Mastering Colors and Gradients in Photoshop

What is the default foreground color in Adobe Photoshop?

• White

• Black

• Red

• Blue

Answer explanation

In Adobe Photoshop, the default foreground color is set to black. This is a standard setting that allows users to start with a neutral color for painting and editing.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which tool in Adobe Photoshop is used to fill an area with a gradient?

• Brush Tool

• Gradient Tool

• Paint Bucket Tool

• Eraser Tool

Answer explanation

The Gradient Tool in Adobe Photoshop is specifically designed to fill an area with a gradient, allowing for smooth transitions between colors. The other tools listed serve different purposes.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Describe the process of creating a new swatch in Adobe Photoshop.

• Select a color, click on the Swatches panel, and choose "New Swatch."

• Select a color, click on the Swatches panel, and choose "Add to Swatches."

• Select a color, click on the Swatches panel, and choose "Create Swatch."

• Select a color, click on the Swatches panel, and choose "Save Swatch."

Answer explanation

To create a new swatch in Adobe Photoshop, select a color, then click on the Swatches panel and choose 'Add to Swatches.' This saves the selected color as a new swatch for future use.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain how you can customize a gradient in Adobe Photoshop.

• By selecting the Gradient Tool and adjusting the gradient bar in the options panel.

• By selecting the Paint Bucket Tool and choosing a new gradient.

• By selecting the Brush Tool and changing the gradient settings.

• By selecting the Eraser Tool and modifying the gradient options.

Answer explanation

To customize a gradient in Adobe Photoshop, select the Gradient Tool and use the gradient bar in the options panel to adjust colors, opacity, and style. This allows for precise control over the gradient's appearance.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the significance of organizing swatches in Photoshop, and how can it be done?

• It helps in quick access to frequently used colors; it can be done by dragging swatches into folders.

• It helps in reducing file size; it can be done by deleting unused swatches.

• It helps in improving image quality; it can be done by renaming swatches.

• It helps in applying filters; it can be done by sorting swatches alphabetically.

Answer explanation

Organizing swatches in Photoshop allows for quick access to frequently used colors, enhancing workflow efficiency. This can be achieved by dragging swatches into folders, making color selection faster and more organized.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Plan a strategy to create a complex gradient that transitions smoothly between three colors in Photoshop.

• Use the Gradient Tool, add color stops on the gradient bar, and adjust the position of each stop to achieve the desired transition.

• Use the Paint Bucket Tool, select three colors, and fill the area sequentially.

• Use the Brush Tool, paint each color manually, and blend them using the Smudge Tool.

• Use the Eraser Tool, erase parts of each color to blend them together.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is to use the Gradient Tool, as it allows for precise control over color stops and their positions, ensuring a smooth transition between the three colors, unlike the other methods which lack this functionality.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How would you approach organizing a large number of swatches for a project to ensure efficiency and ease of use?

• Group swatches by color family and label each group clearly for easy identification.

• Delete all swatches and create new ones as needed.

• Randomly arrange swatches and rely on memory to find them.

• Use only the default swatches provided by Photoshop.

Answer explanation

Grouping swatches by color family and labeling them ensures quick access and identification, enhancing efficiency. This method prevents confusion and saves time compared to random arrangements or relying on memory.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate the impact of using poorly organized swatches on a design workflow and propose a solution.

• It can lead to wasted time searching for colors; the solution is to regularly organize and label swatches.

• It can improve creativity by forcing designers to explore new colors; the solution is to keep swatches unorganized.

• It has no impact on workflow; the solution is to ignore swatch organization.

• It can reduce the quality of the design; the solution is to use only default swatches.

Answer explanation

Using poorly organized swatches can waste time as designers search for colors, hindering workflow. Regularly organizing and labeling swatches ensures efficiency and improves the design process.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Designers use ​ (a)   to find the exact shade or tint of a color.

• hex-codes
• color wheel

• primary color

Answer explanation

Designers use hex-codes to specify exact colors in digital design. Hex-codes are six-digit codes that represent colors in the RGB color model, allowing for precise color matching, unlike the broader categories provided by a color wheel or primary colors.

CMYK stands for?

• Cyan Magenta Yellow Black

• Cyan Magenta Yellow Blue

• Cyan Magenta Yellow Brown

• Cream Magenta Yellow Kole

Answer explanation

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black, which are the primary colors used in color printing. The correct choice is 'Cyan Magenta Yellow Black'.