNote:Note: Correcting the white balance A. Moving the Temperature slider to the right corrects a photo taken with a higher color tempera

Exposure (All)Contrast (All)Highlights (PV2012)Shadows (PV2012)Whites (PV2012)Blacks (PV2012)Blacks (PV2010 and PV2003)Recovery (PV2010 and PV2003)Fil

Note:To the topClarityVibranceSaturationTo the topHueSaturationLuminanceGrayscale MixTo the topDrag the Highlights, Lights, Darks, or Shadows slider i

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Manage Camera Raw settingsTo the topTo the topSave image states as snapshotsSave, reset, and load Camera Raw settingsSpecify where Camera Raw settings

Results for two blur traces displayed side-by-sideWhile previewing the results for two blur traces side-by-side, you can quickly adjust Smoothing and

Save SettingsSave New Camera Raw DefaultsReset Camera Raw DefaultsLoad SettingsTo the topNote:Camera Raw DatabaseSidecar “.XMP” FilesNote:these locati

To the topTo the topImage SettingsCamera Raw DefaultsPrevious ConversionPreset namemust check your sidecar files in and out to change camera raw image

Note:To the topTo the topSpaceDepthSize Applying a presetYou can also apply presets from the Presets tab.Export Camera Raw settings and DNG previewsIf

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Rotate, crop, and adjust images in Camera RawTo the topNote:To the topNote:To the topRotate imagesStraighten imagesCrop imagesRemove red-eyeRemove spo

Note:To the topNote:To the topHealCloneTo cancel the crop operation, press Esc with the Crop tool active, or click and hold the Crop tool button and c

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Adjust color rendering for your camera in Camera RawACR versionAdobe StandardCamera MatchingWindows XPWindows VistaWindows 7Mac OSTo the topNote:To th

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Vignette and grain effects in Camera RawTo the topAmountSizeRoughnessTo the topSimulate film grainApply a postcrop vignetteSimulate film grainThe Grai

Warp images, shapes, and paths 545...

To the topNote: Saving and loading blur tracesAdvanced blur trace settingsAdvanced blur trace settings help you further fine-tune camera shake reducti

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Navigate, open, and save images in Camera RawTo the topNote:To the topProcess, compare, and rate multiple imagesAutomating image processingOpen images

To the topTo the topIf you plan to use the action with the Batch command, you may want to use the Save As command and choose the file format when savi

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Correct lens distortions in Camera RawTo the topTo the topTo the topAbout lens correctionsCorrect image perspective and lens flaws automaticallyFrom a

Note:DistortionChromatic AberrationVignettingTo the topDistortionVerticalHorizontalRotateScale1.In the nested Profile tab of the Lens Corrections tab,

Fix Red/Cyan FringeFix Blue/Yellow FringeDefringeAmountMidpointTo the topNote:of the image that extend beyond the crop boundary.3. Under Chromatic Ab

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Sharpening and noise reduction in Camera RawTo the topAmountRadiusDetailMaskingTo the topNote:Sharpen photosReduce noiseSharpen photosThe sharpening c

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Make local adjustments in Camera RawTo the topTo the topNote:Temp (PV2012)Tint (PV2012)Exposure (All)Highlights (PV2012)Shadows (PV2012)About local ad

Brightness (PV2010 and PV2003)Contrast (All)Saturation (All)Clarity (All)Sharpness (All)Noise Reduction (PV2012)Moiré Reduction (PV2012)Defringe (PV20

Note:To the topNote:Temp (PV2012)Tint (PV2012)Exposure (All)Highlights (PV2012)to Add.6. (Optional) Refine the adjustment by doing any of the followi

Shadows (PV2012)Brightness (PV2010 and PV2003)Contrast (All)Saturation (All)Clarity (All)Sharpness (All)Noise Reduction (PV2012)Moiré Reduction (PV201

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Repair and restorationUsing Content-Aware PatchLynda.com (May. 7, 2012)video-tutorialSeamlessly repair imperfections.Using Content-Aware Move and Exte

Content-Aware Patch and MoveTo the topPatchAdaptationSample All LayersTo the topContent-Aware PatchContent-Aware MoveFor information about using the P

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Retouching and repairing imagesTo the topTo the topAbout the Clone Source panelRetouch with the Clone Stamp toolSet sample sources for cloning and hea

Share your work on Behance | Photoshop CCNote:Note:To the topYou can upload your creative images as work-in-progress to Behance directly from within P

AlignedSampleNote:Note:To the top3. To specify how you want to align the sampled pixels and how to sample data from the layers in your document, set a

To the topScale or rotate the sample source1. Select the Clone Stamp or Healing Brush tool and set one or more source samples.2. In the Clone Source

Note:ModeSourceAlignedSampleNote:transparency, and shading of the sampled pixels to the pixels being healed. As a result, the repaired pixels blend se

To the topProximity MatchCreate TextureContent-AwareThe sampled pixels are melded with the existing pixels each time you release the mouse button.If t

To the topNote:Patch an areaThe Patch tool lets you repair a selected area with pixels from another area or a pattern. Like the Healing Brush tool, th

Note:To the topPupil SizeDarken Amount4. To extract texture with a transparent background from the sampled area, select Transparent. Deselect this op

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Correcting image distortion and noiseTo the topTo the topCorrectionAbout lens distortionCorrect lens distortion and adjust perspectiveReduce image noi

Search CriteriaLens ProfilesRemove DistortionFix Fringe settingsVignette AmountVignette MidpointVertical PerspectiveHorizontal PerspectiveThe Edge men

AngleNote:ScaleTo the topRotates the image to correct for camera tilt or to make adjustments after correcting perspective. You can also use the Straig

4. If you have a feedback circle on Behance, you can choose to share your work just with the members of that circle.5. On the Select Cover Image scree

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Reshaping and transformingNew Crop toolLynda.com (Oct. 7, 2012)video-tutorialInteractive previews help you precisely trim images down to size.Wide-ang

Transforming objectsTo the topNote:From an expert: Free Transform commandApply transformationsSelect an item to transformSet or move the reference poi

ScaleRotateSkewDistortPerspectiveWarpRotate 180, Rotate 90 CW, Rotate 90 CCWFlipTo the topNote:To the topA. Original image B. Layer flipped C. Selecti

To the topNote:Note:All transformations are performed around a fixed point called the reference point. By default, this point is at the center of the

To the topNote:To the topTo the topTo the topNote:6. (Optional) If you want to warp the image, click the Switch Between Free Transform And Warp Mode

2. Do one of the following:Choose Edit > Free Transform.If you are transforming a selection, pixel-based layer, or selection border, choose the Mov

Note:To the topWhen you transform a bitmap image (versus a shape or path), the image becomes slightly less sharp each time you commit atransformation;

Note:To the topTo the manipulate the shape, drag the control points, a segment of the bounding box or mesh, or an area within the mesh. Whenadjusting

ModeDensityExpansionShow MeshDetermines the overall elasticity of the mesh.Choose Distort for a highly elastic mesh good for warping wide-angle images

7. Click View & Share On Behance to sync with social networks, such as Twitter, Facebook, and Linkedin. The next time you upload an image,you can

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Adjusting crop, rotation, and canvasTo the topCrop imagesTransform perspective while cropping | CS5Crop and straighten scanned photosStraighten an ima

Cropped AreaNote:Crop Guide OverlayShield4. If necessary, adjust the cropping marquee:To move the marquee to another position, place the pointer insid

To the topNote:Bottom Right Pixel Color to remove an area the color of the lower right pixel from the image.3. Select one or more areas of the image

To the topTo the topTo the topPress Enter (Windows) or Return (Mac OS), click the Commit button in the options bar, or double-click inside the cropp

180°90° CW90° CCWArbitraryFlip Canvas Horizontal or VerticalNote:To the topRotating images A. Flip Horizontal B. Original image C. Flip Vertical D. Ro

Note:To the top3. For Anchor, click a square to indicate where to position the existing image on the new canvas.4. Choose an option from the Canvas

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Crop and straighten photos | CC, CS6To the topSize and proportionsViewCrop OptionsUse Classic modeAuto-center previewShow Cropped AreaEnable crop shie

Delete cropped pixelsTo the topNote:To the topAuto Adjust Opacity, the opacity is reduces when you edit the crop boundaries.Disable this option to app

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To the topTo the topRotate the image using the crop tool to straighten itTo straighten an image do one of the following:Place the pointer a little out

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Warp images, shapes, and pathsTo the topWarp an itemPuppet WarpWarp an itemThe Warp command lets you drag control points to manipulate the shape of im

Note:To the topModeDragging a control point to warp the meshTo the manipulate the shape, drag the control points, a segment of the bounding box or mes

DensityExpansionShow MeshDetermines the spacing of mesh points. More Points increases precision but requires more processing time; Fewer Points does t

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Vanishing PointTo the topVanishing Point dialog box overviewWork in Vanishing PointExport measurements, textures, and 3D informationAbout perspective

Edit Plane tool Create Plane tool Marquee tool Stamp tool Brush tool Transform tool Eyedropper tool Measure tool Vanishing Point dialog box A. Vanish

Zoom tool Hand toolTo the topMeasures distances and angles of an item in a plane. See also Measure in Vanishing Point (Photoshop Extended)Magnifies or

To the topBy default, the Create Plane tool is selected. Click in the preview image to define the corner nodes. Try to use a rectangle object in the

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To the topTo the top1. Open the Vanishing Point menu and choose either Export to DXF or Export To 3DS.2. In the Export DXF or Export 3DS dialog box,

Note:Overlapping planesCreate related perspective planesAfter creating a plane in Vanishing Point, you can create (tear off) additional planes that sh

Note:BlueRedYellowNote:Note:To the topTo the topOnce you create a new (child) plane from an existing (parent) plane, you can no longer adjust the angl

Note:FeatherOpacitySelections can be helpful when you’re painting or retouching to correct flaws, add elements, or enhance an image. In Vanishing Poin

Heal menuNote:obscure or reveal the image underneath.Choose a blending mode if you plan to use a selection to move image content. This option determin

To the topTo the topTransform tool optionsTo scale a floating selection, make sure that it is in a perspective plane. Select the Transform tool and mo

To the topNote:2. Alt-drag (Windows) or Option-drag (Mac OS) the selection with the Marquee tool to create a copy of the selection and its image pixel

Note:To the topTo the topThe image conforms to the perspective of the plane.After pasting the image in Vanishing Point, do not click anywhere in the i

To the topNote:painting obscures or reveals the image beneath it).3. Choose a blending mode from the Heal menu:To prevent the strokes from blending w

3. (Optional) Draw additional measurements.The size of these measurements are scaled to the size of your initial measurement.4. (Optional) Do one of t

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Liquify filterTo the topLiquify filter overviewLiquify filter enhancements | Creative Cloud onlyApplying Liquify as a smart filter | Creative Cloud on

To the topTo the topTo the topForward Warp tool Reconstruct tool Twirl Clockwise tool Pucker tool Bloat tool Navigate in the preview imageSelect the H

Push Left tool (CS5) Mirror tool (CS5) Turbulence tool Brush SizeBrush DensityBrush PressureBrush Rate(CS5) Turbulent Jitter(CS5) Reconstruct ModeStyl

To the topUsing the Freeze Mask toolUsing an existing selection, mask, or transparency channelFreezing all thawed areasInverting thawed and frozen are

Subtract From Selection Intersect With Selection Invert Selection Note:To the topNote:To the topNote:Shows the mask in the original image, so that you

Showing the backdropShowing changes to the target layer without showing the backdropChanging the blending between the target layer and the backdropDet

RevertRigidStiffSmoothLooseReconstruct part of a distorted image1. Freeze areas you want to keep distorted.2. Select the Reconstruct tool and speci

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Free transformations of images,shapes, and pathsTo the topNote:Transform freelyTransform freelyThe Free Transform command lets you apply transformatio

Share your work on Behance | Photoshop CCNote:Note:To the topYou can upload your creative images as work-in-progress to Behance directly from within P

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Create panoramic images with PhotomergeTo the topTo the topOverlap images sufficientlyAbout PhotomergeTake pictures for PhotomergeCreate a Photomerge

Use one focal lengthKeep the camera levelStay in the same positionAvoid using distortion lensesMaintain the same exposureTo the topNote:FilesFoldersAu

CylindricalSphericalCollageRepositionBlend Images TogetherVignette RemovalGeometric Distortion CorrectionTo the topmatched.Reduces the “bow-tie” disto

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Content-aware scalingTo the topTo the topReference Point Location Use Relative Positioning For Reference Point Resize images and protect contentPreser

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Modify shapes | CC, CS6To the topNote:To the topModify rectangles and rounded rectanglesSet shape stroke optionsModify rectangles and rounded rectangl

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4. If you have a feedback circle on Behance, you can choose to share your work just with the members of that circle.5. On the Select Cover Image scree

About drawingTo the topTo the topShape LayersPathsFill PixelsUnderstanding shapes and pathsDrawing modesUnderstanding shapes and pathsDrawing in Adobe

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Drawing shapesTo the topNote:To the topCreate a shape on a shape layerCreating, editing, and working with shape layersDraw multiple shapes in a layerD

To the topAdd To Shape Area Subtract From Shape Area Intersect Shape Areas Exclude Overlapping Shape Areas To the topPhotoshop team member Jeanne Rubb

To the topTo the topTo the topMode5. Drag within the new shape to create the cutout. When you release the mouse, the image underneath the new shape sh

OpacityAnti-AliasedTo the topArrowheads Start And EndNote:CircleDefined ProportionsDefined SizeFixed SizeFrom CenterIndent Sides ByProportionalDetermi

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Painting toolsTo the topTo the topNote:About painting tools, presets, and optionsPaint with the Brush tool or Pencil toolPaint tool optionsSelecting a

To the topModeOpacityFlowAirbrush Auto eraseTablet pressure buttons To the top4. Set tool options for mode, opacity, and so on, in the options bar.5

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7. Click View & Share On Behance to sync with social networks, such as Twitter, Facebook, and Linkedin. The next time you upload an image,you can

Creating and modifying brushesTo the topBrush panel overviewCreate a brush tip from an imageCreate a brush and set painting optionsStandard brush tip

To the topNote:To the topDisplay the Brush panel and brush options1. Choose Window > Brush. Or, select a painting, erasing, toning, or focus tool,

Note:To the topSizeUse Sample SizeFlip XFlip YAngle6. To save the brush for use later, choose New Brush Preset from the Brush panel menu.To save your

RoundnessHardnessSpacingTo the topAngled brushes create a chiseled strokeSpecifies the ratio between the brush’s short and long axes. Enter a percenta

ShapeBristlesLengthThicknessStiffnessSpacingAngleBrush preview Note:To the topSizeSoftnessShapeSharpen TipSpacingBrush preview To the topSizeDetermi

HardnessDistortionGranularitySpatter SizeSpatter AmountSpacingBrush preview To the topTilt XTilt YRotationPressureTo the topNoiseWet EdgesAirbrush/Bu

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Managing pathsTo the topNote:To the topPaths panel overviewCreate a new path in the Paths panelCreate a new work pathManage pathsPaths panel overviewT

To the topAdd To Path Area Subtract From Path Area Intersect Path Areas Exclude Overlapping Path Areas To the topNote:To create a path without naming

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GradientsTo the topNote:Linear Gradient toolLinear gradientRadial Gradient toolRadial gradientAngular Gradient toolAngle gradientApply a gradient fill

Reflected Gradient toolReflected gradientDiamond Gradient toolDiamond gradientTo the topMirrors the same linear gradient on either side of the startin

Note:Text OnlySmall or Large ThumbnailSmall or Large ListTo the topClick Load to add a library to the current list. Select the library file you want t

To the topGradient Editor dialog box A. Panel menu B. Opacity stop C. Color stops D. Adjust values or delete the selected opacity or color stop E. Mid

Note:To the topTo the topNew presets are saved in a Preferences file. If this file is deleted or damaged, or if you reset presets to the default libra

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Generate a pattern using the Pattern MakerNote:Pattern Maker is an optional plug-in that you can download for Windows or Mac OS.The Pattern Maker filt

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Filling and stroking selections, layers, and pathsjavax.jcr.AccessDeniedException:/content/help/en/photoshop/using/filling-stroking-selections-layers-

To the topForeground Color, Background Color, Black, 50% Gray, or WhiteNote:ColorTo the topIf you’re working on a layer and don’t want to fill transpa

Sync settings using Adobe Creative Cloud | Photoshop CCTo the topTo the topVideo | Syncing presets in Photoshop CCSync settingsManage Sync settingsSee

Content-Awarepatterns:filling selections withPatternNote:HistoryTo the top1. Select the part of the image you want to fill.2. Choose Edit > Fill.

To the topNote:To the topStroke a selection or layer with colorYou can use the Stroke command to paint a colored border around a selection, path, or l

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Drawing with the Pen toolsTo the topTo the topAbout the Pen toolsDraw straight line segments with the Pen toolDraw curves with the Pen toolFinish draw

Note:Note:To the topClicking Pen tool creates straight segments.1. Select the Pen tool.2. Position the Pen tool where you want the straight segment to

Note: Drawing the first point in a curve A. Positioning Pen tool B. Starting to drag (mouse button pressed) C. Dragging to extend direction lines 4.

To the topNote:To the topTo the topFinish drawing a pathComplete a path in one of the following ways:To close a path, position the Pen tool over the f

To the topTo the topA. Straight segment completed B. Positioning Pen tool over endpoint (the Convert Point icon appears only in Illustrator and InDesi

To the topDraw using the magnetic pen optionsThe Magnetic Pen is an option of the Freeform Pen tool that lets you draw a path that snaps to the edges

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Converting between paths and selection bordersTo the topFeather Radiusedges, smoothingsmoothing:selection edgesAnti-aliasedConvert paths to selection

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Brush presetsTo the topNote:DiameterUse Sample SizeHardnessTo the topTo the topSelect a preset brushChange how preset brushes are displayedLoad, save,

To the topNote:You can manage libraries of preset brushes to keep your brushes organized.Change the displayed library of preset brushes1. To load a li

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Blending modesTo the topNote:NormalDissolveBehindClearDarkenMultiplyColor BurnLinear BurnLightenBlending mode descriptionsBlending mode examplesThe bl

ScreenColor DodgeLinear Dodge (Add)OverlaySoft LightHard LightVivid LightLinear LightPin LightHard MixNote:DifferenceExclusionSubtractDividedarker tha

HueSaturationColorLuminosityLighter ColorDarker ColorTo the topCreates a result color with the luminance and saturation of the base color and the hue

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Adding color to pathsTo the topNote:Fill paths with colorStroke paths with colorFill paths with colorA path created with the Pen tool does not become

Tool galleriesNote:To the topWhen you start Photoshop, the Tools panel appears at the left of the screen. Some tools in the Tools panel have options t

Feather RadiusAnti-aliasedTo the topNote:The Mode list includes a Clear mode that lets you erase to transparency. You must be working in a layer other

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Editing pathsTo the topPath segments, components, and pointsSelect a pathReorder pathsDuplicate pathsAdjust path segmentsAdd or delete anchor pointsCo

To the topA path does not have to be one connected series of segments. It can contain more than one distinct and separate path components. Each shapei

Note:To the topTo the topTo the top1. In the Path panel, do any of the following to make the paths visible:Shift-click to select contiguous paths.Ctrl

When you initially draw a smooth point with the Pen tool, dragging the direction point changes the length of the direction line on both sides ofthe po

Note:Note:In Photoshop CC and CS6, adjusting a path segment also adjusts the related segments, letting you intuitively transform path shapes.To only e

To the topNote:To the topNote:Move or nudge anchor points or segments using the keyboard1. Select the anchor point or path segment.2. Click or hold do

To the top3. Position the Convert Point tool over the anchor point you want to convert, and do one of the following:To convert a corner point to a sm

Combine Shapes (CC, CS6) or Add To Shape Area (CS5) Subtract From Shape Area Intersect Shape Areas Exclude Overlapping Shape Areas Note:objects, wheth

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2. Drag the point or its handles to a new location.Merge overlapping path components1. Select the path name in the Paths panel, and select the Path Se

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Creating textured brushesTo the topInvertScaleTexture Each TipModeDepthMinimum DepthDepth Jitter and ControlOffFadeTextured brush optionsCopy textures

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Adding dynamic elements to brushesTo the topNote:Size Jitter and ControlOffFadePen Pressure, Pen Tilt, Stylus WheelAdding brush dynamicsColor dynamics

Minimum DiameterTilt ScaleAngle Jitter and ControlOffFadePen Pressure, Pen Tilt, Stylus Wheel, RotationInitial DirectionDirectionRoundness Jitter and

Foreground/Background Jitter and ControlOffFadePen Pressure, Pen Tilt, Stylus Wheel, RotationHue JitterSaturation JitterBrightness JitterPurityTo the

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Painting with the Mixer BrushCurrent Brush Load swatchPreset pop-up menuWetLoadPaint with the Mixer BrushThe Mixer Brush simulates realistic painting

Workspace basicsTo the topNote:To the topPhotoshop workspaceWorkspace overviewManage windows and panelsSave and switch workspacesHide tool tipsPhotosh

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Erasing parts of an imageTo the topTo the topErase with the Eraser toolChange similar pixels with the Magic Eraser toolChange pixels to transparent wi

To the topNote: Example of erasing similar pixels1. Select the Magic Eraser tool .2. Do the following in the options bar:Enter a tolerance value to

Twitter™ and Facebook posts are not covered under the terms of Creative Commons.Legal Notices | Online Privacy PolicyTo the topChoose a Limits m

Managing pattern libraries and presetsYou can keep your patterns organized in libraries that you can load or remove from pattern pop-up panels.Load a

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Default Illustrator workspace A. Tabbed Document windows B. Application bar C. Workspace switcher D. Panel title bar E. Control panel F. Tools panel

Formatting charactersTo the topNote:To the topSelect charactersCharacter panel overviewAbout Dynamic ShortcutsSpecify type sizeChange the type colorCh

Note:To the topChoose Window > Character, or click the Character panel tab if the panel is visible but not active.With a type tool selected, click

To the topPostScript (72 points/inch)Traditional (72.27 points/inch)To the topSpecify type sizeThe type size determines how large the type appears in

To the topNote:To the topNote:To the topon that layer.Change the color of individual letters1. Select the Horizontal Type tool .2. In the Layers pane

To the topTo the topRegular capital letters (top) compared to small-cap letters (bottom)1. Select the type you want to change.2. Do one of the follo

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Formatting paragraphsTo the topTo the topFormat paragraphsParagraph panel overviewSpecify alignmentSpecify justification for paragraph typeAdjust word

To the topLeft Align TextCenter TextRight Align TextTop Align TextCenter TextBottom Align TextTo the topParagraph panel A. Alignment and justification

Justify Last LeftJustify Last CenteredJustify Last RightJustify AllJustify Last TopJustify Last CenteredJustify Last BottomJustify AllNote:To the topW

Glyph ScalingTo the topIndent Left MarginIndent Right MarginIndent First LineTo the topTo the topThe width of characters (a glyph is any font characte

To the topNote:Note:Note:Note:Note:You can display the tools in the Tools panel in a single column, or side by side in two columns. (This feature is n

Note:To the topWords Longer Than _ LettersAfter First _ Letters And Before Last _ LettersHyphen LimitHyphenation ZoneHyphenate Capitalized Words Parag

Note:To the topNote:To the topHyphenation settings apply only to Roman characters; double-byte characters available in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean f

Twitter™ and Facebook posts are not covered under the terms of Creative Commons.Legal Notices | Online Privacy PolicyTo the topParagraph styles

Line and character spacingTo the topNote:To the topNote:Set leadingKern and trackShift the baselineTurn fractional character widths off or onSet leadi

Note:To the topYou can automatically kern type using metrics kerning or optical kerning. Metrics kerning (also called Auto kerning) uses kern pairs, w

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FontsTo the topWindowsMac OSTo the topAbout fontsPreviewing fontsChoose a font family and styleChange the font on multiple layersAbout missing fonts a

Note: Navigator panel being dragged out to new dock, indicated by blue vertical highlight Navigator panel now in its own dockYou can prevent panels fr

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Note:zone appears.To remove a panel, right-click (Windows) or Control-click (Mac) its tab and then select Close, or deselect it from the Window menu.T

To the topYou can collapse panels to icons to reduce clutter on the workspace. In some cases, panels are collapsed to icons in the default workspace.P

Panel LocationsKeyboard shortcutsMenus or Menu CustomizationNote:(Fireworks) Choose Save Current from the workspace switcher in the Application bar.2.

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Panels and menusTo the topTo the topEnter values in panels, dialog boxes, and the options barWorking with slidersWorking with pop-up panelsDisplay and

To the topRename Tool PresetDelete Tool PresetNote:Using different kinds of pop-up sliders A. Click to open pop-up slider box. B. Drag slider or angle

To the top1. Click the triangle in the upper right corner of the pop-up panel to view the panel menu.2. To return to the default library, choose the

Application MenusPanel MenusNote:Choose Edit > Menus.Choose Window > Workspace > Keyboard Shortcuts & Menus and click the Menus tab.2. In

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PreferencesAbout preferencesNumerous program settings are stored in the Adobe Photoshop Prefs file, including general display options, file-saving opt

What's new1

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Default keyboard shortcutsTo the topDownload | Photoshop CC keyboard shortcut reference (PDF)Keys for selecting toolsKeys for viewing imagesKeys for P

To the topNote:Keys for selecting toolsHolding down a key temporarily activates a tool. Letting go of the key returns to the previous tool. To customi

To the topEraser toolBackground Eraser toolMagic Eraser toolE EGradient toolPaint Bucket toolG GDodge toolBurn toolSponge toolO OPen toolFreeform Pen

Keys for viewing imagesThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu commands or tool tips.Result Windows Mac OSCycle through open do

To the topTo the topKeys for Puppet WarpThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu commands or tool tips.Keys for Refine EdgeScrol

To the topTo the topKeys for the Filter GalleryKeys for LiquifyResult Windows Mac OSApply a new filter on top of selected Alt-click a filter Option-cl

To the topKeys for Vanishing PointDecrease/increase brush size by 2, ordensity, pressure, rate, or turbulentjitter by 1Left Arrow/Right Arrow with Bru

To the topNote:Keys for the Camera Raw dialog boxHolding down a key temporarily activates a tool. Letting go of the key returns to the previous tool.C

Split Toning panel Ctrl+Alt+5 Command+Option+5Lens Corrections panel Ctrl+Alt+6 Command+Option+6Camera Calibration panel Ctrl+Alt+7 Command+Option+7Pr

What's New in Photoshop CCTo the topAdobe® Photoshop® CC ships with several new features and enhancements that enrich your digital imaging experi

Removal tool.Rotate image left L or Ctrl + ] L or Command + ]Rotate image right R or Ctrl + [ R or Command + [Zoom in Ctrl + + (plus) Command + + (plu

To the topTo the topKeys for the Black-and-White dialog boxKeys for Curves(Filmstrip mode) Add blue label Ctrl+9 Command+9(Filmstrip mode) Add purple

To the topKeys for selecting and moving objectsThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu commands or tool tips.Result Windows Mac

To the topTo the topKeys for transforming selections, selection borders, and pathsThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu comma

To the topKeys for paintingThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu commands or tool tips.Close path Magnetic Pen tool-double-cl

To the topKeys for blending modesHold down Shift to preserve transparencyResult Windows Mac OSCycle through blending modes Shift + + (plus) or – (minu

To the topTo the topKeys for selecting and editing textThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu commands or tool tips.Keys for f

To the topThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu commands or tool tips.Keys for slicing and optimizingResult Windows Mac OSAli

To the topTo the topKeys for using panelsThis partial list provides shortcuts that don’t appear in menu commands or tool tips.Keys for the Actions pan

To the topTo the topTo the topNote:Keys for adjustment layersIf you prefer channel shortcuts starting with Alt/Option + 1 for red, choose Edit > Ke