Magic Eraser Tool (E)

This tool finds pixels of similar value and automatically erases them to transparency on the active layer . This tool also works best when theres a solid color in the background to be removed. Experimentation with the ‘Tolerance’ level will ensure best...

Layer Mask

There’s a variety of ways of applying a ‘Layer Mask’ to achieve the knockout effect. (I’ll just show the most flexible example) The most flexible option is the combination of applying the ‘Pen Tool (P)’ to add anchors points and in...

Save For Web

Transparencies to Indexed images Here’s a powerful trick to quickly add transparency to an indexed composite using features in the ‘Save for Web’ Control Panel. Below is a simple index (.gif) image I loaded into Photoshop. Instantly, you should...

Magic Wand Tool (W)

This tool finds pixels of similar value and places a selection around them. A selection is formed based on the color of the pixel clicked on, and the amount of ‘Tolerance’ indicated in the ‘Options Bar’. On my first attempt, selected most of...

Export Transparent Image Wizard

[message type=”warning”]Be aware that the Export Transparent Image Wizard only exist in Photoshop CS2 and earlier.[/message] Here’s a few simple steps to achieve another method of eliminating the background of an image when exporting the image to a...