To cut out an image area |
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1 | On the Layers palette, click the layer that contains the image area that you want to cut out. |
2 | Choose Image ![]() |
The Object Extractor dialog box appears, with the Brush tool ![]() |
3 | Adjust the brush size by moving the Brush size slider. |
4 | In the preview area, draw a line along the edges of the image area that you want to cut out. |
Ensure that the selection outline slightly overlaps the surrounding background and completely surrounds the area in a closed ring. |
5 | Choose the Fill tool ![]() |
An overlay covers the image area that you clicked. |
Note: If the selection outline is not closed, the fill covers the entire image. If this is the case, click the Eraser tool ![]() |
6 | Click Process to preview the result. |
If you are not happy with the result, click Edit Mask to return to the previous view and touch up the cutout. |
Choose the Eraser tool
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Move the Accuracy slider to a higher value if the object has an intricate or complex outline.
The Accuracy slider is available only after you click Process.
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Click Reset. The Reset button is available only before you click Process and clears both the fill and the selection outline.
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Mark the Hide Mask check box.
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Type or set a value in the Brush size box.
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Type or set a value in the Zoom box.
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Click the Zoom to 100% button
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Click the Fit Image to Window button
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Using the Pan tool
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You can switch from the Brush tool to the Eraser tool by right-clicking and dragging in the preview area.