CHAPTER 6
Exploring Layer Modes
Layer Modes are an enigma. Located in a drop-down list at the top of the Layers palette in a very prominent spot next to Opacity, the positioning suggests that modes are one of the most important tools in the Layers palette. For users who are experienced in applying the modes, this is true. However, few people know modes well enough to use them effectively. Many times people don’t stray from the Normal mode as the rest is mostly a mystery. The modes have names, but the names alone don’t really explain how to work with them or what they do. Unless a mode change is part of a tutorial, layer mode use will more likely ...
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