Serif PhotoPlus X3 ECD518624M Manual Do Utilizador
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Layers and Masks
2. Read the value shown for "O" (Opacity) on the HintLine (e.g., O:80%).
The readout updates constantly, showing the opacity value of each
pixel under the cursor.
For more useful hints and tips about using opacity, see PhotoPlus help.
Using depth maps
Depth maps let you add remarkable 3D realism to ordinary images. A standard
"flat" image, of course, has only two dimensions: X and Y, or width and height.
"flat" image, of course, has only two dimensions: X and Y, or width and height.
Adding a depth map to a layer gives you an extra channel that stores
information for a third (Z-axis or depth) dimension, in effect adding "volume" to
the image. It's as if the original image acquires a surface with peaks and valleys—
the image. It's as if the original image acquires a surface with peaks and valleys—
and you can play with the elevation of the landscape to achieve different visual
results.
results.
The example opposite was created simply by painting
in white (on a green background) with a fuzzy brush
in white (on a green background) with a fuzzy brush
on the depth map.
Changes on the "map" layer produce the effect of
highs and lows in the "surface"... it's like using a 3D
Changes on the "map" layer produce the effect of
highs and lows in the "surface"... it's like using a 3D
brush!
You can also combine depth maps with pre-defined 3D effects hosted in the
Instant Effects tab to create fascinating surfaces and textures—simply click on a
Instant Effects tab to create fascinating surfaces and textures—simply click on a
thumbnail from one of the tab's categorized galleries with your layer containing
the depth map selected, e.g.
Elements -
Fire Storm
Abstract -
Plasma
Stone -
Polished Stone