With the release of Creative Suite 5, Photoshop celebrates 23 years as the most innovative image editing application on the planet; Robert Shuffllebotham celebrates 21 years as a software trainer at the highest level; Photoshop In Easy Steps celebrates its 12th year in print.

Use this book to get started with the basics; then learn about file formats, how to make and manipulate selections and use type; build your understanding of more advanced areas such as layers, masks and color correction; get to grips with exciting new functionality, including Pupppet Warp, Refine Edges, natural media brushes, along with Content Aware Fill and Healing controls; round it all off with an introduction to web and multimedia images.

Photoshop CS5 in easy steps represents a unique insight into this cutting edge software, delivered by hugely experienced trainer and teacher, in a series that represents the very best in software guides for the beginner.

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