![]() ![]() To select the orange slice on the right, I used the Quick Selection Tool and then to mask the image so only that selected area shows, I went down to the bottom of the Layers panel and I clicked on the Add a Mask button. Let’s take a look at the original photo first. I’ve also already applied a layer mask, so that only the orange slice on the right is showing. The Selected & Masked ImageOkay, since we all now know how masks work, I thought I’d start off with an image of some orange slices in which I’ve already made a selection. So, down below, I’ll pass along a few little tricks and explanations that I’ve picked up through the years that can help you work faster and smarter. Once you understand what they’re used for and what they can do, you’ll want to move onto making your life easier when engaging with them in Photoshop. In today’s post, I’d like to share a few advanced tips that have to do with masks. To see them all, simply search “layer masks” in the top search bar. There are actually quite a few posts on this topic. How to Duplicate Masks Between Layers in Adobe Photoshop How to Adjust Layer Masks by Color Range in Adobe Photoshop Take a quick look at the links below to learn more about what they are and how you can use them. I’ve actually written a lot about masks on this blog. Once you wrap your head around what’s going on, you’ll be well on your way to beautiful and customized images. ![]() And the best part is, using them is so easy. ![]() Layer masks can give you the flexibility you’ve been searching for. Gone are the days of using the Eraser Tool and the Undo command. Just as learning about layers themselves is critical to accomplishing anything beyond simple photo edits, learning about layer masks can step your game up a whole bunch of notches. Layer masks are hugely important when it comes to working inside of Adobe Photoshop. ![]()
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