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What Is the Quick Selection Tool in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 3:55 pm

The Quick Selection Tool is one of the most popular selection tools in Photoshop. It allows you to quickly and easily select areas of an image by painting over them with a brush.

The Quick Selection Tool is great for making selections of simple shapes and areas with well-defined edges. It can also be used for more complex selections, but it can take a bit more time and effort to get the results you want.

To use the Quick Selection Tool, simply click on the tool in the toolbox or press the W key. Then, click and drag your mouse over the area you want to select.

PRO TIP: The Quick Selection Tool in Photoshop can be used to quickly select areas of an image. However, if not used carefully, it can also easily select areas that you do not want to be selected. Be sure to carefully inspect your image before making any changes with the Quick Selection Tool.

The Quick Selection Tool will automatically create a selection border around the area you’ve painted over. You can add to or subtract from your selection by holding down the Shift key or Alt key (Windows) or Option key (Mac) while you paint.

If you make a mistake while painting, you can use the Eraser Tool (E) to erase part of your selection. You can also use the Refine Edge command to fine-tune your selection border.

The Quick Selection Tool is a great tool for quickly and easily making selections in Photoshop. With a little practice, you’ll be able to make complex selections with ease.

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