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Basic Tools in Photoshop - Move Tool - Zoom Tool & Free Transform


Move Tool =move tool icon

Zoom Tool =zoom tool

Free Transform Tool = free transform tool

Step #1: Open a Blank Document in Adobe PhotoShop ~


x Open Adobe PhotoShop & create a new canvas:

x Go to: File > New.

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x Select inches.

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x Make your canvas 8.5 x 11 inches.

8.5 by 11 inches

x It's a good idea to choose Transparent in the Background Contents too.

background contents transparent

Step #2: Find an Image ~


x Go to NikeID.com or find an image you want to copy on the internet.

x Right-Click, copy or save it.

copy image

x Or - if it wont copy - hit Print Screen on the keyboard.

print screen

Step #3: Paste it in PhotoShop ~


x Paste your screen print into the new canvas.

x Go to: Edit > Paste or hit Ctrl+V

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Step #4: Move Tool ~


x Select the Move Tool

move too

x Adjust image to fit the canvas.

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Step #5: Change the Size ~


x Now, you may be asking, "How can I make it Bigger or Smaller?"

x First you must zoom out.

x Select the Zoom Tool

zoom tool

x Click Zoom Out zoom outon the menu bar

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x Click the image to Zoom Out

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Step #6: Transform the Size ~


x Hit Ctrl+T

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x Hold the Shift key down while dragging - it changes all sides of the picture at once.

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Last Step: Save and Attach


x Save your work as a .psd file [ your_name.psd]

x Attach it & continue working...


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