Objective | Skill | Page |
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1.0 | | Working with the Photoshop user interface | |
| 1.1 | Describe the advantages of saving workspaces | 72 |
| 1.2 | Given a view in Adobe Bridge, explain when you would use that view | 12-13 |
| 1.3 | Describe the basic functionality provided by the Preset Manager, and explain how to use the Preset Manager to manage libraries | 71 |
| 1.4 | Customize menus and keyboard shortcuts by selecting options in the Keyboard Shortcuts and Menus dialog box | 73-75 |
2.0 | | Painting and retouching | |
| 2.1 | Given a tool, paint an object by using that tool. Tools include: Brush Tool, Pencil Tool, and Eraser | 214-215, 224-226 |
| 2.2 | Given a tool, retouch an image by using that tool. Tools include: Healing Brush, Patch Tool, Color Replacement Tool, and Red Eye Tool | 160-161, 163, 230 |
| 2.3 | Adjust the tonal range of an image by selecting the proper options and using a levels adjustment layer | 164-165, 190-191 |
| 2.4 | Adjust the tonal range of an image by selecting the proper options and using a curves adjustment layer | 191-193 |
| 2.5 | Explain how blending modes are used to control how pixels are effected when using a paint or editing tool | 98-99, 112, 142-143 |
| 2.6 | Create and use patterns | 336-337 |
| 2.7 | Create and use gradients | 198, 227-229 |
| 2.8 | Given a setting in the Exposure dialog box, explain how that setting affects an image | 201 |
| 2.9 | Create and edit a custom brush | 211-212 |
3.0 | | Creating and using layers | |
| 3.1 | Create and arrange layers and groups | 100-103 |
| 3.2 | Explain the purpose of layer comps and when you would use one | 116, 139 |
| 3.3 | Explain how or why you would use a clipping group | 266 |
| 3.4 | Explain how or why you would use a layer mask | 232-233 |
| 3.5 | Create and save a layer style | 274-293 |
| 3.6 | Select and work with multiple layers in an image | 108-110, 113-114 |
| 3.7 | Given a scenario, edit layer properties | 115, 118 |
| 3.8 | Create and use Smart Objects | 21 |
4.0 | | Working with selections | |
| 4.1 | Create and modify selections by using the appropriate selection tool | 78-87 |
| 4.2 | Save and load selections | 243, 246-247 |
| 4.3 | Explain how to create and modify a temporary mask by using the Quick mask command | 96, 250-151 |
| 4.4 | Create and modify selections by using the Channels palette | 92-93 |
5.0 | | Supporting video | |
| 5.1 | Explain the purpose of Video Preview | 16-17 |
| 5.2 | Describe the purpose of pixel aspect ratio correction | 16-17 |
6.0 | | Understanding file properties | |
| 6.1 | Given a scenario, select the appropriate color mode for an image Scenaries include: Web, Video, and Print | 171-180 |
| 6.2 | Add metadata for an image in Adobe Photoshop | 12-13, 168, 384-385, 414-415, 448-454 |
| 6.3 | Explain the functionality provided by High Dynamic Range (HDR) images and describe the workflow for HDR files | 168-169, 414-415 |
| 6.4 | Explain the advantages of working with 16-bit versus 8-bit images | 18-19, 168-169 |
7.0 | | Working with vector tools | |
| 7.1 | Create shape layers and paths by using the Pen and Shape tools | 256-267 |
| 7.2 | Explain the advantages of using vector drawing tools versus using raster drawing tools | 254 |
| 7.3 | Given a scenario, alter the properties type | 296-303 |
| 7.4 | Create and edit paths by using the Paths palette | 256-258, 260-265, 270 |
8.0 | | Working with automation | |
| 8.1 | Create and use actions | 348-363 |
| 8.2 | Create and use batches | 366-368, 398-415, 418 |
| 8.3 | List and describe the automation features available in Photoshop | 398-399 |
| 8.4 | Describe the difference between scripting and actions and when you would use one over the other | 364-365 |
9.0 | | Working with filters | |
| 9.1 | Given a scenario, select the appropriate settings and use the Reduce Noise filter | 147 |
| 9.2 | Given a scenario, select the appropriate settings and use the Smart Sharpen filter | 156-157 |
| 9.3 | Describe the functionality of the Filter Gallery | 320-323 |
10.0 | | Managing assets with Bridge | |
| 10.1 | List and describe the functionality Adobe Bridge provides for viewing assets | 12-13 |
| 10.2 | Explain how to apply metadata and keywords to assets in Adobe Bridge | 12-13 |
| 10.3 | List and describe the functionality and set the appropriate options for Camera RAW preferences, and the Apply Camera RAW Settings menu options | 18-19 |
11.0 | | Using Camera RAW | |
| 11.1 | Describe advantages of the RAW camera format | 18-19 |
| 11.2 | Given the adjustment setting, explain the purpose of that setting | 18-19 |
| 11.3 | Explain the purpose of and functionality provided by the Open, Save, and Done buttons in the Camera RAW dialog box | 18-19, 381 |
| 11.4 | Describe how to use the Digital Negative converter and explain the importance of the DNG | 19 |
12.0 | | Outputting to print | |
| 12.1 | Given a color handling method in the Print with Preview dialog box, explain when you would use that method | 374-377 |
| 12.2 | Given a scenario, select and explain when to use a specific Print command. Print commands include: Print One Copy, Print Preview, and Print | 374-378, 380 |
| 12.3 | Explain the differences between monitor, images, and device resolution | 396 |
13.0 | | Managing color | |
| 13.1 | Discuss the color management workflow process. Topics include: ICC profiles, color management engine, and color numbers | 207, 420-421, 428-433 |
| 13.2 | Describe the difference between assigning and converting to ICC profiles | 430-433 |
| 13.3 | Configure color settings by using the Color Settings dialog box | 428-430 |
| 13.4 | Explain the purpose of and how to use the Proof Setup command | 420-423, 426-427 |
| 13.5 | Discuss the relationship between color gamut and rendering intents | 425 |
14.0 | | Preparing and Outputting images for the Web | |
| 14.1 | Given a scenario, choose the appropriate file format to optimize images for the Web | 390-391, 446-455 |
| 14.2 | Create transparent and matted images by using the Save for Web command | 442-443 |
| 14.3 | Explain the purpose of and how to use Variables | 468-469 |
| 14.4 | Explain how slices can be used to optimize images for the Web Options include: layer based, user based, and linking slices | 462-463 |
| 14.5 | Explain the use of layers when creating an animation | 458-461 |