Author: James Qu

My name is James and I have been using Photoshop since version 5.0 (long time ago!). PSD Vault is my spare time hobby and I write majority of the Photoshop tutorials and articles here. I hope you enjoy my blog, and feel free to leave a comment or contact me if you have any questions.

Photoshop has a variety of sharpening tools. Each tool has its own unique strengths. Understanding these tools is critical to achieving the best results in your image editing. Let’s explore the different sharpening options available in Photoshop 2024 and when to use each one. The Sharpen Tool: Quick and Targeted The Sharpen Tool is perfect for quick, localized adjustments. It’s easy to use and allows for precise control over specific areas of your image. To use the Sharpen Tool, select it from the toolbar: Then, simply paint over the areas you want to sharpen. The more you paint, the sharper…

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Are you ready to supercharge your Photoshop skills? Let’s dive into some amazing Photoshop shortcuts that will save you time and boost your productivity. These hidden gems are often overlooked, but they’re incredibly useful for both beginners and pros. 1. Rotate Your Brush with Ease First up, let’s talk about brush rotation. Did you know you can easily rotate your brush tip? Simply use the left and right arrow keys. For fine adjustments, each press rotates the brush by 1 degree. Want bigger changes? Hold Shift with the arrow keys to rotate by 15 degrees. This Photoshop shortcut is a…

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AI

Adobe Firefly AI is now part of Photoshop’s latest update. It’s a powerful tool for creating images from text prompts. Let’s learn how to use it step by step. Which Version of Photoshop Do You Need to Access this Feature To use Adobe Firefly AI features, you need the Photoshop beta version with Creative Cloud subscription. Specifically, you’ll want to access the Photoshop beta through the Creative Cloud app, which currently supports the latest Firefly Image 3 model. The features are currently available in the beta version, which allows users to generate images up to 2048 x 2048 pixels using…

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In this tutorial, I will show you the steps I took to create this interesting cold winter night text effect in Photoshop. We will go through some texturing techniques, as well as an interesting method of creating break-apart effect. We will also use image adjustment layers to fine-tune the final effect.

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Photoshop’s latest update brings an exciting new tool to the table: Live Gradients. This feature revolutionises the way we generate backgrounds in Photoshop. With Live Gradients, creating stunning, dynamic gradient effect. Let’s dive into how this tool can transform your workflow and elevate your designs. What Are Live Gradients? Live Gradients are an advanced version of the traditional gradient tool. They allow you to create and edit gradients in real-time. This means you can adjust colours, opacity, and direction on the fly. Moreover, you can generate background in Photoshop with more precision and creativity than before. Also Live Gradients automatically…

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