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MORE ON
PHOTOSHOP
Learning Objectives MORE ON PHOTOSHOP
• Layers in Photoshop
• Painting Tools in Photoshop
• Retouching Tools
• Drawing Tools
• Shape Tools
• Navigation Tools
Yesterday, I went to a photography 113
exhibition. There I saw a photograph in which some portions were
blurred and some portions were very highlighted. Is it possible to apply this
type of effects in Photoshop CC?
Yes we can! Photoshop provides various painting and retouching tools to apply
several effects.
In the previous chapter, you have learnt the basic concepts of Photoshop CC. You have used
various tools to edit and enhance the look and feel of an image. In this chapter, you will
learn about some advanced features and tools of Photoshop CC.
Layers in Photoshop
Photoshop offers a feature that allows you to combine multiple elements into a single
file using layers. A layer can be defined as one image stacked on top of another to form
a complete image. When you open a file in Photoshop, the first layer by default is the
Background layer with white colour. This layer is locked and protected which means you
cannot change the stacking order, blending mode or opacity of this layer. However, you can
convert this layer into a regular layer by double clicking on the lock icon and then make
changes in it.
In Photoshop, you can work on each layer independently and create the desired effect. You
can also change the stacking order and can link the layers to work on them simultaneously.
When working with an image, it is advisable to use a new layer above it to apply filters or for
retouching tools. If you are unhappy with the effect, you can simply delete the layer without
making any change in the original image. All the layers are visible in the Layers panel.

