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This is run down of the improvements on the color range selection method. Of particular importance is the face detection technology, which make the tool even easier to use. (PS6 and above)
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Topic
Get the lowdown on using color to make a selection in Photoshop, and the latest Photoshop improvements.
When to use
This is run down of the improvements on the color range selection method. Of particular importance is the face detection technology, which make the tool even easier to use. (PS6 and above)
Instructions
Bring up Color Range
- Select Menu dropdown, Color Range
Use of Color Range
- Color picker to select the colors you want
- Use the Shift key to add colors
- Use the ALT/Option key to subtract colors
- Use the Fuzziness slider to change the range of the colors selected
New Features
- Localized Color clusters: keeps the selection to one location
- Skin Tones: selects via common skin tones: Fizziness slider
- Detect Faces option to confine the selection
Tip
Use this for groups of people, where you want to brighten up the faces a bit.
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