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Basically an Alpha channel is the additional channels that can be added to an RGB or CMYK image types. They are generally used to hold the more complex masking information within the picture. Layer masks can only hold the same information, The Alpha channels allow you to have access to that mask, but not have it actually used within the image.
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When you save a selection Photoshop automatically creates what?
Alpha channel, take a look at CHANNELS palette
When you save a selection as a mask in photoshop where is the mask stored?
Mask will be saved as Alpha channel in CHANNELS panel (Window > Channels).
What is color channel in Photoshop?
What is colour channel in photoshop?
What is an alpha channel?
In computer graphics, an alpha channel is a numerical value specify a level of translucency to be added to a colour.
Why do you use Alpha Channels in Adobe Photoshop?
Alpha channels are used for several things but mostly for transparency. If you are going from one program to another and you have a transparent picture it may require an alpha channel. For game development alpha channels can be used for transparency, specular highlight, reflection map, and more. Layer masks are basically alpha channels for a certain layer, thoes are used for non destructive erasing among other things.
What is the purpose of ellipse tool in Photoshop?
To draw ellipse or circle shapes and paths.
What are the purpose of alpha boilers?
The purpose of alpha boilers is to have a boiler with more efficiency. Not to lose up to 50 % as with regular boilers. One can save energy and thus in the end save money.
How many bits are support maximum in .JPEG format?
Photoshop supports images up to 32 bit/channel.
What is the purpose of ISDN's channel?
ISDN stands for Integrated Services for Digital Network. The purpose of its D-channel is to carry the information of call sessions.
Can you watch Formula 1 in Crete and on which channel?
Yes you can and you can watch it on OTE Sport or Alpha TV
How do you open the channel panel again if you closed it in photoshop?
From Window menu. Click Window to expand this menu then click Channels from list.
What is PSD image file?
Photoshop has ties with other Adobe software for media editing, animation, and authoring. The .PSD (Photoshop Document), Photoshop's native format, stores an image with support for most imaging options available in Photoshop. These include layers with masks, color spaces, ICC profiles, transparency, text, alpha channels and spot colors, clipping paths, and duotone settings. This is in contrast to many other file formats (e.g. .EPS or .GIF) that restrict content to provide streamlined, predictable functionality.
