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Generating patterns
The Pattern Maker generates patterns by rearranging the pixels in a sampled area to
create a tile. The size of a tile can vary, from 1 pixel by 1 pixel to the dimensions of the
active layer. If the tile is smaller than the active layer, the pattern is made up of multiple
tiles that are laid out in a grid to fill the layer. If the tile is the same size as the active layer,
it comprises the entire pattern.
Original image. Pixels in selected area are sampled to create a tile.
Generated pattern:
A.
Single tile
B.
Tiled pattern
Note:
If the transparency of the active layer is locked, the Pattern Maker does not change
the transparency of the layer when it tiles with a generated pattern.
To generate a pattern:
1
Do one of the following:
•
Select the layer that contains the area from which you want to generate the pattern.
The layer you select will be replaced by the generated pattern, so it’s a good idea to
make a copy of the layer first.
•
To generate a pattern in a new layer or file, select the pixels from which you want to
generate the pattern, and choose Edit > Copy. Then add a layer to the image, or create a
new file with the dimensions you want the final image to have.
Note:
You cannot generate a pattern from a non-rectangular sample. If you make a non-
rectangular selection, Photoshop uses the bounding box of the selected area to create a
rectangular sample.
2
Choose Filter > Pattern Maker.
A
B
