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How Do I Change the Background in Photoshop Elements 12?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 4:13 pm

When it comes to image editing software, Photoshop is usually the first name that comes to mind. However, Photoshop Elements is a great option for those who want to do some basic photo editing without all of the bells and whistles (and cost) of the full Photoshop program.

One thing you might want to do in Photoshop Elements is change the background of an image. Here’s how:

Open your image in Photoshop Elements. Select the “Quick Selection” tool from the toolbar on the left.

Click and drag your mouse over the area of the image that you want to keep as the foreground. As you do this, you’ll see a green overlay appear over the areas that are selected.

Once you’ve selected the area you want to keep, press the “Refine Edge” button at the top of the screen. This will bring up a new window with some additional options for fine-tuning your selection.

PRO TIP: If you are not careful, changing the background in Photoshop Elements 12 can permanently alter your image. Make sure to save a copy of your original image before making any changes.

Make sure the “View Mode” is set to “On Black” so you can see how your selection will look against a black background. Adjust the “Smooth” and “Feather” sliders until you’re happy with your selection. Then click “OK.”

Now that you’ve made your selection, it’s time to change the background. Go to “Edit > Fill > Background Color.”

This will open a color picker window. Choose the color you want for your new background and click “OK.”

And that’s it! You’ve successfully changed the background of your image using Photoshop Elements.

If you’re wanting to do some basic photo editing without all of the extra features and cost of Photoshop, then Photoshop Elements is a great option. One thing you can do in Photoshop Elements is change the background of an image by using Quick Selection, Refine Edge, and Fill options.

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