Photoshop 7 for Dummies 1st (first) edition Text Only

by Barbara Obermeier

Adobe Photoshop is arguably the most comprehensive and popular photo editor around. Here are a couple of reasons When you work in Photoshop, you're not drawing from scratch; you're editing photos. Secondly, the program keeps you interested with a depth of capabilities that few pieces of software can match. Unlike other computer programs that have caught on like wildfire over the years, Photoshop is both powerful and absorbing. Just because Photoshop is a pleasure to use doesn't mean that it's easy to master. Directed toward making you comfortable and productive with the program, Photoshop 7 For Dummies points out the features you need to know and shows you exactly how to use them -- no pain; all gain. You'll discover ways with the program windowSwitch between Photoshop and other programsChange the number of pixels in an imageDefine colors using the Color PaletteGet ride of red eyeBlur the edges of a selected areaApply filter effectsPhotoshop guru and author Deke McClelland reveals his own techniques for quick and creative image editing, along with specific tips that Photoshop veterans can use to take advantage of the software's new features.Plan to get the hang high quality scansAdding background textures, bevels, and text effectsHarnessing Photoshop's layering features and professional pre-press capabilitiesApplying different types of gradientsMaking a Web Photo GalleryPlacing your image into PageMaker of InDesignCreating your own custom brushGraphics abound in Photoshop 7 For Dummies, with 16 pages of glossy pictures to show off special issues related to color. You'll find commands for both PCs and Macs and lots of step-by-step instructions to guide your image-editing efforts for print or the Web - in no time!

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First published May 15, 2002

About the author

Digital Photography for Seniors for Dummies (Wiley) is on Amazon as of 4/1/09 (no foolin').

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Windows 7 for Seniors for Dummies (Wiley) is now in bookstores.

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I have worked with computers since about 1980. I have had my own business of computer consulting and training since 1984: PC Training & Consulting, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

I also teach classes for the University of New Mexico's Division of Continuing Education.

I have worked as the Technical Editor on half a dozen books published by Wiley Publishing.

For more information on my books, see www.mjhinton.com/author/. peace, mjh"

Reviews

[Leah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I borrowed this one from my father in law and was almost overwhelmed by all the technical stuff. But the lighthearted humor made it much easier to read, and I know I will use it as a reference as I delve into PhotoShop. If you have to read something dry, it always good to have it be entertaining at the same time.