PhotoshopElements

Modify a saved selection

You can modify saved selections by replacing, adding to, or subtracting from them.

  1. Make a selection in your photo.
  2. Choose Select > Save Selection.
  3. In the Save Selection dialog box, choose the selection you want to modify from the Selection menu.
  4. Select one of the following and click OK:
    Replace Selection
    Replaces the saved selection with the current selection.

    Add To Selection
    Adds the current selection to the saved selection.

    Subtract From Selection
    Subtracts the current selection from the saved selection.

    Intersect With Selection
    Replaces the saved selection with the intersection between the current selection and the saved selection.
    You can also modify a saved selection by loading it and using selection tools to add to it (Shift-drag) or subtract from it (Option-drag). (See Add to or subtract from a selection.)