Whether you're new to Adobe Photoshop or looking to refresh your skills, this course will guide you through the core workflows that power modern image editing — right from your browser. Photoshop Foundations is a beginner-friendly course designed to help you build confidence with Photoshop on the web. Across three short, hands-on modules, you'll explore the Photoshop interface; practice essential editing techniques; and develop the skills to organize, enhance, and export images with creative control. From setting up an Adobe Creative Cloud account to mastering selections, adjustments, and nondestructive workflows, this course provides a complete introduction to modern image editing.
Adobe Photoshop Foundations
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Adobe Photoshop Foundations
This course is part of Photoshop image editing, compositing and AI Specialization
Instructor: Adobe
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Navigate the Photoshop web interface and apply core editing techniques using layers and adjustments.
Use selection tools and adjustment layers to enhance images non-destructively.
Organize and export images using best practices for quality and creative control.
Apply sharpening and finishing techniques to prepare images for different platforms.
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Assessments
3 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Photoshop image editing, compositing and AI Specialization
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