
When Does a Photo Clipping Mask Work Better Than a Clipping Path?
A clipping path is not always the right tool. Here is when a photo clipping mask makes more sense, and where the difference shows up in real Photoshop work.
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A clipping path is not always the right tool. Here is when a photo clipping mask makes more sense, and where the difference shows up in real Photoshop work.

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Image clipping path and background removal are often treated as the same thing, but they are not. Here is how they differ, and when each method makes more sense.

A practical guide to what happens after a photoshoot, from file backup and culling to retouching, export settings, and final delivery.
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