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P: PS Beta 25.4: Pen tool: Option/Alt shortcut key

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December 17, 2023
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I have encountered some difficulties with the pen tool in Photoshop 25.4. Since the latest update, the pen tool does not work as it should. For instance, when I try to remove an anchor point, the convert point tool does not switch on automatically. Also, the eyedropper tool appear when i press ALT button. These problems are affecting my workflow and productivity. I would appreciate any assistance or guidance on how to resolve this error. Thank you for your time and attention.

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deniz13

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when editing the spline using alt, i just get the eyedropper tool instead. seems to be working in the non-beta version of PS

Jeff Arola

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Adobe is aware of the issue and is working on a fix.

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Yasin302622257zfn

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I want to disable the color picker activation when pressing the Alt key while using the pen tool. Previously, I used to press the Alt key to cut the pen tool in order to draw straight cut lines smoothly. However, after the last update, when I press the Alt key, the color picker activates, and I can't perform the cutting action. How can I fix this?

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gerald29704530bp75

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yes this sux, theres no way you can get rid of eyedropper issue on alt press. hope the devs bring back the VERY useful tool combo in pen tool

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Zealous_fighter6C12

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In the new Beta version 25.4, when clicking on the option key to control the Vector line, I get the loupe instead. I couldn't find an alternate key to thwart the line. I had to go back to the older version

Deltaweb

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Hi, I'm experiencing this same problem. I don't have a solution unfortunately, but I seem to have noticed there have been multiple iterations of Photoshop v25.4 and the most recent update of 25.4 appears to be what cause the bug to occur. I had been using 25.4 from its original release without problems and now I'm experiencing the same issue by extension, however we can't regress in increments. When reverting back to a previous version, which one did you choose? I recall having issues with 25.3's transform tools

Edit: I use both windows 10 and 11 and can confirm it does not work on both operating systems. If you're a Mac user, that makes 3

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davidceva30

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cuando se usa la herramienta de pluma y se quiere acortar el bezier, siempre se lo hacía aplastando la tecla option y al hacerlo ahora aparece el seleccionador de color y no deja acortar los beziers.

Trevor.Dennis

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This is a known issue with 25.4 across Windows and Mac systems

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Photopew

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Перестал работать быстрый доступ к инструменту в момент работы с пером при нажатии клавиши Alt зачем-то выходит пипетка вместо инструмента "Угол"... Найти не могу, где это можно перенастроить.

Trevor.Dennis

Community Expert

Quick access to the tool stopped working while working with the pen, when pressing the Alt key, for some reason the eyedropper comes out instead of the "Corner" tool... I can't find where this can be reconfigured.

By @Photopew

Hi Pew. This is a known issue and undoubtedly being worked on. Least ways it would have been accepts it's Christmas.

The Full release version does not have this problem, so you have that option if the Alt/Opt shortcut is a problem for you.

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ANEESH MUKKATTU

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Today morning

i have updated Photoshop Beta 25.4.0 version,

now i can't select a curved object with pen tool, while i using pen tool for selecting a curved object i can't use "Alt" key if i press "Alt" Key suddenly showing Eyedropper tool. until yesterday it was working well,please check the video i have attached.

Pen_tool_not_working_properly.zip

Jeff Arola

Community Expert

Adobe is aware of the issue and is working on a fix.

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Sarah23365778qrit

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Two days ago, after updating to the latest version of the Photoshop beta (25.4), I started encountering a problem with the pen tool.

Before this update, I could press and hold the 'Alt' key to individually manipulate a handle in the desired direction.

Now, when I hold 'Alt,' the software only displays the eyedropper tool instead of the usual icon for dragging handles.

I can still use the 'Command' key to adjust both handles simultaneously, which functions as expected. But the issue seems to be specific to the 'Alt' key functionality in the pen tool.

Picture shows how I was holding alt, but it shows the eyedropper tool. Besides the update I didn't change anything else.

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Sarah23365778qrit

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I forgot to mention I use Windows 10.

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chbenard

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Photoshop Beta 25.4.0 - updated today

Mac OS Monterey 12.6

Holding Option while using the pen tool shows the eyedropper tool instead of the usual > symbol to convert anchor point?!

I use the pen tool all the time so it is a big issue... Am I missing something?

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kelly_mansf

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I'm having the exact same issue. Please help!

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ゆうと34298293br3m

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Pen tool, press Alt to change to straw tool, can't adjust anchor point!!!!

Trevor.Dennis

Community Expert

This is a known issue with 25.4 beta

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Roman30547145tvnb

Participating Frequently

When you hold down the ALT button in pen mode, the color swatch dropper appears and it is not possible to adjust the guides. The screenshot does not show the dropper(

Trevor.Dennis

Community Expert

Hi Roman

Can you expand on your description please?

What tool are you using? You mention Pen Mode, but I don't think you are referring to the Pen tool. I can't match the behaviour you describe to the Brush tool either.

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A full resolution screen shot of your entire workspace showing document window, layers panel, Toolbar, would be very helpful.

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