Table of Contents
- When Do You Need to Cut Out an Image in Photoshop?
- How to Cut Out an Image in Photoshop (2 Methods)
- Outsource Your Photo Editing to the Experts at PhotoUp
Do you want to learn how to cut out an image in Photoshop?
Cutting out an image in Photoshop is an essential skill for real estate photographers and Photoshop users alike. Whether you’re looking to declutter a property photo or create a sleek marketing image, mastering this technique can save you both time and effort.
In this guide, we will cover when it’s useful to cut out an image in Photoshop and how to do it using two different techniques. Plus, we’ll introduce you to a great outsourcing option for your photo editing needs.
When Do You Need to Cut Out an Image in Photoshop?
Real estate photos filled with unwanted items, messy rooms, and poorly organized spaces don’t sell listings.
So, learning how to cut out an image can be useful in various scenarios, especially for:
- Decluttering real estate photos to create visually appealing property listings
- Creating marketing materials like property flyers, brochures, and online advertisements
- Enhancing photos by replacing dull backgrounds or skies with more attractive ones
- Or, focusing on specific elements like furniture or architectural details
Cutting out images in Photoshop doesn’t have to be daunting. With the right tools and techniques, you can achieve professional results quickly and easily.
How to Cut Out an Image in Photoshop (2 Methods)
With that being said, let’s show you how to cut out an image in Photoshop using two different methods – the Quick Select Tool and Select and Mask.
You can either watch the video tutorial or continue reading the text below:
1. How to Cut Out an Image Using Quick Select
Step 1. First, launch Photoshop and open the image you want to cut out. Choose the Quick Selection Tool from the toolbar on the left, and then, select the Object.
Step 2. Click and drag over the area of the image you want to cut out. The tool will automatically detect the edges of the object.
2. How to Cut Out an Image Using Select & Mask
For more complex images, the Select and Mask option provides greater precision:
Step 1. Once you have a rough selection, click on Select and Mask in the Options bar at the top to refine your selection.
Step 2. In the Select and Mask workspace, use the Refine Edge Brush Tool to clean up the edges of your selection.
Step 3. Adjust the Smooth, Feather, Contrast, and Shift Edge sliders to refine the selection further.
When you’re satisfied with this selection, click OK to exit the Select and Mask workspace.
Step 4. With the selection still active, click on the Add Layer Mask button at the bottom of the Layers panel. This will create a mask that hides everything outside the selection.
Step 5. If needed, you can further refine the mask by painting on it with the Brush Tool. Painting with black removes parts of the image while painting with white brings them back.
Step 6. Once you’re happy with the cutout, you can Save your image.
And there you have it! You’ve now learned how to cut out an image in Photoshop using two different techniques.
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We hope this blog post helped you learn how to cut out an image in Photoshop. Before you go, you may also want to check out the following resources:
