Photoshop GMetrix Unit 2 Flashcard

Front

When using the healing brush, how can you avoid visibly repeating patterns?

Back

Resample frequently from different areas

Answer explanation

To avoid visibly repeating patterns when using the healing brush, resample frequently from different areas. This technique helps blend the texture more naturally, preventing noticeable repetitions in the edited area.

Front

Turning the ____________ of a brush down makes the edges fade away from the center.

Back

Hardness

Answer explanation

Turning the hardness of a brush down softens the edges, causing them to fade away from the center. This is because lower hardness results in a softer brush tip, which blends colors more smoothly.

Front

On layer masks, what hides parts of the layer?

Back

Black

Answer explanation

In layer masks, black hides parts of the layer, while white reveals them. Gray shades provide partial transparency. Therefore, the correct answer is black, as it completely conceals the layer beneath.

Front

When Photoshop doesn’t seem to be working correctly, what should you always check?

Back

The active layer and selected tool

Answer explanation

When Photoshop malfunctions, always check the active layer and selected tool. These settings directly affect what you can edit or see, making them crucial for troubleshooting issues.

Front

How can you duplicate a layer in the Layers panel?

Back

Right-click and select “Duplicate Layer”, Hold Alt and drag the layer, Press Ctrl+J

Answer explanation

You can duplicate a layer in several ways: right-clicking and selecting 'Duplicate Layer', holding Alt and dragging the layer, or pressing Ctrl+J. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the above'.

Front

What do smart objects prevent?

Back

Destruction of pixels

Answer explanation

Smart objects prevent the destruction of pixels by allowing non-destructive editing. This means you can edit images without permanently altering the original pixel data, preserving the ability to revert changes.

Front

Modifying an image visually and not with specific numbers is important because

Back

It allows more natural edits based on the overall look.

Answer explanation

Modifying an image visually allows for more natural edits based on the overall look, making adjustments feel intuitive and aligned with artistic intent, rather than relying solely on numerical values.

Front

What happens if you attempt to edit a smart object directly?

Back

Photoshop will prompt you to rasterize it.

Answer explanation

When you attempt to edit a smart object directly in Photoshop, it will prompt you to rasterize it. This means the smart object will be converted to a regular layer, losing its scalability and editability as a smart object.

Front

What does lowering the flow of a brush do?

Back

Gradually builds up color with each stroke.

Answer explanation

Lowering the flow of a brush allows for more control, enabling the artist to gradually build up color with each stroke, rather than applying a heavy, opaque layer all at once.

Front

What does the Content-Aware Fill tool do?

Back

Matches the surrounding texture and color to fill a selection.

Answer explanation

The Content-Aware Fill tool intelligently analyzes the surrounding pixels and textures to seamlessly fill a selected area, making it blend naturally with the rest of the image. This is why the correct answer is that it matches the surrounding texture and color.