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RJEphoto
RJEphoto
Inspiring
May 9, 2023
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P: Square Gradient Tool

  • May 9, 2023
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Can we get a square gradient tool, and not just the radial one?  Think "editing windows in a house".  Not every shape in a photo is a circle, so why don't we have a square gradient tool?  Cheers!

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    richardc57400584
    Known Participant
    January 14, 2024

    There needs to be a rectangular mask option that works like the radial (circular) mask option. All too often I have rectangular objects that need to be masked. The linear gradient that has always been a part of Lightroom is stupidly limited; it SHOULD function like the radial gradient which would make it far more useful. I do a lot of architectual photography and am always dealing with windows, 99% of which are rectagular, not circular. There should likewise be a rectangular brush option for the same reason. Case closed.

      robertl97064673
      robertl97064673
      Participant
      April 28, 2024

      Having a box shaped shaped gradient (with adjustable sides) can help with editing real estate photography. This way one could adjust things through a door or window.
      It would also help with masking a home. Subject mask does work 90% of the time, but I usually have to then add a brush mask to get the things it missed. 

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      j9pers
      Participant
      June 15, 2023

      Thank you! I am a real estate photographer and have so many square corners to brush over! I came here to specifically request this feature and you beat me to it! 

      Square paintbrush and gradient tools please!  

      RJEphoto
      RJEphotoAuthor
      Inspiring
      May 9, 2023

      Also a square paintbrush tool?  It's nearly impossible to make a perfect square corner with a round paintbrush.

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