⭐ Remove Background in Photoshop!

In this tutorial, we'll take you through the process of removing a background in Photoshop. We have two layers in our document: a background layer and a main subject layer. Follow these steps to learn how to effectively isolate the main subject from its background.

Initial Selection:
- Start by navigating to the Select menu and choosing Select and Mask.
- Click on the Select Subject button. This uses artificial intelligence to automatically select the main subject.
Refine the Edges:
- Click on the Refine Edge Brush Tool to refine the edges, paying special attention to areas around intricate details such as hair.
Output to Layer Mask:
- Set the output to Layer Mask and press OK. This isolates the main subject from the background.
Creating a Clipping Mask:
- Next, create a new layer.
- To create a clipping mask, press Ctrl+Alt+G on Windows or Command+Option+G on Mac.
Refine With Brush Tool:
- Enable the Brush Tool.
- Hold Alt on Windows or Option on Mac and click to sample a color that is similar to the subject's hair.
- Paint along the edges to refine them further for a seamless look.
Final Result:
- This process should give you a clean separation of the main subject from the background.

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Keywords

Photoshop
Select and Mask
Select Subject
Refine Edge
Layer Mask
Clipping Mask
Brush Tool
Background Removal

FAQ

Q1: How do I initiate the Select and Mask function in Photoshop? A1: Go to the Select menu and choose Select and Mask.

Q2: What does the Select Subject button do? A2: The Select Subject button uses artificial intelligence to automatically select the main subject of your image.

Q3: How can I refine the edges around complex areas like hair? A3: Use the Refine Edge Brush Tool within the Select and Mask workspace for intricate areas around hair.

Q4: How do I output the selection to a Layer Mask? A4: In the Select and Mask workspace, set the output to Layer Mask and click OK.

Q5: How do I create a clipping mask in Photoshop? A5: To create a clipping mask, press Ctrl+Alt+G on Windows or Command+Option+G on a Mac while the new layer is active.

Q6: How can I refine the edges using the Brush Tool? A6: Enable the Brush Tool, hold Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac) to sample a color similar to the edge's color, and paint along the edges for a smooth finish.