PHOTOSHOP

 

Remember:

1.   To bring in an image into Photoshop:  File/Open

2.   unlock your ÒbackgroundÓ (double click on image layer in the layers panel )

3.   Photoshop documents save as a .psd file (Photoshop file)

4.   Using the Marquee tool on different layers has different results.

5.   Command ÒDÓ = DE-SELECT a selection

6.   Command ÒTÓ = Transform Layer

7.   Magic Wand:  change the tolerance level in the Magic Wand tool, but typically use the Quick selection tool

8.   Magic Eraser is for solid backgrounds only (but what a tool!)

9.   Name your layers and organize your layers by pulling layers up and down.

10. Quick Selection tool:  Click to ADD more selection, ALT/OPTION to subtract more selection.