Separating layer and photo

Question

In this tutorial JPG file is given with a white backgound in window explorer.

But file separated the photo and the background. That means, in the layer panel Photo is with transperant background and layer is with white background. Is it possible to do so?

jane-e · Accepted Answer

"Convert to Smart Object"What is meant by Smart Object?By @MahaB82A Yes, in your case the subject is the car. &#128522; "Smart Objects are a type of container that holds multiple layers within Photoshop. Apply properties and characteristics to multiple layers, combining different tools, filters, and features. Then undo and make changes as you need to — the original image is protected."https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop/smart-objects.html "Smart Objects are wonderful tools in Photoshop. They enable you to make unlimited changes without losing quality and provide an amazing amount of flexibility. This nondestructive way of working is really the modern workflow for Photoshop".https://photoshopcafe.com/use-smart-objects-photoshop-ultimate-guide/ Jane

Kevin Stohlmeyer · Answer

Hi @MahaB82A the course files should match what the tutorial shows.

But in this case, here is how to convert to match the tutorial:

Open the jpg
Use Select>Subject to make a selection of the car.
Click the Layer Mask button at the bottom of the Layers Panel. This will separate the car from the white background.
Then Right click the new layer and choose "Convert to Smart Object".
Last click the new layer button at the bottom of the Layers Panel, go to Edit>Fill and choose White.
Rearrange the layers to put the white layer below the car.

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