Photoshop Cs5 Bible

The bestselling, comprehensive reference on Photoshop, fully updated to CS5. Photoshop is the gold standard for image-editing programs and is used by professional photographers, graphic designers, and Web designers as well as hobbyists. More than 300,000 copies of this comprehensive reference have been sold in previous editions; this edition is fully updated to cover Photoshop CS5’s newest features and includes a 16-page full-color insert. Photoshop is the industry standard for image-editing software used in both print and digital media, with more than four million users worldwide This comprehensive guide covers beginning to advanced techniques, from learning your way around the windows and tools to working with Camera Raw images Covers retouching, color correcting, manipulating, and combining images; working with the File Browser, histogram palette, Lens Blur, and the color replacement tool; customizable keyboard shortcuts; how to create cutting-edge special effects for digital or film-based images, and much more This revised edition of Photoshop Bible is the reference tool that graphic designers, photographers, and Web designers will refer to many times over.

Market_Desc: This book is for beginner to advanced level PHOP users. PHOP has the broadest reach of any professional-level graphics application. Its user base ranges from consumers to professionals in graphic design, publishing, DVD authoring, video editing, motion graphics/animation, compositing and broadcast. PHOP has an installed base of more than 4 million users and Adobe cites that more than 90% of creative professionals have PHOP on their desktops. Special Features: " Previous four PHOP Bible editions have combined net sales of over 81,000." Adobe PHOP has an install base of 4+ million users." PHOP has the broadest reach of any professional-level graphics application. Its user base ranges from consumers to professionals in graphic design, publishing, DVD authoring, video editing, motion graphics/animation, compositing and broadcast." 100% comprehensive coverage gives readers the knowledge to edit digital images like a pro." 16-page full-color inserts." The books associated web site includes the book's tutorials with JPEGs and PSD's of images from the book." Practical, real-world examples show readers how to instantly apply what they learn. About The Book: The PHOP Bible is the only book you need to succeed in any PHOP endeavor. It shows readers how to retouch, color correct, manipulate, and combine images using PHOP. Readers will learn to create cutting-edge special effects for their digital or film-based images, and use them on the Web or in print. The easy and approachable writing style demystifies even the most complex PHOP tasks. You'll master every aspect of PHOP-- from image-editing basics to techniques for working with camera raw images. Other topics covered include the File Browser, histogram palette, Lens Blur, Match Color, the color replacement tool, customizable keyboard shortcuts, as well as covering all the new features and enhancements made in the latest version of PHOP.

"Photoshop channels and masks are complex and powerful tools that give designers tremendous control over color and make it easy to create composite images. This title aims to untangle the complexities of channels and masks, and shows Photoshop users how to use them like the pros do, offering real-world examples"--Publisher's description.

Optimize the latest version of InDesign for your most efficient project workflow yet InDesign is a powerful publishing tool that serves as the standard program for professional layout and design. The latest version boasts a variety of updates and enhancements. Packed with real-world examples and written by industry expert Galen Gruman, this in-depth resource clearly explains how InDesign CS5 allows for better typography and transparency features, speedier performance, and more user control than any other layout program. Shows you the vast updates to the newest version of InDesign, including speedier performance, sharper functionality, and new object styles Offers insight for taking advantage of using the dynamic spell check, creating anchored objects that follow text, creating object styles that can be applied for consistent formatting, and more Shares real-world tips and techniques as well as helpful examples from industry expert and popular author Galen Gruman Whether you are aiming to produce ad campaigns, magazines, interactive PDF files, or other forms of media, InDesign CS5 Bible offers everything you need to know to quickly get up to speed with the latest version of InDesign. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Learn to use the new Flash Catalyst to create rich Internet applications Adobe Flash Catalyst enables you to take designs from Photoshop and Illustrator and convert them into rich Flash-based applications—without writing or even understanding one line of code. It may sound too good to be true, but this helpful reference shows you how to leverage the Flash skills you already have in order to convert your ideas into functioning applications. You’ll explore everything from the basics of the Flex framework to using Flash Builder to complete conversion of an application. Shows you how to use the eagerly anticipated Flash Catalyst to convert assets from Illustrator and Photoshop directly into Flex components without ever needing to write code Reviews the basics of the Flex framework and rich Internet applications Demonstrates how to import comps and assets into Flash Builder in order to create an application Convert your ideas from design into functioning applications—and avoid writing complex code—with this authoritative resource.

Learn to use CS5 to produce better work and become a more productive designer The newest release of Adobe Creative Suite boasts a world of must-have features and enhancements to each of its applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, GoLive, Acrobat, and Version Cue. Written by a duo of Adobe experts, this thorough reference focuses on the collection of programs that comprise the Creative Suite and shows you how to efficiently integrate and manage your workflow between these applications. Padova and Murdock address common issues and explain how to handle typical challenges with the intent of putting you on your way to becoming a more productive designer. Popular authors Ted Padova and Kelly Murdock delve into the programs that make up the new Adobe Creative Suite 5: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, GoLive, Acrobat, and Version Cue Shows you how to integrate and manage workflow among each of the Adobe applications Explains how to develop consistent color-managed workflows, move files among all of the CS5 programs, prepare files for print or the Web, repurpose documents, and more As one of the few books to cover all of the Adobe programs, Creative Suite 5 Bible is an essential resource for sharpening your skills in order to become a better designer.

The comprehensive, soup-to-nuts guide to Photoshop, fully updated Photoshop CS6, used for both print and digital media, is the industry leader in image-editing software. The newest version adds some exciting new features, and this bestselling guide has been revised to cover each of them, along with all the basic information you need to get started. Learn to use all the tools, including the histogram palette, Lens Blur, Match Color, and the color replacement tool, as well as keyboard shortcuts. Then master retouching and color correction, work with Camera Raw images, prepare photos for print or the web, and much more. Photoshop has the broadest user base of any professional-level graphics application, ranging from photo hobbyists to professionals in graphic design, publishing, video editing, animation, and broadcasting This comprehensive guide has what beginners need to know as well as intermediate-level information on key tools and procedures Features a 16-page full-color insert and a companion website with tutorials, including JPEG and PSD files of images from the book Covers image-editing basics, the File Browser, histogram palette, Lens Blur, Match Color, the color replacement tool, and customizable keyboard shortcuts Delves into techniques for working with Camera Raw images; how to retouch, color-correct, manipulate, and combine images; and all the new features and enhancements in the latest version Photoshop CS6 Bible is the one reference book every Photoshop user needs.