Photoshop Basics Tutorials
Learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop! These tutorials are perfect for Photoshop beginners or anyone who just needs to refresh their skills, covering the essentials topics you need to know to get up to speed with Photoshop quickly! Use the links below to jump to lesson chapters and other popular topics, or scroll down for our latest Photoshop Basics tutorials!
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Lesson chapters
- 01. Getting started with Photoshop (8 lessons)
- 02. Getting your images into Photoshop (9 lessons)
- 03. Learning the Photoshop interface (10 lessons)
- 04. Zooming and navigating images (7 lessons)
- 05. How to resize images with Photoshop (8 lessons)
- 06. How to crop images in Photoshop (8 lessons)
- 07. Using layers in Photoshop (10 lessons)
- 08. How to make selections in Photoshop (17 lessons)
Popular links:
- Understanding layer masks
- How to use clipping masks in Photoshop
- Drawing and editing gradients
- Scale and resize images with smart objects
- Photoshop brushes
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Latest Photoshop Basics tutorials
How to Add Copyright and Contact Info to Images with Photoshop
Before sharing your photos online, learn how to protect and promote your work by adding copyright and contact information to your images with Photoshop!
Using the Object Selection Tool and Object Finder in Photoshop 2022
Learn how to use the improved Object Selection Tool in Photoshop 2022, along with its brand new Object Finder, to quickly select people, animals and other objects in your image just by hovering your mouse cursor over them!
Make Photoshop Your Default Image Editor in Windows 11
Learn how to set Photoshop as your default app for opening JPEG images, PNG files and more in Microsoft’s new Windows 11.
How to Draw a Perfect 5 Point Star in Photoshop
Learn how easy it is to draw a perfect 5 point star, or 5 sided star, in Photoshop. And how to save the star as a custom shape so you won’t need to draw it again.
Open Image vs Place Image in Photoshop
Learn the difference between opening an image and placing an image in Photoshop, and why one is perfect for blending two images together!
How to Make Photoshop Your Default Image Editor
Want to open images into Photoshop just by double-clicking on them? Here’s how to make Photoshop your default image editor in Windows 10 and macOS!
Find the Missing Gradients, Patterns and Shapes in Photoshop
Photoshop’s classic gradients, patterns and shapes from previous versions, and most of the new patterns and shapes, are hidden by default. Here’s where to find them in Photoshop 2021!
How to Crop Images in Photoshop with the Crop Tool
Learn how to crop images, how to straighten images, and how to crop an image non-destructively using the Crop Tool in Photoshop!
How to Keep Photoshop Always Up to Date
Not sure if you’re running the latest version of Photoshop? Learn how easy it is to keep Photoshop up to date using the Adobe Creative Cloud app!
How to Crop Images in a Circle Shape with Photoshop
Tired of cropping your images as rectangles and squares? Learn how to easily crop an image into a circle with Photoshop!
Photoshop Tools and Toolbar Overview
Learn all about Photoshop’s tools and the toolbar, including a complete summary of all 70 tools available as of Photoshop 2021!
Using the Shape Tools in Photoshop 2021
Learn the basics of drawing shapes using the shape tools in Photoshop, including everything that’s new with shapes in Photoshop 2021!
Using the Enhanced Properties Panel in Photoshop
Learn about all the new features added to the enhanced Properties panel in Photoshop CC 2020, and why it’s quickly becoming a one-stop shop for the options you need the most!
Select Subject vs Remove Background in Photoshop
Learn the difference between the Select Subject and Remove Background commands in Photoshop and how to use them to remove backgrounds from your photos!
How to use Select Subject in Photoshop for One-Click Selections
Learn how the powerful and improved Select Subject command in Photoshop CC 2020 lets you instantly select people, animals and more with a single click!
Open Multiple Images As Layers In Photoshop
Learn how to quickly open multiple images into the same Photoshop document and have each image appear on its own separate layer!
How to Create a Rainbow Gradient in Photoshop
Learn how to create your own rainbow gradient in Photoshop, how to save it as a rainbow gradient preset, and how to quickly add your rainbow colors to images and text!
Free Transform in Photoshop – New Features and Changes
Get up to speed with the latest features, updates and changes to Free Transform in Photoshop. Now updated for Photoshop CC 2020.
How to use Free Transform in Photoshop
Learn how to scale, rotate, flip, skew and distort images using Free Transform in Photoshop CC 2020!
How to use Content-Aware Fill in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn how to remove unwanted objects or repair missing detail in your images with the powerful and improved Content-Aware Fill workspace in Photoshop CC 2020!
Drawing Custom Shapes with the Shapes Panel in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn how the new Shapes panel in Photoshop CC 2020 makes drawing custom shapes easier than ever, and where to find hundreds of new shapes now included with Photoshop!
New Ways to Add Gradients in Photoshop CC 2020
Adding gradients to images, shapes and type is now faster and easier than ever with the new Gradients panel in Photoshop CC 2020.
The New Gradients and Gradients Panel in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn all about the new Gradients panel in Photoshop CC 2020, the amazing new gradient presets now included with Photoshop, and how to create, edit and save your own gradients and gradient sets!
Create Color Swatches from Images in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn how to turn photos into color swatches by sampling colors directly from images, and how to save your colors as custom swatch sets, in the latest version of Photoshop CC!
Drag and Drop Color Swatches in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn how the improved Swatches panel in Photoshop CC 2020 makes it easy to drag and drop colors directly into your document.
Work Anywhere with Cloud Documents in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn how to save your work as a cloud document in Photoshop CC 2020 so you can keep working on any PC, Mac or iPad where you’re logged in to the Creative Cloud!
Warp Images with the Enhanced Warp Tool in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn how to warp images like never before with the improved and enhanced Warp Tool in Photoshop CC 2020!
How to Turn Your Photoshop Brush into an Eraser
Want to erase with the same Photoshop brush you’re painting with? Learn two easy ways to instantly turn your brush into an eraser, including a brand new way in Photoshop CC 2020!
How to use the Object Selection Tool in Photoshop CC 2020
Learn how to use Photoshop’s newest selection tool that lets you quickly select people, animals or other objects in your photos just by dragging around them!
Using Layer Effects and Layer Styles in Photoshop CC 2020 – Complete Guide
Everything you need to know to add and edit layer effects and layer styles in Photoshop CC 2020, including a look at CC 2020’s new layer style presets, gradients, patterns and more!
Photoshop’s Brush Tool Hidden Tips and Tricks
Learn secret, pro-level tips and tricks to use with Photoshop’s brushes and the Brush Tool, including the best ways to change your brush size, choose brush colors, switch between brush blend modes, and more!
How to Open Images in Photoshop
Learn all the ways to open images in Photoshop, including how to use the new Home Screen and the difference between opening JPEG and raw files!
How to Create New Documents in Photoshop
Everything you need to know to create new documents and begin your adventure in the latest version of Photoshop!
How to Avoid Losing Your Original Images in Photoshop
Want to avoid overwriting and losing your original images when working in Photoshop? Keep them safe with these simple but important tips!
Restore the Legacy Free Transform command in Photoshop CC 2019
Classic Free Transform is back in Photoshop CC 2019! Learn how to restore the original Free Transform behavior with the new Use Legacy Free Transform option!
How to Merge Layers in Photoshop Without Flattening Your Image
Need to merge layers in Photoshop? Don’t flatten the image and lose all your work. Learn how to merge a copy of your existing layers onto a separate layer!
How to Copy Layer Effects in Photoshop
Learn how to quickly copy your layer effects and styles to other layers and layer groups in Photoshop!
Photoshop Layers Tip: How to Auto-Select Layers
Work faster in Photoshop by learning how to auto-select layers. This tutorial shows you how to auto-select single layers, multiple layers, and even layer groups!
Photoshop Layer Masks Advanced Tips and Tricks
Unlock the full power of Photoshop layer masks with over a dozen must-know tips and tricks. Learn how to copy, move, feather and fade layer masks, and more!
How to use Paint Symmetry in Photoshop CC 2019
Learn how to easily create fun, symmetrical artwork and designs using the new Paint Symmetry feature in Photoshop CC 2019!
Photoshop CC 2019’s Type Changes – Live Type Previews and More
Learn all about Live Type Previews, the Type Tool’s new Auto-Select feature, and more improvements to how we add type and edit text in Photoshop CC 2019!
Place Images into Shapes with the New Frame Tool in Photoshop CC 2019
The new Frame Tool in Photoshop CC 2019 makes it easier than ever to place images into shapes! Learn how to draw frames, how to place images into your frames, how to swap images with other images, and more!
Preview Layer Blend Modes on the Fly in Photoshop CC 2019
Choosing layer blend modes in Photoshop is now easier than ever with blend mode live previews, a new feature in Photoshop CC 2019!
How to Crop Photos in Photoshop – Complete Guide
Our complete guide to cropping images in Photoshop includes how to use the Crop Tool, how to straighten images, crop photos to exact frame sizes, and more!
How to use Content-Aware Crop in Photoshop
Learn how content-aware cropping in Photoshop CC can add more room to your photos by filling empty space with matching detail!
Crop and Resize Photos to Match Frame Sizes with Photoshop CC
Learn how to easily crop and resize your photos to any frame size you need using the Crop Tool in Photoshop!
Using the Perspective Crop Tool in Photoshop
Learn how to crop your images and fix perspective distortions at the same time using the Perspective Crop Tool in Photoshop! For Photoshop CC and CS6.
How to Resize Images in Photoshop – Complete Guide
Learn everything you need to know about resizing images in Photoshop, including how to resize for print, for the web and more, in this complete learning guide!
How to Resize Pixel Art in Photoshop
Need to resize pixel art? Learn how to enlarge your artwork and keep those blocky shapes looking crisp and sharp with Photoshop!
The Truth About Image Resolution, File Size and the Web
Still think you need to lower the resolution of your images in Photoshop before uploading them to the web? Learn why it’s just not true, and w
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