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Sling_Shot13
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September 5, 2018
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Mask Opacity Affects Entire Image

  • September 5, 2018
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I have searched for this, but no one seems to have my specific issue.

I have a layer mask masking out a circle. I want to "lighten" the mask so I can see the rest of the masked off portion while I'm working, but can't seem to adjust the mask opacity.

I click on the mask and adjust the opacity and fill slider: the entire image becomes less visible, rather than just the mask.

I try the above with the mask and image linked / unlinked: same results

I use the Mask Display Options to lower the density: nothing changes. Tried it linked / unlinked, doesn't seem to do anything.

Any tips are greatly appreciated!

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Correct answer Theresa J

Did you try selecting the mask and then adjusting the density slider in the properties panel? This is a way to non destructively or temporarily adjust the mask.

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Sling_Shot13Author
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September 7, 2018

Here are some examples:

Before applying layer mask:

With Mask enabled:

Using output slider on Mask levels:

Using opacity slider on Mask:

As you can see, the whole image is affected by what I do to the Mask. Same results linked / unlinked, and NO change when I adjust Density through Mask Options.

What am I doing wrong?

Thanks again!

Theresa J
Theresa JCorrect answer
Community Expert
September 7, 2018

Did you try selecting the mask and then adjusting the density slider in the properties panel? This is a way to non destructively or temporarily adjust the mask.

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    Sling_Shot13Author
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    September 7, 2018

    Yes, thanks -- I've tried this, the entire image is adjusted, rather than just the mask. I've tried it linked / unlinked

    Dramenon
    Community Manager
    DramenonCommunity Manager
    Community Manager
    September 5, 2018
    1. You could select the Mask.
    2. Select "Levels" CMD or CTRL + L
    3. Choose slider for Output Levels.

    See attached video.

    Same thing could be achieved with Layers Panel > Layer Opacity or Fill slider.
    I just like Levels for additional tricks

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      Sling_Shot13Author
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      September 7, 2018

      Thank you for your helpful reply. I tried your suggestion, and even with only the mask selected and either linked or unlinked, it affected the entire image, not just the mask. :/

      I'll see if I can get a screenshot to show what I'm doing

      Sahil.Chawla
      Community Manager
      Sahil.ChawlaCommunity Manager
      Community Manager
      September 5, 2018

      Hi there,

      As you're facing issue with the mask opacity, could you please share a screenshot of the Photoshop workspace with us so that we can review it at our end and help you out further?

      Regards,

      Sahil

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      Sling_Shot13Author
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      September 7, 2018

      Thank you for your reply. I added some screenshots in response to my original message.

      davescm
      davescm
      Community Expert
      September 7, 2018

      Hi

      Theresa gave the answer earlier. It is not the Fill /Opacity for the layer you should adjust, it is the mask Density in properties - see screenshot below:

      Dave

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