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How to Use Quick Mask Mode in Photoshop

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Sometimes the magic lasso tool just won't cut it! Here's a more precise way to create an awesome selection in Photoshop.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1
    Quick Mask is a great, if underappreciated, Photoshop tool
    Quick Mask is a great, if underappreciated, Photoshop tool

    With your photo open in Photoshop, click on the Quick Mask button at the bottom of your tool bar.

  2. Step 2

    Now make sure your paint color is set to black and paint on your image. You will see red strokes on your image. That is your quick mask.

  3. Step 3

    Hit the Quick Mask button again and your red area is now surrounded by marching ants!

  4. Step 4

    If you want to edit your selection, hit the Quick Mask button again and paint or erase as needed. Toggle back and forth as much as you wish to get a quality selection.

Tips & Warnings
  • Always duplicate your file before beginning a photo editing project.

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