zman
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Post by zman on Sept 30, 2019 22:07:27 GMT
Using PSE 9. I know how to create a circle outline using the elliptical tool, but can't figure out how to reposition and resize the selected area. I've taken a few images using a "crystal ball" and what to reorient only the part of the image within the ball.
Thank you for the help.
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Post by pontiac1940 on Sept 30, 2019 22:27:53 GMT
Neat photo.
Do you want to "rotate" the entire ball, say, 180°?
You might try using the "quick selection" tool below the elliptical tool. Carefully make sure the entire ball is selected and then copy it. You can then rotate it manually and covering up the original.
Can I post a fast example using your photo?
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Post by Major Major on Sept 30, 2019 22:32:59 GMT
Zman -
To reposition or resize the selected area, choose Select | Transform selection, and fiddle with the handles.
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Post by Sepiana on Sept 30, 2019 23:01:12 GMT
zman, following up on Major Major 's suggestion, . . . To rotate the selected area, go to Image>Rotate Selection. Then, take your pick -- Free, 90°, 180°, etc, etc. |
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Post by fotofrank on Oct 1, 2019 0:57:24 GMT
You could duplicate the layer Rotate 180 degree on just that duplicated layer Lower the opacity and align the spheres with the move tool or arrow keys with the move tool selected to match Reset the Opacity Apply a layer mask to the duplicated layer Invert the Layer mask to Black Paint with white on the layer mask to bring in the sphere the way you want it.  |
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Post by Tpgettys on Oct 1, 2019 3:13:15 GMT
To reposition or resize the selected area, choose Select | Transform selection, and fiddle with the handles.
Hi Zman, I think the above method is the answer to your question.
A little more can be said however. When the cursor is near a corner of the transform box, it will either be a diagonal or an arc icon. If diagonal, pulling on the corner will retain the selection's aspect ratio (a circle will remain a circle). If it is an arc, you can pull on the corner to rotate the selection.
Let us know if you have what you were after.
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zman
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Post by zman on Oct 1, 2019 14:18:30 GMT
Thank you Major Major and all for your help and suggestions. Once again you've come to my rescue. Major Major's answer did the trick, and best of all it was an easy fix.  |
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Post by Major Major on Oct 1, 2019 17:27:00 GMT
zman-
Glad to have helped.
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Post by hmca on Oct 1, 2019 21:12:15 GMT
I like the vision you had for your image, zman! |
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