Using patterns as clone sources
You can also use patterns as clone sources. For more information about patterns, see Patterns.
An example of a pattern that is used as a clone source
To use a pattern as a clone source
1
Create a new document or open an image.
2
In the
Clone Source panel (
Window
Clone Source), choose
Current Pattern from the
Source list box, and click a pattern thumbnail in the
Painter Patterns library.
3
Apply brushstrokes to the canvas.
To auto-paint a pattern, in the
Auto-painting panel (
Window
Photo Art Panels
Auto-Painting), enable
Smart Stroke Painting, and click
Play. For more information, see
Auto-painting photos.

When you delete all clone sources, the Current Pattern option is automatically selected in the Source list box, and you paint with the active pattern.