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Blurring skin for retouching also removes texture. Frequency Separation edits skin tone and texture on separate layers. Setup: 1. Duplicate layer twice (Ctrl+J twice) 2. Name layers: “Low Frequency” (bottom) and “High Frequency” (top) Low Frequency layer (tone/color): Filter → Blur → Gaussian Blur → 4-6px High Frequency layer (texture/detail): Image → Apply Image: Layer: […]
Editing objects in perspective manually looks distorted. Vanishing Point maintains correct perspective automatically. Access: Filter → Vanishing Point How to Use: 1. Create Plane tool: Click 4 corners of a perspective surface (wall, floor, etc.) 2. Clone/Stamp/Paint within defined plane 3. Edits automatically match perspective! Use Cases: – Remove text from building wall – Clone […]
Regular sharpen filter creates artifacts. High Pass sharpening gives professional results with full control. Steps: 1. Duplicate layer (Ctrl+J) 2. Filter → Other → High Pass 3. Set Radius 1-3 pixels (subtle edges visible) 4. Change blend mode to Overlay or Soft Light 5. Adjust opacity to taste Why Better: – Non-destructive (adjust opacity anytime) […]
Adjustment layer affecting all layers? Clip it to apply to only one layer below. Create Clipping Mask: 1. Add adjustment layer above target layer 2. Alt+Click between the two layers 3. Adjustment only affects layer below! Or: Right-click adjustment layer → Create Clipping Mask Visual Indicator: Arrow pointing down = clipped to layer below Example: […]
Magic wand selection leaving halos? Blend If removes backgrounds based on brightness – no selection needed. Remove White Background: 1. Double-click layer to open Layer Style 2. Find “Blend If” section at bottom 3. Drag This Layer white slider left 4. White pixels become transparent! For Smoother Transition: Hold Alt while dragging to split slider […]
Use Blend If sliders instead of masks. Why it works: Physically accurate light blending No edge artifacts Faster than manual masking Hidden gem for UI assets.