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Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks
Clipping Mask
A clipping mask works similarly to a layer mask (discussed in Module 1). Clipping masks allow for masking effects, such as an image showing through text.
A clipping mask is accomplished by using two layers in a Photoshop document. The bottom layer of the two acts as the masking agent.
Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks
Clipping Mask
To create a clipping mask, create a layer with the shape you wish the final image to be on the bottom layer in a Photoshop file.
Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks
Clipping Mask
Select the layer with the image you wish to have clipped.
From the fly out menu, choose “Create Clipping Path”
Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks
Clipping Mask
The image on the bottom layer masks the image on the top layer to create a new masked image.