Image Processing with Adobe Photoshop
Introduction to Image Processing Software
Image processing software is designed to organize, retouch, and edit digital images. These
images can be saved on CDs/DVDs, scanned, or transferred directly from a camera to a PC. This
type of software allows users to:
Organize images.
Retouch images.
Edit images.
Crop out unwanted parts of images (e.g., red-eye effect, composite images).
Image processing software can be either commercial or free.
Useful Image Processing Applications
Some common and useful image processing applications include:
Photoshop
Ms-paint
Gimp
Paint 3D
Photo Styler
Photo Editor
Photo Explosion
Adobe Photoshop: A Powerful Image Editor
Photoshop is a versatile, general-purpose application for editing raster-based images. Raster
images are made up of dots or pixels. Photoshop offers a wide range of manipulation tools and
features for:
Raster (pixel-based) image editing.
Vector graphics.
Who Uses Photoshop?
Photoshop is widely used by professionals and hobbyists in various fields:
Photographers
Graphic designers
Video game artists
Advertising professionals
Meme designers
What Can You Create with Photoshop?
Photoshop is used to create a variety of visual content, including:
Website layouts
Graphic designs
Posters
Business cards
Greeting cards
Learning Photoshop is considered essential for both image editing and graphic design.
Launching Image Editing Software (Adobe
Photoshop)
Launching image editing software like Photoshop follows a similar procedure to launching other
applications.
Photoshop Home Screen
When you launch Photoshop, you will typically see a Home screen (as shown in Figure 4.4 (a) in
the provided material). This screen usually provides options to:
Create a new image.
Open an existing image.
Photoshop Workspace
After launching, you will be presented with the Photoshop Workspace. This is where you will
perform your editing tasks.
Creating a New Image in Photoshop
To create a new image in Photoshop, follow these steps:
1. Click "Create New": On the Home screen, select the "Create New" button to start a new project.
2. Select a Template: Choose a suitable template from the available options (e.g., Photo, Print,
Art & Illustration, Web, Mobile, Film & Video).
3. Adjust Properties
: On the right side of the "New Document" window, adjust the properties for your new project.
These can include:
Project Name: Assign a name to your document.
Width: Set the width of the canvas.
Height: Set the height of the canvas.
Orientation: Choose between portrait or landscape.
Resolution: Define the image resolution.
Color Mode: Select the color mode (e.g., RGB Color, CMYK Color).
4. Click "Create": Once you have adjusted the properties, click the "Create" button.
5. Canvas: A new document will open in the workspace, displaying a blank area called the
Canvas. The canvas is made up of pixels, which you can modify.
Understanding Image Resolution
Image resolution is a crucial concept in image processing. It is typically measured in Pixels per
Inch (PPI).
PPI: Refers to the number of pixels displayed within one inch of an image.
Higher Resolution: A higher PPI means more pixels are packed into each inch. This results in
more detailed pixel information, leading to a higher-quality and sharper image.
Lower Resolution: A lower PPI means fewer pixels per inch, which can result in a less detailed
and potentially pixelated image, especially when enlarged.
For example, an image with a resolution of 300 PPI will appear sharper and more detailed than
an image with a resolution of 72 PPI when printed or displayed at the same physical size.