How to Remove Background in Photoshop (QUICK & EASY STEPS)
TLDRIn this tutorial from Black Matrix, viewers are guided through the process of removing the background from an image using Adobe Photoshop. The presenter begins by instructing users to open their image in Photoshop and select the Quick Selection Tool, which is used to select the subject of the image. The tool settings are adjusted to 'Add to Selection' with a hardness of zero percent. The user is then shown how to make the selection by clicking and dragging, and how to refine it by using the 'Subtract from Selection' option or holding the Alt key. After the selection is complete, the presenter demonstrates how to refine the edges using the 'Select and Mask' feature with the 'Refine Radius Tool'. The final step involves choosing the output as a 'New Layer' or 'New Layer with Layer Mask', with the presenter opting for the former. The video concludes with the background successfully removed, and the option to add a new background color is mentioned. The presenter encourages viewers to like the video, ask questions in the comments, and subscribe for more Photoshop tutorials.
Takeaways
- 🎨 Open the image in Photoshop and select the Quick Selection Tool to start removing the background.
- 🔍 Set the tool to 'Add to selection' and adjust the hardness to zero percent for a smoother selection edge.
- 🖱️ Click and drag with the Quick Selection Tool to select the subject of the image.
- ➖ Use the 'Subtract from selection' option or hold the Alt key to remove unwanted parts from the selection.
- 🔄 Continue refining the selection by removing any additional parts you don't want.
- ✅ After completing the selection, go to 'Select and Mask' to refine the edges of the selection.
- 🖌️ Use the 'Refine Radius Tool' to smooth and feather the edges of the selection.
- 📑 Choose the output as a 'New Layer' or 'New Layer with Layer Mask' for the background removal.
- 🌈 Click 'OK' to finalize the background removal, leaving you with the subject on a transparent background.
- 🎨 Optionally, add a background color to your image after removing the original background.
- 👍 Like the video and leave comments if you have questions or need further assistance.
- 🔔 Subscribe and turn on the bell notification to stay updated with new Photoshop and technology tutorials.
Q & A
What is the first step to remove the background of an image using Photoshop?
-The first step is to open the image in Photoshop and select the Quick Selection tool, which is used to select the subject of the image to remove its background.
How do you ensure that the Quick Selection tool is set to add to the selection?
-Make sure the tool is set to 'Add to selection' and set the hardness to zero percent for a smooth selection edge.
What is the keyboard shortcut for subtracting from the selection when using the Quick Selection tool?
-You can hold the 'Alt' key and click and drag to subtract from the selection.
After making the selection, what menu option should you go to in order to refine the edges?
-Go to the 'Select' menu, hold the 'Shift' key, and then select 'Select and Mask' to refine the edges of the selection.
What tool is used to refine the edges of the selection in the 'Select and Mask' step?
-The 'Refine Radius Tool' is used to refine the edges of the selection.
What are the two output options available after refining the edges in the 'Select and Mask' step?
-The two output options are 'New Layer' and 'New Layer with Layer Mask'.
How do you add a background color to the image after removing the original background?
-After successfully removing the background, you can add a new background color by creating a new layer and filling it with the desired color.
What does the hardness setting on the Quick Selection tool control?
-The hardness setting controls the softness or sharpness of the selection edge. A zero percent hardness setting creates a soft edge for smoother transitions.
How can you undo parts of the selection that you no longer want included?
-You can use the 'Subtract from selection' option or hold the 'Alt' key while using the Quick Selection tool to remove unwanted parts from the selection.
What does the 'Select and Mask' feature do in the process of background removal?
-The 'Select and Mask' feature is used to refine the selection edges, making them smoother and more precise, which is crucial for a clean background removal.
What is the purpose of using a layer mask when creating a new layer after removing the background?
-A layer mask allows for non-destructive editing, meaning you can hide or show parts of the layer without permanently erasing them, providing flexibility in editing.
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Outlines
🎨 Introduction to Background Removal in Photoshop
The video introduces viewers to the Black Matrix channel and encourages new subscribers to click the subscribe button and bell for updates. The main topic is teaching how to remove the background from an image using Photoshop. The presenter outlines the steps to open an image, use the Quick Selection tool to select the subject, and refine the selection edges. The process involves adding to the selection, subtracting unwanted parts, and refining the edges with the 'Select and Mask' tool. Finally, the background is removed, and viewers are shown how to add a new background color if desired. The video concludes with a call to action for likes, comments, and further subscription.
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Keywords
💡Photoshop
💡Quick Selection Tool
💡Selection
💡Hardness
💡Subtract from Selection
💡Select and Mask
💡Refine Radius Tool
💡New Layer
💡Layer Mask
💡Background Removal
💡Background Color
Highlights
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Learn to remove the background of any image using Photoshop.
Use the Quick Selection Tool to select the subject for background removal.
Set the Quick Selection Tool to 'Add to Selection' and adjust hardness to zero percent.
Click and drag to make a selection around the subject.
Hold the Alt key and click-drag to subtract from the selection.
Refine the edges of the selection using 'Select and Mask'.
Choose 'New Layer' or 'New Layer with Layer Mask' for output.
Successfully remove the background and add a new background color if desired.
The video provides a quick and easy way to remove image backgrounds.
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The presenter will guide viewers through each step of the process.
Background removal is a valuable skill for graphic design and editing.
The video concludes with a call to action for viewer engagement.