Photoshop_User_July_2017

> PHOTOSHOP USER

>^ JULY 2017

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You’ll end up with two layers,

each with a layer mask to reveal the

background below. Since the layers

are linked Camera Raw smart objects,

you can edit the settings of both lay-

ers at the same time: Double-click on

one of the smart object thumbnails,

make your changes, and both layers

will update. Just remember than you’ll

have to select both layers if you want

to reposition your subject.

BONUS: A Second Chance

Once a layer mask has been created, you have a second chance to access the

same controls to fine-tune the mask. To access these controls, double-click

on the layer mask. The first time you do this, you’ll be asked whether you

want to view the Properties panel or enter the Select and Mask workspace

(whatever you select is the way it will behave moving forward). Select Proper-

ties. This way, you’ll have access to both the Properties panel and Select and

Mask to tweak your layer mask (it will update the existing mask rather than

create a new one).