Retouching and restoring images
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Object Extractor workflow: (1) Outline the edges of the image area; (2) add
a fill; (3) preview the cutout, and touch it up if necessary; (4) bring the
cutout into the image window; (5) place the cutout against a different
background image (optional).
To cut out an image area
Edit workspace
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On the Layers palette, click the layer that contains the image area
that you want to cut out.
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Choose Image
Object Extractor.
The Object Extractor dialog box appears, with the Brush tool
activated by default.
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Adjust the brush size by moving the Brush size slider.
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In the preview area, draw a line along the edges of the image area
that you want to cut out.
Ensure that the selection outline slightly overlaps the surrounding
background and completely surrounds the area in a closed ring.
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