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How Do I Put a Border Around an Object in Photoshop?

Last updated on December 14, 2022 @ 8:02 am

There are a few different ways that you can put a border around an object in Photoshop. One way is to use the “Stroke” effect.

To do this, simply select the layer that you want to add a border to and then go to “Layer” > “Layer Style” > “Stroke.”

Go to layer style & stroke photoshop

From here, you can adjust the size, color, and style of the border.

Edit stroke layer style photoshop

Another way to create a border is to use the “Select” tool and then create a new layer. Once you have the new layer created, simply draw a line around the object that you want to border. To do this, you can use the “Pencil” tool and then hold “shift” for a straight drawing line.

Draw line & edit new stroke layer photoshop

You can then go into the “Edit” menu and select “Stroke.” This will bring up a dialog box where you can adjust the width, color, and style of the stroke. Click “Ok” once satisfied.

Edit pencil stroke photoshop

PRO TIP: If you are trying to put a border around an object in Photoshop, be aware that it can be difficult to do if the object is not a regular shape. You may want to use the pen tool to create a path around the object, and then use the stroke command to add a border.

If you want to create a more complex border, you can use the “Brush” tool. Simply select the brush that you want to use and then draw a line around the object.

Border with brush texture photoshop

You can then go into the “Edit” menu and select “Stroke.”

Edit brush stroke width photoshop

The last way to create a border is to use the “Pen” tool. Simply select the pen that you want to use and then draw a line around the object.

Border with pen tool photoshop

No matter which method you choose, adding a border to an object in Photoshop is easy!

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