Rotate or straighten images without cropping in Photoshop

In this tutorial, PiXimperfect shows how to rotate or straighten an image without having to crop it in Photoshop. The instructor explains the process of using the Content-Aware Fill feature to fill in the spaces created when rotating the image.

The tutorial guides the viewer through the step-by-step process. First, the image is rotated to the desired angle. Then, the Content-Aware Fill tool is used to fill in the empty spaces around the edges of the image. The author demonstrates how this technique allows the image to be adjusted without losing any important content or details.

By following the instructions provided in this tutorial, users can learn a valuable skill for editing and enhancing their Photoshop projects. The author's clear and concise explanations make the process easy to understand and implement, even for those new to Photoshop.

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