# PhotoshopElements

# Apply a gradient

1. To fill part of the image, select the area with one of the selection tools. Otherwise, the gradient fill is applied to the entire active layer.
2. Select the Gradient tool .
3. In the options bar, click the desired gradient type.
4. Choose a gradient fill from the Gradient Picker palette in the options bar.
5. (Optional) Set gradient options in the options bar.
   Mode
     Specifies how the gradient blends with the existing pixels in the image.

   Opacity
     Sets the opacity of the gradient. A low opacity setting allows pixels under the gradient to show through. Drag the pop‑up slider or enter an opacity value.

   Reverse
     Switches the order of the colors in the gradient fill.

   Dither
     Creates a smoother blend with less obvious bands of color.

   Transparency
     Uses the gradient’s transparency (instead of any transparent areas in the image) if the gradient has transparent areas.

6. In the image, position the pointer where you want to set the starting point of the gradient, and drag to define the ending point. To constrain the gradient angle to a multiple of 45°, hold down Shift as you drag.

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