Working with the Photoshop UI

• Describe the advantages of saving workspaces.
• Given a view in Adobe Bridge, explain when you would use that view.
• Describe the basic functionality provided by the Preset Manager, and explain how to use the
• Preset Manager to manage libraries.
• Customize menus and keyboard shortcuts by selecting options in the
• Keyboard Shortcuts and Menus dialog box.

Painting and retouching

• Given a tool, paint an object by using that tool (Tools include: Brush Tool, Pencil Tool, Eraser).
• Given a tool, retouch an image by using that tool (Tools include: Healing Brush, Patch Tool, Color Replacement Tool, Red Eye tool).
• Adjust the tonal range of an image by selecting the proper options and using a levels adjustment layer.
• Adjust the tonal range of an image by selecting the proper options and using a curves adjustment layer.
• Explain how blending modes are used to control how pixels are eff ected when using a painting or editing tool.
• Create and use patterns.
• Create and use gradients.
• Given a setting in the Exposure dialog box, explain how that setting aff ects an image.
• Create and edit a custom brush.

Creating and using layers

• Create and arrange layers and groups.
• Explain the purpose of layer comps and when you would use a layer comp.
• Explain how or why you would use a clipping group.
• Explain how or why you would use a layer mask.
• Create and save a layer style.
• Select and work with multiple layers in an image.
• Given a scenario, edit layer properties.
• Create and use Smart objects.

Working with selections

• Create and modify selections by using the appropriate selection tool.
• Save and load selections.
• Explain how to create and modify a temporary mask by using the Quick mask command.
• Create and modify selections by using the Channels palette.

Supporting video

• Explain the purpose of Video Preview.
• Describe the purpose of pixel aspect ratio correction.

Understanding file properties

• Given a scenario, select the appropriate color mode for an image (Scenarios include for Web, for Video, for Print).
• Add metadata for an image in Adobe Photoshop.
• Explain the functionality provided by High Dynamic Range (HDR) images and describe the workfl ow for HDR fi les.
• Explain the advantages of working with 16-bit images versus 8-bit images.

Working with vector tools

• Create shape layers and paths by using the Pen and Shape tools.
• Explain the advantages of using vector drawing tools versus using raster drawing tools.
• Given a scenario, alter the properties of type.
• Create and edit paths by using the Paths palette.

Working with automation

• Create and use actions.
• Create and use batches.
• List and describe the automation features available in Adobe Photoshop.
• Describe the diff erence between scripting and actions and when you would use one over the other.

Working with filters

• Given a scenario, select the appropriate settings and use the Reduce Noise filter.
• Given a scenario, select the appropriate settings and use the Smart Sharpen filter.
• Describe the functionality of the Filter Gallery.

Managing assets with Bridge

• List and describe the functionality Adobe Bridge provides for viewing assets.
• Explain how to apply metadata and keywords to assets in Adobe Bridge.
• List and describe the functionality and set the appropriate options for
• Camera RAW preferences, and the Apply Camera RAW Settings menu options.

Using Camera RAW

• Describe advantages of the RAW camera format.
• Given an adjustment setting, explain the purpose of that setting.
• Explain the purpose of and functionality provided by the Open, Save, and

Outputting to print

• Given a color handling method in the Print with Preview dialog box, explain when you would use that method.
• Given a scenario, select and explain when to use a specifi c Print command (Print commands include: Print One Copy, Print Preview, Print).
• Explain the diff erences between monitor, images, and device resolution.

Managing color

• Discuss the color management workfl ow process that is used in Adobe Photoshop (Topics include: ICC profi les, color management engine, color numbers).
• Describe the diff erence between assigning and converting to ICC profi les.
• Confi gure color settings by using the Color Settings dialog box.
• Explain the purpose of and how to use the Proof Setup command.
• Discuss the relationship between color gamut and rendering intents.

Preparing and outputting images for the Web

• Given a scenario, choose the appropriate fi le format to optimize images for the Web.
• Create transparent and matted images by using the Save for Web command.
• Explain the purpose of and how to use Variables.
• Explain how slices can be used to optimize images for the Web (Options include: layer based, user based, linking slices for optimization).
• Explain the use of layers when creating an animation in Photoshop.