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Sue Saintlouis
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Join date: 8 Dec 2006
Posts: 420
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07-08-2007 13:29
I am sure this is going to sound like a ridiculous question, but I can't figure it out...
I created an image, using File | New. But, I forgot to make the background transparent. So, do I have to start all over, or is there a way to modify my existing image to make the background transparent?
TIA!
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Osgeld Barmy
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Join date: 22 Mar 2005
Posts: 3,336
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07-08-2007 14:38
filters -> colors -> color to alpha
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Lee Ponzu
What Would Steve Do?
Join date: 28 Jun 2006
Posts: 1,770
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07-08-2007 20:49
You can select the parts you want to be transparent, and then Edit>Clear that selection. Turn off other layers to see that it worked.
There are various tools to help you select the unwanted parts, such as Quick Mask, Fuzzy Select, Select by Color, Scissors, and Paths.
Be sure to work on a duplicated layer, so you don't wreck the original.
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Domino Marama
Domino Designs
Join date: 22 Sep 2006
Posts: 1,126
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07-09-2007 03:12
Do you mean when you forget to set the background as transparent when first creating the image? If so "Layer - Transparency - Add Alpha Channel" is what you need.
You should also look at the masking features as these are great for working with semi transparent textures. Unlike a pure alpha channel, the mask lets you work on the transparency without affecting the base image. "Layer - Mask - Add Layer Mask" will get you started on those.
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