Photoshop CS6 in Easy Steps

The continual expansion, refinement and development of Photoshopcan make learning the software a daunting experience for thefirst time user. But there is no need to feel intimidated. Theanswer is simple, take it in easy steps. That's exactly whatPhotoshop CS6 in easy steps is designed to do. In clear, concise,simple language this book breaks down the complex and complicatedinto small easily digestible learning chunks.Photoshop CS6 in easy steps delivers a solid, secure and lastingfoundation that the reader can build on as they explore Photoshopand develop more and more creative control over one the mostcreative pieces of software available today. The author'sextensive knowledge and understanding of the requirements andneeds of the new user is distilled in this book which is writtenin simple, clear language with step by step instructions,breaking down complex functions into easy to follow learningsequences.Photoshop CS6 in easy steps makes it easy to grasp the key newfeatures, which are:Content-Aware Patch - allows greater control by letting userschoose the sample area used to create a patch.Adobe Mercury Graphics Engine - takes advantage of the graphicsprocessing unit in modern hardware to speed up imaging andediting tasks and process large images faster.New and Re-engineered Design Tools - type styles enableconsistent formatting; vector layers apply strokes and addgradients to vector objects; custom strokes and dashed lines areeasily created; quick layers search and more.Intuitive Video Creation - the full range of familiar Photoshoptools and an intuitive set of new video tools to create andenhance any video clip.Blur Gallery - a simple new interface with on-image and in-context controls allows users to quickly create photographic blureffects including tilt-shift effects, blur everything with onefocal point, or vary the blurriness between multiple focalpoints.Photoshop CS6 in easy steps gives the reader a solid foundationto build on, allowing them to master the basics so they canproceed to unleash the full creative potential of the software.