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Where Are the Patterns in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 23, 2022 @ 9:04 pm

Photoshop is a widely used image-editing program that offers a number of features for manipulating images. One of these features is the ability to create patterns. Patterns can be created from images or from scratch and are useful for creating backgrounds or filling in areas of an image.

Creating a pattern from an image is a fairly simple process. First, open the image in Photoshop.

Then, select the area of the image that you want to use for the pattern. Next, go to Edit > Define Pattern.Give the pattern a name and click OK. The pattern will now be available to use in other images.

PRO TIP: This article is outdated and no longer applies to the most recent version of Photoshop.

Creating a pattern from scratch is also fairly simple. First, open a new Photoshop document. Then, create the shape or design that you want to use for the pattern.

Once you have created your design, go to Edit > Define Pattern. Give the pattern a name and click OK.

Patterns can be applied to images by creating a new layer and then going to Edit > Fill. In the Use drop-down menu, select Pattern and then choose the pattern you want to use from the Custom Pattern thumbnail menu. You can then adjust the layer’s opacity and blending mode to get the desired effect.

Patterns are a great way to add interest to an image or create a unique background. With just a few clicks, you can create your own patterns in Photoshop and use them in your next project!

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