Adobe Photoshop CS2 On Demand [Electronic resources]

Using the Lasso Marquee Tool

The Lasso Marquee is a freeform tool that requires a bit of hand-to-eye coordination. Select the Lasso tool on the toolbox from the available Lasso options, move into the active document, and then drag the tool, using the mouse (or drawing tablet) to control your movements. Hold down the Alt (Win) or Option (Mac) key, and then drag to draw straight-line segments. Releasing the mouse instructs the Lasso tool to close the selection shape. That's all there is to it. I did mention that it requires good hand-to-eye coordination, didn't I? When you use this tool, don't drink too much coffee, and have a really big mouse pad.

Use the Lasso Marquee Tool

Select the

Lasso tool on the toolbox.

Click the

Tool Preset list arrow, and then select from the available tool presets.

Use the selection options on the Options bar to create a new selection, or add, subtract or intersect an existing selection.

Enter a numerical value (0 to 250) in the Feather box to create a feathered selection edge.

Select the

Anti-alias check box to create a softer selection (useful with intensely rounded or curved selections.

Drag the selection area you want.

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