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How Do I Use Color Checker in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 23, 2022 @ 10:39 pm

There are a few things to keep in mind when using the Color Checker in Photoshop. First, make sure that your image is in RGB Color mode.

If it’s not, go to Image > Mode and change it to RGB. Next, go to Window > Color Tools > Color Checker. A new window will open with the color checker palette.

Now, look at your image and find a neutral area – somewhere that is gray or white, with no color cast. Click on that area with the Color Checker tool.

Photoshop will sample the color and display it in the Color Checker window. Make sure the “Target” option is selected, then click on the “Save” button.

PRO TIP: The following note is a warning to those considering using the “Color Checker” feature in Photoshop. This feature is known to cause color distortion in images, and should be used with caution. If you are not careful, you may end up with an image that looks significantly different than the original.

Now, go to your image and find another neutral area. Click on it with the Color Checker tool, and Photoshop will again sample the color and display it in the Color Checker window. This time, select the “Current” option, then click on the “Save” button.

Photoshop will now use these two colors as a reference point for correcting the colors in your image. Go to Image > Adjustments > Levels or Curves and make any necessary adjustments to improve the overall color balance of your image.

Conclusion:

The Color Checker can be a helpful tool when trying to adjust the colors in an image. By finding two neutral areas in an image, you can create a reference point for Photoshop to use when correcting the colors. This can help to improve the overall color balance of an image.

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