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How Do I Create a Watermark in Photoshop CC?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 12:09 am

A watermark is a text or graphic mark that is placed over an image to identify the owner of the image or protect it from unauthorized use. Photoshop CC offers several ways to create watermarks.

One way to create a watermark is to use the Type tool. With the Type tool selected, click on the area of the image where you want to add the watermark. A text box will appear.

Type your watermark text into the text box. To format the text, use the options in the Character and Paragraph panels. Once you have formatted the text to your liking, click the checkmark in the Options bar to commit the changes.

Another way to create a watermark is by using a Photoshop brush. First, create a new layer for your brush by clicking on the New Layer icon in the Layers panel. Next, select a brush from the Brushes panel. You can use one of Photoshop’s default brushes or you can download a custom brush.

PRO TIP: This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to create a watermark in Photoshop CC. However, it is important to note that watermarks should only be used for personal or low-resolution images. Watermarks should not be used on high-resolution images, as they will reduce the quality of the image.

With your brush selected, click and drag on the image to paint your watermark. You can change the color of your brush by clicking on the Foreground color swatch in the Tools panel. When you are finished painting your watermark, go to Edit > Define Brush Preset and give your brush a name.

You can also create a watermark using an image file. To do this, open your image file in Photoshop and go to Layer > New > Layer via Copy (or press Ctrl+J). This will create a copy of your image on a new layer. Next, go to Image > Adjustments > Desaturate (or press Shift+Ctrl+U).

This will convert your image to black and white. Now go to Image > Adjustments > Levels (or press Ctrl+L). Move the middle slider to the left until you have achieved the desired opacity for your watermark. Finally, go to Edit > Transform > Scale and resize your watermark as needed.

Watermarks are a great way to protect your images from unauthorized use or to simply identify yourself as the owner of an image. Photoshop CC offers several ways to create watermarks so that you can find one that best suits your needs.

conclusion: There are several ways to create watermarks in Photoshop CC, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The best way to choose which method is right for you is to experiment with each one and see which produces the results you are looking for.

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Dale Leydon

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