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The "Knockout" Feature | Photoshop
The "Knockout" Feature | Photoshop
Photoshop's Knockout options allow a layer to punch a hole through other layers without using any masks. In 2 minutes, we're going to learn how to use this feature.
The "Blend If" Feature | Photoshop
The "Blend If" Feature | Photoshop
One of the most powerful features in Photoshop is called the "Blend If" feature. In this short video, we'll learn how this feature works and how it allows us to control the shadows and highlights of our image.
Long Shadows | Photoshop
Long Shadows | Photoshop
In this quick video, we're going to learn a simple technique to create long shadows in Photoshop. This technique will allow us to make changes to the text later on, without messing up the effect.
Change Colors | Photoshop
Change Colors | Photoshop
In this short video, we're going to learn how to change the colors of an object from black, white, or any other color.
RGB and CMYK
RGB and CMYK
Learn the definition of RGB and CMYK and the difference between these two color models.
Layer Masks | Photoshop
Layer Masks | Photoshop
Layer masks are one of the most powerful features of Photoshop. What are they? And how to use them properly?
Smart Filters | Photoshop
Smart Filters | Photoshop
What are Smart Filters in Photoshop? How are they different from normal filters? How does Photoshop handle multiple smart filters that are applied to one smart object? What is the purpose of life?
Smart Objects | Photoshop
Smart Objects | Photoshop
Smart Objects are powerful enough to be called "smart"! What are they and why you should use them?
Frosted Glass Effect | Photoshop
Frosted Glass Effect | Photoshop
We're going to learn a simple technique in Photoshop to create a frosted glass effect.
Layered Cutout Effect | Photoshop
Layered Cutout Effect | Photoshop
In this short video, we're going to learn how to create a layered cutout effect in Photoshop.
Content-Aware Move | Photoshop
Content-Aware Move | Photoshop
One image, one layer. But you want to quickly move an object in that image and scale it up (or down). What to do?
Photoshop's Panels
Photoshop's Panels
This 2-minute video will help you get started using panels in Photoshop.
Can't Move Path (SOLVED!) | Photoshop
Can't Move Path (SOLVED!) | Photoshop
Problem: you're trying to move a path using the Move tool, but nothing happens when you drag on the canvas.
Layer Style / Effect Not Scaling (SOLVED!) | Photoshop
Layer Style / Effect Not Scaling (SOLVED!) | Photoshop
Problem: you're trying to scale a layer but the layer style (effect) is not scaling along with it.
Photoshop's History Panel
Photoshop's History Panel
We're going to take a look at the history panel, how it works, how to create a snapshot, and how to allow non-linear history.
Save and Load Selections | Photoshop
Save and Load Selections | Photoshop
We will look at a way to store our selections, and then load these selections when we need them.
Can't See Real-Time Preview of Pen Tool (SOLVED!) | Photoshop
Can't See Real-Time Preview of Pen Tool (SOLVED!) | Photoshop
Problem: you're using the Pen tool to create a path, but you're not able to see what the path will look like unless you click to add the next anchor point.
(NEW!) Copy Illustrator Layers Into Photoshop 2022
(NEW!) Copy Illustrator Layers Into Photoshop 2022
Copy a group of layers from Illustrator and paste them as vector shapes in Photoshop.
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