#Perfect layers tool how to

The pen tool truly just takes some practice.

Magical tip: Hold ALT/OPT and click on a point to turn it from a Curve to a straight line, and vice versa. From here, you can hold down CMD and click on any point to move it around. If you need to alter a selection, go to the pa ths tab and click on the Work Path. This is why you don’t see your shape on a layer it is stored in a different place. Whenever you are working with the Pen Tool, it creates paths. To turn this into a selection, right click and go to “Make Selection.” You can then click on that first point to close the shape. After completing it, you will see a little O if you hover over the first point. All you have to do is click to create the edges of your shape. Select the pen Tool from the toolbar (or press P).

To start from the very beginning, it’s best to practice basic shapes. The Pen Tool can be very intimidating at first, but all it takes is a little practice and a lot of selecting! In today’s episode, we walk you through the Pen Tool in Photoshop.

#Perfect layers tool how to

Use the Pen Tool to create custom shapes and accurately cut objects out of their backgrounds! If you’re looking for a Photoshop tutorial on the pen tool, read on! How to Use the Pen Tool in Photoshop The Photoshop Pen Tool is one of the most powerful tools available in Photoshop.