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How Do You Find Complementary Colors in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 1:21 am

There are a few different ways that you can find complementary colors in Photoshop. One way is to use the color wheel. To do this, go to the “Window” menu and select “Color Wheel.”

This will bring up a color wheel in your workspace. Find the color that you want to use, and then look at the color directly opposite it on the wheel. This color will be its complementary color.

Another way to find complementary colors is to use the “Split Complementary” option in the “Color Picker” dialog box. To access this, double-click on the foreground color swatch in the toolbar. This will bring up the “Color Picker” dialog box.

PRO TIP: When using Photoshop to find complementary colors, be aware that the results may not be accurate. The colors may appear to be complementary, but in reality, they may not be.

Select the “Split Complementary” option from the drop-down menu next to “Mode.” Then, click on the color that you want to use. Photoshop will automatically generate a set of three colors that includes the complementary color of your chosen hue.

You can also use Photoshop’s “Color Harmony Rules” to find complementary colors. To access these rules, go to the “Edit” menu and select “Preferences.”

Click on “Color Management” from the list of options on the left side of the dialog box. Then, select “Color Harmonies” from the drop-down menu next to ” Color Rule Sets.” Choose one of the preset harmony rules, such as “Complementary,” and then click “OK.” The colors that are generated will be based on your chosen harmony rule.

Once you’ve found a complementary color that you like, there are a few different ways that you can use it in your design. You can create a two-toned effect by using one color for your foreground and another for your background. Or, you can use your complementary color as an accent color to add visual interest to your design.

Madison Geldart

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