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Layers
Shift+Ctrl+N
Get started on your latest project in next to no time with this handy
shortcut that instantly whips up a new layer and dialog box.
Fill a layer
Flatten layers
Ctrl+Alt+Shift+E
Add a new, empty layer to the top of your stack, select it and use
the above command to flatten the layers in an image to sharpen the
result. This adds a flattened version of the image to the new layer
but leaves the layers intact too.
Ctrl+Shift+E
This command will allow you merge all your existing layers in order
to create one new layer. Beware! Once merged, they are extremely
difficult to seperate.
Ctrl+Alt+E
Once you've selected your layers, use this command to merge them
into just one layer. To see them merged as a new layer, simply add
Ctrl+J
Use this command to create a new layer from an existing one.
Sound complicated? Give it a go!
Ctrl+Shift+J
Like creating a new layer via copy, this command will create a new
layer with the selected image area in it, the only difference via cut is
that it will remove the selected image portion from the original
image.
Ctrl+Shift+]
Here, you can move your preferred layer to the top of the stack of
images you're working with in Photoshop.
Ctrl+Shift+[
This is plenty self-explanatory in that it does exactly the same as the
command above but in the opposite direction.
Ctrl+]
This will allow you to bring any selected image to the front.
Ctrl+[
If you decide to change your mind, you can always select the image
and send it to the back of the pile!
Shift+Ctrl+C
Draw a selection, then use this command to take every layer into
the clippig, rather than just the current layer selection.
Selection
Reselect
Ctrl+Shift+D
This is a great command for any of you that accidentally click away
from a section. Pressing these buttons will have that section
reselected in no time.
Invert selection
Ctrl+Shift+I
Select objects around an already pre-selected image. This way,
you'll be able to work around your main focus without losing it!
Ctrl+Alt+A
A perfect command for those times when you need to get
everything in sync.
Alt+Comma(,)
This will select the bottom layer in the layers panel.
Alt+Period(.)
This will select the top layer in the layers panel.
Alt+drag
If you need to deselect a certain area sharpish, then hit these keys.
Shift+Alt+drag
If you don't want to deselect an area, you can use this shortcut to
ensure you're clicking on what you want.
Ctrl+D
If you need to get away from the image, use this shortcut to
deselect anything that you've clicked on.
Move a selection
Spacebar+Marquee Tool
Want to move a selection easily? Simple press and hold the
Spacebar and continue to do so until the selection is in the correct
place.
Ctrl+3(red),4(green),5(blue)
Selecting with Photoshop Channels makes removing a complex
object from the background much easier than with other tools. And
using this shortcut makes it even simpler.
Alt+Brush Tool
When working with a Photoshop brush, if you want to sample a
colour from an image, instead of clicking the Eyedropper tool,
simply hold the Alt or Option key to switch temporarily. Then let go
to return to the Brush tool.
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Getting your brush size just right is one of the most important aspects of
Photoshop. Do it with this command.
Fill
Shift+F5
Whether you want to fill the selection with the foreground colour or with a
selected pattern, use this shortcut to get the job done quickly.
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Brush hardness is just as important, so get it right with this shortcut.
Previous/next brush
,/.
Save time and distractions by using these simple commands to swiftly move
through the various brushes on offer.
First/last brush
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If you don't want to have go through the entire array of Brushes on offer, hit
these commands to go back to the start or end.
Shift+Alt+P
Simulate spraying painting with Photoshop's airbrush tool using this
helpful shortcut.
Ctrl+Shift+Alt+S
Pretty self-explanatory but if you prefer not to drag your mouse onto a number
of options, use this shortcut on your keyboard.
Ctrl+Shift+W
As the name implies, this will close your document and then open up Adobe
Bridge where you can select the next file you wish to work on.
Levels
Ctrl+L
When editing your images, you'll be using the levels box regularly. Save
yourself some time with this Photoshop shortcut.
Free Transform
Ctrl +T
This command opens the free transform tool for resizing, rotating, and
skewing the image using a draggable outline.
Curves
Ctrl+M
This will allow you to quickly edit the Curves on your image.
Colour Balance
Ctrl+B
This is a perfect Photoshop shortcut to edit the Colour Balance of your
images.
Hue/Saturation
Ctrl+U
These two powerful Photoshop tools will aid you in the colour balance battle,
and will decrease the amount of crossover.
Desaturate
Ctrl+Shift+U
Convert your colour image to grayscale values, leaving the image in the same
colour mode.
Auto Tone
Shift+Ctrl+L
Auto Contrast
Alt+Shift+Ctrl+L
Auto Color
Shift+Ctrl+B
After a quick fix for a photo? While they're not reliable cure-alls, these tools
are usually worth a go for automatically improving your images.
Lens correction
Shift+Ctrl+R
The camera always lies, particularly where lens distortion is involved. Use the
lens correction filter to reduce the effect of barrel distortion, pincushion
distortion and vignetting.
Alt+Shift+Ctrl+A
Wide angle lenses can bring their own particular distortions, and Photoshop
has a filter for this. The Adaptive Wide Angle filter can quickly straighten lines
that appear curved in panoramas, or photos taken with fish-eye and wide
angle lenses.
Shift+Ctrl+A
With older versions of Photoshop you have to run Adobe Camera Raw as a
separate program, but in Photoshop CC it's available as a filter, enabling you
to non-destructively apply sophisticated adjustments to any image type.
Ctrl+Shift+Alt+C
Scale your image to your preferred state with this super quick shortcut.
Content-Aware Move
Shift+J
The latest content-aware tool in Photoshop CC enables you to move objects
around in a photograph, and it'll intelligently fill in the gaps where they used to
be.
Ctrl+Alt+G
A great way to keep shadows and shading where they belong, the clipping
mask tool is a basic but useful tool.
Blending modes
Shift+plus(+) or minus(-)
Photoshop has a variety of blending modes to create cool effects. Use this
command to cycle through each.
Shift+Ctrl+Alt+B
Speed up the process of converting colour photos to black and white with this
shortcut, which opens the black and white adjustment dialog box.
Ctrl+Alt+i
Set up your image sizes with ease with this quick and simple shortcut.
3D work
Show/Hide Polygons
Within Selection
Alt+Ctrl+X
Reveal All
Alt+Shift+Ctrl+X
If you're working with 3D assets, use this option to view the polygons that
make up your 3D models.
Render
Alt+Shift+Ctrl+R
Once you're happy with your 3D model, use this option to create a final render
and create the highest quality version for output to web, print, or animation.
Viewing
Ctrl+Alt+0
Viewing an image in Photoshop in actual pixels gives you the chance to see
each pixel individually - ensuring your work is perfect.
Fit on screen
Ctrl+0
A great way to view your work in all its glory on screen.
Zoom in
Ctrl+plus(+)
If you want to get down to the nitty gritty of your image, zoom right in with this
shortcut command.
Zoom out
Ctrl+Minus(-)
Get an insight into how your work will look from afar with this zoom out
command.
Text in Photoshop
Ctrl+Shift+>/<
Experiment with text in Photoshop by using this command to change its size
by 2pts.
Ctrl+Alt+Shift+>/<
Works the same as the command above but it's by 10pts this time.
Alt+Right/Left Arrow
Adjust the space between your text in Photoshop with this handy command.
Ctrl+Shift+L/C/R
A great way to experiment with the alignment of your text, this shortcut will
enable you to do it quickly.
Ctrl+H
Speed up selecting elements on type with this easy-to-remenber shortcut.
Z(Zoom Tool) This command just brings up the zoom tool, which allows
you to zoom in. Like with the hand tool, if you hold down the Alt key, it
temporarily switches to the zoom out mode.
B(Brush Tool) The brush is an extremely useful tool when working with
masks, and Im constantly using this command along with the hand and zoom
tools.
Ctrl + Z(Undo) Very useful for the little mistakes we all make.
[(Decrease Brush Size) Quickly decrease your brush size to get into those
tighter spots.
](Increase Brush Size) Quickly increase your brush size for the larger areas.
Shift + 1->0(Tool Flow) This works exactly like the opacity changer, but
you just have to hold the Shift key down while you hit the numbers.
Ctrl + Shift + N(New Layer) This will bring up the new layer dialog box
and place a new layer on top of the active layer.
Ctrl + Alt + Shift + N(New Layer No Dialog) This command skips the
dialog box and just places a new layer on top of the active layer.
Ctrl + Shift + C(Copy Merged) This works basically like the copy
command, except you get a merged copy of the composite image sent to the
clipboard. This command only works if youve made a selection on the image
first (use Ctrl+A to select all), otherwise youll get a copy of nothing. This is
useful if you want to duplicate what you see on the screen into another image
file or even another layer.
F(Cycle Screen Modes) Switch between normal screen, full screen with
task bar without title bar, and full screen with black background. Works great
when used in conjunction with Tab to hide toolbars maximum working
space, no distractions.
Ctrl + S(Save) You should get in the habit of just hitting this combo on
impulse about every 5 to 10 minutes. Also use Ctrl + Alt + Shift + S to bring
up the save for web dialog.
Ctrl + Alt + Shift + N(New Layer No Dialog) Quickly insert a new empty
layer on top of the active layer. Get rid of the Alt key to bring up the new layer
dialog for more options.
Alt + Click Mask(Toggle Mask Visibility) Doing this will bring up the
mask as a grayscale image so you can see what youre working with. Useful if
you have areas that need to be filled in or smoothed out.
Ctrl + Click Mask(Load Mask As Selection) Selects the white part of the
mask (grays are partially selected). Useful if you want to duplicate a mask or
its inverse. Using Ctrl + Click on a layer without a mask will select the nontransparent pixels in that layer.
Ctrl + J(New Layer Via Copy) Can be used to duplicate the active layer
into a new layer. If a selection is made, this command will only copy the
selected area into the new layer.
Caps Lock(Toggle Cross Hairs) Switch between the standard tool icon and
a set of precision cross hairs. Useful for spot-on selections.
Ctrl + H(Hide Selection Lines) When working with selections, use this
command to hide the marching ants while keeping the selection.
Ctrl + D(Deselect) After working with your selection, use this combo to
discard it.
Side Note:When working with selections, they can be applied to a layer as a mask
simply by adding a new layer mask using the little box-with-a-circle-inside icon at the
bottom of the layer palette. This also works with adjustment layers by automatically
applying the selection to the mask.
Ctrl + G(Group Layers) This command groups selected layers in the layer
tree. Adding Shift to this combo will ungroup layers when the grouped layer is
selected.
Ctrl + T(Free Transform) Brings up the free transform tool for resizing,
rotating, and skewing the image using a dragable outline.
Ctrl + E(Merge Layers) Merges selected layer with the layer directly
below it. If multiple layers are selected, only those will be merged.
Crtl + Shift + E(Merge Visible) Merges all visible layers into one. Not
recommended practice in typical photo editing because youll lose layer
information.
Ctrl + Alt + E(Stamp Down) Merges all selected layers into one new layer.
Add the Shift modifier to this combo and youll get a new layer containing a
merged representation of all visible layers (handy for sharpening adjustments)
Ctrl + Alt + Shift + R(Rotate Arbitrary Dialog) bring up the rotate dialog
to straighten out your horizon but its not typically used since we all take
perfect photos, right?
Side Note:Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) has the ability to straighten photos
before they ever make it into Photoshop. When straightening, you draw a line youd
like as your horizontal and ACR will take care of the rotation and crop for you.