Tools and tips

Tools and tips310

A compilation of tools and tips for Photoshop, offering practical advice and techniques to streamline workflows and improve design efficiency.

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How to use Parametric Filters in Adobe Photoshop 2024 Beta

Adobe Photoshop's beta version introduces parametric filters—a new way to apply distinctive, customizable effects to images with real-time adjustments and non-destructive editing. These smart filters offer dynamic control over stylistic effects like vintage looks, distortions, and weather elements, with the ability to stack multiple filters...

Photoshop 2024 Reveals Major New Tools and Enhancements

For creative professionals, Photoshop is an indispensable part of the workflow. As the leading digital imaging software, each new version from Adobe brings excitement as artists and designers anticipate how their capabilities may be expanded. In this video preview, we get a sneak peek at some of Photoshop 2024’s...

How Generative Fill in Photoshop is Transforming Photo Editing

Generative Fill represents the most significant advancement in photo editing technology in decades. Using artificial intelligence, this tool can remove objects, change backgrounds, extend images, and add new elements with simple selections and text prompts. The feature analyzes your image's lighting, perspective, and depth of field to create...

Exploring the latest features in Adobe Photoshop 2023

Adobe Photoshop continues to lead the way with its innovative tools and features. The year 2023 brings a fresh wave of updates, and in this video, Colin Smith from Photoshop Cafe will delve into the exciting features introduced recently. Renowned Photoshop expert, Colin takes us on a tour of these...

Generative AI: A new era of Photoshop begins

Generative AI has made its way into the world of Photoshop, and in this fascinating video, Colin Smith from Photoshop Cafe explores its transformative capabilities. Generative AI is an incredible technology that’s transforming the world of artificial intelligence. It’s like having a creative companion that can generate all...

Create AI Art inside Photoshop with Stable Diffusion

Introducing Stable Art – a novel plugin for Photoshop that lets you harness the power of your local Stable Diffusion setup within the software. This plugin is completely free and can be installed and utilized with utmost ease. Despite being fairly basic at the moment, it provides all the fundamental features...

Make highly creative brushes from photos in Photoshop

Creating custom brushes from photographs opens up new possibilities for double exposure effects. Instead of settling for basic silhouettes, you can craft organic edges with intricate details like tree branches that seamlessly blend into your subject. This technique combines traditional double exposure methods with custom brush creation, giving you complete...

How to resize a picture for instagram

In this detailed tutorial, Colin Smith from Photoshop Cafe demonstrates how to effectively resize and prepare a photo for Instagram using Adobe Photoshop. He covers the best practices for ensuring your image meets Instagram’s size requirements and maintains high quality. You'll learn about the ideal dimensions for...

Saturation vs Vibrance: The Best for Color Enhancement in Photoshop

In this detailed tutorial, Jesus Ramirez from the Photoshop Training Channel delves into the crucial differences between Saturation and Vibrance when it comes to enhancing colors in Photoshop. He provides a comprehensive overview of how each adjustment affects your images: Saturation increases the intensity of all colors uniformly, while Vibrance...

Did you know Photoshop has new Quick Actions?

Discover how to speed up your workflow with Photoshop's new Quick Actions, presented by Colin Smith from Photoshop Cafe. This tutorial reveals the ease and efficiency of using Quick Actions to perform common tasks with just one click. Colin walks you through locating these Quick Actions and demonstrates...

Essential Keyboard Shortcuts for Retouching in Photoshop

Mastering keyboard shortcuts transforms your retouching workflow from a series of menu clicks into fluid, efficient movements. Professional retouchers rely on these time-saving combinations to maintain focus on their creative work rather than hunting through interface panels. The right shortcuts become second nature with practice, allowing you to switch...

Six easy ways to select colors in Photoshop

In this episode of "3, 2, 1… Photoshop!", longtime Adobe evangelist Julieanne Kost shares essential tips and tricks for selecting colors in Photoshop. Julieanne introduces six easy methods to choose colors effectively, whether you're working on a detailed project or just need a quick color pick....

How to Create Flames in Photoshop

In this tutorial, Julieanne Kost walks you through the process of creating realistic flames in Photoshop. The tutorial simplifies the process into four manageable steps, making it accessible even for beginners. Kost starts by guiding you through the basics of setting up your workspace and selecting the right tools. She...

Photoshop CS6 vs 2021: 28 Reasons to Upgrade

Let’s compare a Legendary Photoshop version, the last of its kind: Photoshop CS6 with the latest and hopefully the greatest: Photoshop 2021. Whether you are holding on to Photoshop CS6 because of Adobe’s subscription payments or you feel CS6 is much better as it’s a true bare-...

Creating Seamless Patterns in Photoshop

In this tutorial, Adobe Evangelist Paul Trani delves into the process of creating seamless patterns in Photoshop. Seamless patterns are essential for various design projects, from backgrounds to textiles, and mastering them can significantly enhance your design capabilities. Paul takes you through the entire process, from setting up your initial...

Magical things you can do in just 1 click in Photoshop

Colin Smith’s latest tutorial dives into the incredible power of Photoshop’s one-click tools and features. This session reveals how you can harness Photoshop 2020’s capabilities to achieve impressive results with minimal effort. Colin demonstrates various techniques that allow you to enhance your images or apply complex...

The Science of All 27 Blend Modes in Photoshop

Blend modes are a core feature in Photoshop, essential for manipulating how layers interact and visually combine. They unlock a vast range of creative possibilities, from subtle image enhancements to dramatic composite effects. Understanding each mode allows for precise control over your image adjustments and creative vision. This comprehensive guide...

Cut Out Glass in Photoshop with Blending Modes

Achieving a realistic cut-out of transparent objects, like glass bottles, can be a significant challenge in Photoshop. Traditional masking often struggles to maintain the natural light, shadow, and reflective qualities inherent in such items, leading to flat or artificial results. This video tutorial offers an advanced technique to meticulously...

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