Adobe PHOTOSHOP CS4/CS3/CS2 Video Training Tutorial

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The best Photoshop tutorial available.

• Designed by software training professionals.
• Learn at your office or home - at your own pace.
• Comprehensive! Includes all of the topics covered in classroom trainings.
• Customize your training with the easy-to-use menu.
• Clear, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction.
• Watch the training sessions as many times as you want while you practice in your software.
• No messy set-up, no internet connections needed. The menu will launch automatically and you will be on your way to learning!
• The best way to learn on your own.
• The confidence in knowing your tutorial was created by software training professionals - designed with you in mind.

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Getting Acquainted with Photoshop
1. The Photoshop Environment
2. Palettes and the Palette Well
3. Creating Custom Workspaces
4. Opening Images
5. Using the File Browser
6. Image Magnification
7. Viewing Document Information
8. Moving the Image
9. Undoing Mistakes and The History Palette
10. Displaying Drawing Guides
11. Making Measurements
12. Adding Annotations
13. Setting Preferences

Adobe Bridge
1. The Adobe Bridge Environment
2. Display Options
3. Compact Mode
4. Navigating, Opening & Placing Files
5. Searching for Files and Folders
6. Labeling and Rating Files
7. Sorting and Filtering Files
8. Copying, Moving and Deleting Files
9. Stacking and Unstacking
10. Previewing Images and the Loupe Tool
11. Rotating Images
12. Viewing a Slideshow
13. Viewing and Editing Metadata
14. Keywords

Basic Image Manipulation
1. Bitmap Images
2. Vector Images
3. Image Size and Resolution Settings
4. Scanning Images
5. Creating New Images
6. Placing Files

Color Basics
1. Color Modes and Models
2. Color Mode Conversion
3. Previewing Color Differences Between Operating Systems
4. Color Management
5. Foreground and Background Colors
6. Using the Color Picker
7. Selecting Colors with the Color Palette
8. Selecting Colors with the Eyedropper Tool
9. Selecting Colors with the Swatches Palette

Painting Tools
1. Painting Tools
2. The Brush Tool
3. Blending Modes
4. The Pencil Tool
5. The Color Replacement Tool
6. The Eraser Tool
7. The Magic Eraser Tool
8. The Background Eraser Tool
9. Using the Art History Brush
10. Using the History Brush

Brush Settings
1. Using the Brushes Palette
2. Creating Custom Brush Tips by Selection
3. Creating Custom Brush Tips in the Brushes Palette
4. Setting Shape Dynamics
5. Setting Brush Scattering
6. Setting Brush Texture
7. Setting Dual Brushes
8. Setting Color Dynamics
9. Setting Other Dynamics
10. Miscellaneous Brush Settings
11. Clearing Brush Settings
12. Saving a Customized Brush
13. Saving a Customized Brush Library

Making Selections
1. Selection Basics
2. Making Pixel Selections
3. The Marquee Tools
4. Refining Edges of Selections
5. The Lasso Tools
6. The Magic Wand Tool
7. The Quick Selection Tool
8. Selecting by Color Range
9. Adjusting Pixel Selections
10. The Extract Command
11. Copying and Pasting Pixel Selections
12. Saving and Loading Selections

Filling and Stroking
1. Applying Fills
2. Using the Paint Bucket Tool
3. Using the Gradient Tool
4. Using the Gradient Editor
5. Using Patterns
6. Using the Pattern Maker
7. Stroking

Layers
1. Using Layers and Layer Groups/Sets
2. Creating Layers and Layer Groups/Sets
3. Stacking and Linking Layers
4. Moving Layer Content with the Move Tool
5. Locking Layers
6. Common Layer Management Tasks
7. Merging and Flattening Layers

Advanced Layers
1. Layer Styles
2. Adjustment Layers and Fill Layers
3. Masking Layers
4. The Masks Panel
5. Creating Clipping Groups
6. Creating Knockouts
7. Smart Objects
8. Smart Filters

Text
1. Text Basics
2. Entering Text
3. Selecting Text
4. Editing the Bounding Box
5. Creating a Type Selection
6. Applying Effects to Type Layers
7. Using the Character Palette
8. Checking for Spelling Errors
9. Using the Paragraph Palette

Drawing
1. Raster vs. Vector
2. Shape Layers and Shape Options
3. Using the Shape Tools
4. Using the Pen Tools
5. Using the Anchor Point Tools
6. Using the Paths Palette
7. Working with Paths

Using Channels and Masking
1. Using the Channels Palette
2. Using Channels
3. Spot Colors
4. Blending Channels and Layers
5. Masks
6. Using Alpha Channels

Manipulating Images
1. Changing the Canvas Size
2. Rotating and Flipping Images
3. The Rotate View Tool
4. Cropping Images
5. The Free Transform Command
6. The Smudge Tool
7. Blurring and Sharpening Images
8. Using the Dodge Tool and the Burn Tool
9. The Sponge Tool
10. Filters and The Filter Gallery
11. The Liquify Command
12. Vanishing Point
13. The Clone Stamp Tool
14. Content-Aware Scaling
15. The Pattern Stamp Tool
16. The Healing Brush Tool
17. The Spot Healing Brush Tool
18. The Patch Tool
19. The Red Eye Tool
20. The Color Replacement Tool

Saving Images
1. Saving Images
2. The Save for Web & Devices Dialog Box

Printing
1. Printing Images
2. Setting Printing Options

Automating Tasks
1. Actions and the Actions Palette
2. Playing Actions
3. Editing Actions

Help
1. Photoshop Help
2. System Info
3. Online Updates

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128 MB RAM
256 color SVGA capable of 1024x768 resolution
Sound Card
Speakers or headphones
4x CD-ROM drive

PC: 450 MHz Intel Pentium Processor (or equivalent) and later
Windows 98 or later (including Vista)
-or-
Macintosh: 500 MHz Power PC G3 and later
Mac OS X 10.1 or later

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Payments

Methods Accepted: PayPal (preferred) or VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC.

Other: Payment is due within 3 days following the auction (72 hours). After 7 days, we file an eBay non-paying bidder alert.

Shipping

Where Shipped: Anywhere in the world.

We ship via USPS First Class (or Global Priority) mail. Delivery time is estimated by the USPS as 3-5 business days for domestic and 7-10 business days for international orders. You will receive an email confirmation & receipt once we process your order for shipment.

Delivery

When Shipped: Items paid for by 2:00 pm Eastern will be shipped the same business day.

Frequency of Shipping: Monday-Friday (except Holidays).

Refunds and Returns

Software is new and sealed. Software policy is no returns. Please feel free to contact us if you need more information before you bid.

Contact Information

E-mail at sales@teachucomp.com. We will normally respond by the next business day.

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Product Specifics

• Why are these tutorials better than others?
• What are the different packages that are available?
• What versions of the software are covered on the tutorials?
• Do I have to have the software installed on my computer?
• What are the minimum system requirements?
• Are these for MAC or PC?

Payment Methods

• Which payment methods are accepted?

Return Policy

• What is your return policy?

Shipping and Delivery

• Domestic (U.S.) Shipping
• International Shipping

Sales Tax

• Where do you charge sales tax?

License Information

• Can I copy the tutorial or manuals?
• Can I install the tutorial(s) on my corporate network or use them to teach classes?

Privacy & Software Policies

• What is your privacy policy?
• Who can sell TeachUcomp, Inc. products on eBay?
• Copyright, Trademark Infringement / Software Piracy

Product Specifics

Why are these tutorials better than others?

Our tutorials were created by software training professionals, using the knowledge and expertise gained from years of classroom training. You won't get the static displays or poor sound quality you see with other trainings. Instead, you'll be guided through an animated tour of every lesson, showing you how to perform each function. The menu and easy-to-use interface allow you to quickly find the topics you want to customize your training to fit your needs. Our instruction e-manuals (in PDF) further assist your training by providing additional instruction, as well as step-by-step practice exercises to simulate the classroom-learning environment. Watch and listen as the instructor demonstrates a function, then refer to the exercises in the manual to get hands-on practice in your software.

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What are the different packages that are available?

CPE Editions are for tax professionals seeking to meet their Continuing Professional Education requirements. Our CPE products include practice exams and final exam submission.

CD-ROM Versions are physical products shipped to you. The CD-ROMs do not install on your computer and can be used at different machines (at different times).

Online Versions are the same products as the CD-ROM versions, delivered instead to you via a subscription to our online training site. Once you purchase your subscription, we will send you your secure password and login information within one business day. Then, simply login to our website for instant access to your courses.

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What versions of the software are covered on the tutorials?

Many of our products cover multiple versions. The products are "backwards compatible" -
meaning that they cover recent as well as earlier versions. When there are differences
in functionality, it is demonstrated within the same lesson or in an entirely different
lesson. This makes our products as flexible as possible for offices with PCs on different versions or for people who upgrade. Please refer to the specific auction or store listing to determine the versions that are covered.

Our tutorials run on both PC and Macintosh. The version of software taught is the PC version. Because the majority of the training is menu-driven, most of the material will be the same. However, there are some differences between PC and MAC versions of the software. We encourage you to view the sample lesson (link at the top of this page) to gauge the differences and determine if the training suits your needs.

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Do I have to have the software installed on my computer?

Our tutorials will run without the software being installed on your computer. However, we strongly recommend that you have the software installed, so you can practice after watching the lessons.

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What are the minimum system requirements?

128 MB RAM
256 color SVGA capable of 1024x768 resolution
Sound Card
Speakers or headphones
4x CD-ROM drive

PC: 450 MHz Intel Pentium Processor (or equivalent) and later
Windows 98 or later (including Vista)
-or-
Macintosh: 500 MHz Power PC G3 and later
Mac OS X 10.1 or later

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Are these for MAC or PC?

Our tutorials run on both PC and Macintosh. The version of software taught is the PC version. Because the majority of the training is menu-driven, most of the material will be the same. However, there are some differences between PC and MAC versions of the software. We encourage you to view the sample lesson (link at the top of this page) to gauge the differences and determine if the training suits your needs.

Payment Methods

Which payment methods are accepted?

For your convenience, we offer these payment methods:

PayPal

This is our preferred payment method. It's fast, easy and secure for both parties.

Pay Us Directly by Credit Card (Only after you win an auction or use Buy It Now)

1. Call us toll-free at 877-925-8080 in the U.S. & Canada, or 517-333-2560 (Monday-Friday 9-5 Eastern)
2. Be sure to have your eBay item number handy when you call, so we can properly credit your account
3. We accept VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC

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Return Policy

What is your return policy?

Software is new and sealed. Software policy is no returns.

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Shipping and Delivery

Domestic (U.S.) Shipping

Orders placed by 2:00 PM (EST) Monday-Friday ship the same day. Orders placed
after 2:00 PM will ship the following business day.

We ship via USPS First Class within the U.S.

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International Shipping

Yes! We ship anywhere in the world - via USPS Global Priority
All duties and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

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Sales Tax

Where do you charge sales tax?

Sales tax applies to Michigan, USA orders only. If you are a tax exempt entity please fax us
your tax exempt license at 517-333-2958.

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License Information

Can I copy the tutorial or manuals?

No. Our products are copyrighted and it is illegal to make copies. However, for physical products, our trainings run directly off the CDs and do not install on your PC. Therefore,
they can be shared with everyone in the office and used on multiple PCs. The
e-manuals may be stored on up to two (2) hard drives. We also grant unlimited
personal printing rights to the owner, strictly limited to the purposes of personal
or private education or research.

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Can I install the tutorial(s) on my corporate network or use it to teach classes?

No. These require special licensing not currently available on eBay.

Privacy & Software Policies

What is your Privacy Policy?

We value your right to privacy. When you order products from TeachUcomp, Inc., your personal information is kept in strict confidence. We do not rent, sell or provide your personal data to any other entity unless required by law.

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Who can sell TeachUcomp, Inc. products on eBay?

Individuals or companies offering TeachUcomp, Inc. products MUST be an authorized distributor. TeachUcomp, Inc. does NOT permit authorized distributors or others to sell our products on eBay.

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Copyright, Trademark Infringement / Software Piracy

TeachUcomp, Inc. is a registered trademark of TeachUcomp, Inc. As a member of eBay's VERO program, we take software piracy, copyright and trademark infringement very seriously. TeachUcomp, Inc. is the author, publisher, and copyright holder of all its products. Copyright Infringement ("software piracy") is a Federal Crime, punishable by up to FIVE (5) years in prison and/or a substantial fine. Any person attempting to sell "backup" or counterfeit copies of TeachUcomp, Inc. products will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

If you believe you have purchased a counterfeit copy of our software, please notify us immediately and we will pursue the matter. Please note that due to confidentiality and TeachUcomp, Inc.'s privacy policy, we cannot disclose our findings or any actions that may be taken.

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Founded in 2001, TeachUcomp, Inc. began as a licensed software training center, with headquarters in Holt, Michigan. Providing instructor-led, classroom-style instruction in over 85 different classes, including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Peachtree and web design, teaching staff at organizations such as the American Red Cross, Public School Systems and the Small Business Association.

At TeachUcomp, Inc., we realize that small business software can be confusing, to say the least. However, finding quality training can be a challenge. TeachUcomp, Inc. has changed all that. As the industry leader in training small business software, TeachUcomp, Inc. has revolutionized computer training and will teach you the skills to become a powerful and proficient user.

In 2002, responding to the demand for high-quality training materials that provide more flexibility than classroom training, TeachUcomp, Inc. launched our first product - Mastering QuickBooks Made Easy. The enormous success of our first tutorial led to an ever-expanding product line. TeachUcomp, Inc. now proudly serves customers in over 60 different countries world-wide including individuals, small businesses, non-profits and many others. Clients include the Transportation Security Administration, NASA, Smithsonian Institution, University of Michigan, Merrill Lynch, Sprint, U.S. Army, Oracle Corporation, Hewlett-Packard and the U.S. Senate.

Our full-time staff of software training professionals have developed a product line that is the perfect solution for busy individuals. Our comprehensive tutorials cover all of the same material as our classroom trainings. Broken into individual lessons, you can target your training to meet your needs - choosing just the lessons you want (and having the option to watch them all if you like). Our tutorials are also incredibly easy to use. It's as easy as using the Internet.

You will listen and watch as our expert instructors walk you through each lesson step-by-step. Our tutorials also feature the same instruction manuals (in PDF) that our classroom students receive - and include practice exercises and keyboard shortcuts. Everything in the tutorials is presented in full-motion animation - not sequential still screens. You will see each function performed just as if the instructor were at your computer. After the lesson has finished, you then "toggle" into the application and practice what you've learned - making it the most effective interactive training solution to learn on your own.

You are a just click away from discovering the true power and potential of your software.

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