Digital ImagingUnit 9: Using Paths & ShapesModule 3: Converting Paths and Selections

Paths & Shapes

Paths are used to knock an item out of the background without deleting the background.

The next slides will demonstrate how to create a clipping path.

Digital ImagingUnit 9: Using Paths & ShapesModule 3: Converting Paths and Selections

Paths & Shapes

Trace around an image using the pen tool.

Digital ImagingUnit 9: Using Paths & ShapesModule 3: Converting Paths and Selections

Paths & Shapes

In the Paths palette, save the path.

Digital ImagingUnit 9: Using Paths & ShapesModule 3: Converting Paths and Selections

Paths & Shapes

In the Paths palette, select Clipping Path. In the dialogue box that pops up, choose the path you just created.

Digital ImagingUnit 9: Using Paths & ShapesModule 3: Converting Paths and Selections

Paths & Shapes

When placed into a layout file, the image with the clipping path will not show the background, but the background is still there if you later need it.