photoshop tutorials for beginners step by step

Photoshop tutorials

View all Photoshop tutorials

Create anything you can imagine.

Learn the basics, or refine your skills with tutorials designed to inspire.

Photoshop Get Started course

Get to know photoshop on the web beta, get started with content authenticity, photoshop on your ipad, tips and tricks for photoshop on your ipad, edit photos in photoshop on your ipad, quick start tutorials, beginner photo editing course, beginner selections course, beginner layer masking course, beginner photo compositing course, remove objects from photos course, projects for experienced users, photo editing for experienced users, design for experienced users, free tutorials from creativelive, youtube tutorials from our partners, beginner projects, beginner projects for photoshop on your ipad, more beginner projects, more photography tutorials, more design tutorials, get inspired.

Language Navigation

Home > Photoshop Basics

Photoshop Basics Tutorials

Learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop! These tutorials are perfect for Photoshop beginners or anyone who just needs to refresh their skills, covering the essentials topics you need to know to get up to speed with Photoshop quickly! Use the links below to jump to lesson chapters and other popular topics, or scroll down for our latest Photoshop Basics tutorials!

Still using an old version of Photoshop? Get the latest version !

Lesson chapters

Latest Photoshop Basics tutorials

Using layer effects with layer masks in photoshop.

Using layer effects and a layer mask on the same layer can give you unexpected results. Learn the tricks to getting your effects and masks working perfectly together!

How to Paste an Image into a Layer Mask in Photoshop

Learn the simple trick that lets you paste an image or a texture directly into a layer mask!

Photoshop’s Brush Tool Fixed in Latest Update

Photoshop’s Brush Tool is finally fixed in the latest Photoshop update and no longer gets lost in the background as you paint!

How to Crop a Single Layer in Photoshop

Here are two ways to crop a single layer in Photoshop so you can crop an image on one layer without cropping every layer at once.

How to Download the Photoshop Beta and Preview Upcoming Features

Try out upcoming Photoshop features before their official release by downloading the Photoshop beta. This tutorial shows you how.

Remove Distractions with Neutral Color Mode in Photoshop

Remove distracting colors from Photoshop’s interface with the new Neutral Color Mode option in Photoshop 2022.

Select Subject’s New Cloud Option in Photoshop 2022

Get better 1-click selections in Photoshop 2022 with Select Subject’s new Cloud option that processes your image on Adobe’s servers.

How to Keep An Image Centered After Cropping in Photoshop

Is Photoshop not centering your image on the screen after you crop it? Here’s why it happens and how to fix it!

How to Resize Selections in Photoshop with Transform Selection

Learn how to resize a selection outline, not the pixels inside it, using Photoshop’s Transform Selection command.

Drawing Selections with the Marquee Selection Tools in Photoshop

New to Photoshop’s selection tools? Start here! Learn how to make basic selections using the Rectangular Marquee Tool and the Elliptical Marquee Tool, and how to combine basic selections into more complex shapes!

How to Draw Custom Shapes in Photoshop

Learn how to draw custom shapes in Photoshop using the Custom Shape Tool and the Shapes panel. Plus how to load hundreds of missing shapes, how to merge shapes, and how to save your own custom shape presets!

Photoshop Tools and Toolbar Overview

Learn all about Photoshop’s tools and the toolbar, including a complete summary of the nearly 70 tools available as of Photoshop 2022.

How to Draw Shapes with the Shape Tools in Photoshop

Learn the basics of drawing shapes using the shape tools in Photoshop 2022!

Navigate Images Fast with Birds Eye View in Photoshop

Learn how to navigate images using Birds Eye View, one of Photoshop’s best hidden features and the fastest way to zoom in and out to inspect different parts of your image!

Zoom And Pan All Images At Once In Photoshop

Learn the trick to zooming and panning all open images in Photoshop at the same time, and how to instantly match the zoom level or location for all images!

How to Zoom Images in Photoshop

Learn how to zoom, scroll and navigate images in Photoshop like a pro with this step-by-step tutorial for Photoshop beginners.

How to Add Copyright and Contact Info to Images with Photoshop

Before sharing your photos online, learn how to protect and promote your work by adding copyright and contact information to your images with Photoshop!

Using the Object Selection Tool in Photoshop 2022

Learn how to use the improved Object Selection Tool in Photoshop 2022, along with its brand new Object Finder, to quickly select people, animals and other objects in your image just by hovering your mouse cursor over them!

Make Photoshop Your Default Image Editor in Windows 11

Learn how to set Photoshop as your default app for opening JPEG images, PNG files and more in Microsoft’s new Windows 11.

How to Draw a Perfect 5 Point Star in Photoshop

Learn how easy it is to draw a perfect 5 point star, or 5 sided star, in Photoshop. And how to save the star as a custom shape so you won’t need to draw it again.

Open Image vs Place Image in Photoshop

Learn the difference between opening an image and placing an image in Photoshop, and why one is perfect for blending two images together!

How to Make Photoshop Your Default Image Editor

Want to open images into Photoshop just by double-clicking on them? Here’s how to make Photoshop your default image editor in Windows 10 and macOS!

Find the Missing Gradients, Patterns and Shapes in Photoshop

Photoshop’s classic gradients, patterns and shapes from previous versions, and most of the new patterns and shapes, are hidden by default. Here’s where to find them in Photoshop 2021!

How to Crop Images in Photoshop with the Crop Tool

Learn how to crop images, how to straighten images, and how to crop an image non-destructively using the Crop Tool in Photoshop!

How to Keep Photoshop Always Up to Date

Not sure if you’re running the latest version of Photoshop? Learn how easy it is to keep Photoshop up to date using the Adobe Creative Cloud app!

How to Crop Images in a Circle Shape with Photoshop

Tired of cropping your images as rectangles and squares? Learn how to easily crop an image into a circle with Photoshop!

Using the Enhanced Properties Panel in Photoshop

Learn about all the new features added to the enhanced Properties panel in Photoshop CC 2020, and why it’s quickly becoming a one-stop shop for the options you need the most!

Select Subject vs Remove Background in Photoshop

Learn the difference between the Select Subject and Remove Background commands in Photoshop and how to use them to remove backgrounds from your photos!

How to use Select Subject in Photoshop for One-Click Selections

Learn how the powerful and improved Select Subject command in Photoshop CC 2020 lets you instantly select people, animals and more with a single click!

Open Multiple Images As Layers In Photoshop

Learn how to quickly open multiple images into the same Photoshop document and have each image appear on its own separate layer!

How to Create a Rainbow Gradient in Photoshop

Learn how to create your own rainbow gradient in Photoshop, how to save it as a rainbow gradient preset, and how to quickly add your rainbow colors to images and text!

Free Transform in Photoshop – New Features and Changes

Get up to speed with the latest features, updates and changes to Free Transform in Photoshop. Now updated for Photoshop CC 2020.

How to use Free Transform in Photoshop

Learn how to scale, rotate, flip, skew and distort images using Free Transform in Photoshop CC 2020!

How to use Content-Aware Fill in Photoshop CC 2020

Learn how to remove unwanted objects or repair missing detail in your images with the powerful and improved Content-Aware Fill workspace in Photoshop CC 2020!

Drawing Custom Shapes with the Shapes Panel in Photoshop CC 2020

Learn how the new Shapes panel in Photoshop CC 2020 makes drawing custom shapes easier than ever, and where to find hundreds of new shapes now included with Photoshop!

New Ways to Add Gradients in Photoshop

Adding gradients to images, shapes and type is now faster and easier than ever with the new Gradients panel in Photoshop CC 2020.

The New Gradients and Gradients Panel in Photoshop CC 2020

Learn all about the new Gradients panel in Photoshop CC 2020, the amazing new gradient presets now included with Photoshop, and how to create, edit and save your own gradients and gradient sets!

Create Color Swatches from Images in Photoshop 2020

Learn how to turn photos into color swatches by sampling colors directly from images, and how to save your colors as custom swatch sets, in the latest version of Photoshop CC!

Drag and Drop Color Swatches in Photoshop

Learn how the improved Swatches panel in Photoshop CC 2020 makes it easy to drag and drop colors directly into your document.

Work Anywhere with Cloud Documents in Photoshop

Learn how to save your work as a cloud document in Photoshop CC 2020 so you can keep working on any PC, Mac or iPad where you’re logged in to the Creative Cloud!

Warp Images with the Enhanced Warp Tool in Photoshop

Learn how to warp images like never before with the improved and enhanced Warp Tool in Photoshop CC 2020!

How to Turn Your Photoshop Brush into an Eraser

Want to erase with the same Photoshop brush you’re painting with? Learn two easy ways to instantly turn your brush into an eraser, including a brand new way in Photoshop CC 2020!

How to use the Object Selection Tool in Photoshop CC 2020

Learn how to use Photoshop’s newest selection tool that lets you quickly select people, animals or other objects in your photos just by dragging around them!

Using Layer Effects and Layer Styles in Photoshop CC 2020 – Complete Guide

Everything you need to know to add and edit layer effects and layer styles in Photoshop CC 2020, including a look at CC 2020’s new layer style presets, gradients, patterns and more!

Photoshop’s Brush Tool Hidden Tips and Tricks

Learn secret, pro-level tips and tricks to use with Photoshop’s brushes and the Brush Tool, including the best ways to change your brush size, choose brush colors, switch between brush blend modes, and more!

How to Open Images in Photoshop

Learn all the ways to open images in Photoshop, including how to use the new Home Screen and the difference between opening JPEG and raw files!

How to Create New Documents in Photoshop

Everything you need to know to create new documents and begin your adventure in the latest version of Photoshop!

How to Avoid Losing Your Original Images in Photoshop

Want to avoid overwriting and losing your original images when working in Photoshop? Keep them safe with these simple but important tips!

Restore the Legacy Free Transform command in Photoshop CC 2019

Classic Free Transform is back in Photoshop CC 2019! Learn how to restore the original Free Transform behavior with the new Use Legacy Free Transform option!

How to Merge Layers in Photoshop Without Flattening Your Image

Need to merge layers in Photoshop? Don’t flatten the image and lose all your work. Learn how to merge a copy of your existing layers onto a separate layer!

Basics of Photoshop

Introduction: Basics of Photoshop

Step 1: Creating New Project

Attachments

Step 2: basic tools.

Step 3: Layers, Groups and Guides

Step 4: Filters and Image Adjustments

Step 5: Creating a Wallpaper

Be the First to Share

Did you make this project? Share it with us!

Recommendations

A Pocket Sundial From a Broken Pocket Watch!

Make it Glow Contest

Game Design: Student Design Challenge

10 Comments

Question 2 months ago on Step 4

I didn't get filter gallery

Question 2 months ago on Introduction

I dont have CS6 photoshop.

Question 1 year ago on Introduction

How to use clone tool

Answer 9 months ago

Image erase

I thik tis green screen would be interesting as well: https://greenscreenstock.com/

Question 2 years ago

Please which app can I use to make a talking animated carton

Question 4 years ago on Step 5

How can i remove the text message on the pictures?

Answer 3 years ago

you cant di it with PS

Question 3 years ago

How to convert PSD file to PNG file or JPEG file ?

3 years ago on Introduction

Do i need to download any app

43 Best Photoshop Tutorials (From Basic to Advanced)

Last updated on November 20, 2022 by Bunty Pundir 29 Comments

Stay home, level up Photoshop skill! Learn Photoshop with these step by step free tutorials. Improve Light & Color. Composite and Retouch Images. Add Creative Effects & Remove Unwanted Content.

Needless to say that Photoshop is one of the best design software and used by all design enthusiasts around the world. It lets you create amazing art and design but understanding how Photoshop work or how you can use it, can be difficult if you just getting started. If you’ve already got some skills, then you should be looking to improve it.

Photoshop Tutorials Categories:

Note: You can follow these tutorials with any Photoshop version, but I recommend at least use CS5 or higher (if you desire to learn about 3D features). Let’s dive into the post!

Photoshop Basics

Basic tutorials are for beginners who are just exploring the way how Photoshop work. The section starts with Photoshop workspace and it will make you comfortable with Photoshop interface and panels like tools, layers, menus, adjustment layers, layer mask, colors and much more. Then you’ll learn about each of them with a comprehensive guide. Often beginners found making selection is difficult, that is why we added some selection tutorials as well. Apart from the adding basic tutorials, we’ve also included tutorials for the latest Photoshop CC.

1. Getting Started in Photoshop

What it Covers:

2. Opening, Editing & Saving in Photoshop

3. Photoshop Keyboard Shortcuts

Chapter 2 – Common Tools

4. how to use the crop tool in photoshop.

photoshop tutorials for beginners step by step

5. How to use the Spot Healing & Healing Brush Tool in Photoshop

6. How to use the Clone Stamp Tool in Photoshop

7. How to use the Brush Tool in Photoshop

8. How to use the Dodge and Burn Tool in Photoshop

9. How to use the Text Tool in Photoshop

10. How to Master the Pen Tool in Minutes

Chapter 3 – Layers & Masks

11. how to use layers in photoshop.

12. How to Use Layer Mask in Photoshop

13. Non-Destructive Editing with Smart Object

14. How to Use Clipping Mask in Photoshop

15. How to Use Blending Modes in Photoshop

Chapter 4 – Photoshop Adjustment Layers

16. commonly used photoshop adjustment layers.

17. 19 Photoshop Adjustments Layers Explained

Chapter 5 – Selections

18. how to create selections in photoshop.

19. Use Select & Mask to Make Selection in Photoshop

20. How to Mask Hair in Photoshop

21. Blend If and Calculation Techniques for Difficult Selections

22. Removing Background using Background Eraser Tool

23. How to Change a Background in Photoshop

Final Chapter 6 – Basic Photo Editing

24. how to replace a sky in photoshop.

25. How to Correct Color in Photoshop

26. High End Photo Retouching in Photoshop

Photo Effects & Advanced Tutorials

Below you can find photo effects & advanced tutorials the reason why I added these is because effects tutorials are really fun to create and it is not challenging.

In just few steps you can replicate many effects like vintage, retro, lomo, double exposure, dispersion and much more. Apart from just adding effects to your photos, these tutorials will help you how to level up your advanced skills in Photoshop as well.

Since this section is the final section of this post but don’t worry there are a lot of tutorials to follow if you are an advanced Photoshop user, you can check out our website homepage on a weekly basis for new advanced tutorials.

27. Create a Double Exposure Effect in Photoshop

28. Impossible Sea Tutorial

29. Create a Pop Art Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein

30. How to Remove Background in Photoshop (3 Examples)

31. How to Change Background Color in Photoshop

32. How to Simulate a Sketch Effect in Photoshop

33. How to Create a Trendy Glitch Effect in Photoshop (+ Photoshop Action)

34. The Best Way to Create Watercolor Effects in Photoshop

35. How to Retouch Eyes in Photoshop

36. How to Remove Acne in Photoshop

37. Best Methods of Sharpening Images

38. Dispersion Effect

39. How to Blur Background in Photoshop

40. Portal Photo Manipulation

41. Rail Inside Illusion Tutorial

42. Water Splash in Bulb

43. How to Creatively Blend Two images in Photoshop

Thanks for reading the post and if you like it, then do spread it into the world. If you have any suggestion, then do let me know through comments. I would love to hear your thoughts.

Reader Interactions

January 28, 2018 at 9:08 am

Nice tutorials list and especially the way you put them. Thanks!

January 28, 2018 at 9:34 am

You are than welcome!

February 1, 2018 at 1:10 am

Thank you, Bunty. The list is very well done, it’s easy to find the tutorial you want. Thanks also for your personal tutorials you share. I am French.

February 1, 2018 at 9:03 am

You are more than Welcome Midolu!

February 1, 2018 at 3:31 am

Well organized and interesting. A must check for beginners and pros. Cheers

Thanks William, It really helps!

February 10, 2018 at 5:15 pm

All tutorials are looking spanking here . I appreciate your tutorials .. Well-done for shared .

February 10, 2018 at 7:40 pm

Thanks Solaiman! I appreciate your feedback!

March 22, 2018 at 11:54 pm

Efficient and intriguing. An absolute necessity check for amateurs and masters. Here’s to you.

March 23, 2018 at 8:33 am

Thanks Mark!

May 14, 2018 at 8:12 pm

Where’s the tutorial for the 3d triangle optical illusion with sea scene overlain?

May 15, 2018 at 7:59 am

That wasn’t the tutorial. It’s just a featured image that I used it for this post. But if you want to know how the Jack Usephot made it, here is the link https://www.behance.net/gallery/28815455/Impossible-Sea-Adobe-Photoshop-CC-2016 to follow.

Thanks, Bunty

July 28, 2018 at 11:19 pm

Simply great and I’m really thankful.

August 31, 2018 at 10:24 am

So amazing photoshop tutorial. So help me.

May 14, 2019 at 5:24 pm

Very useful collection of Photoshop tutorials!

May 14, 2019 at 7:44 pm

July 4, 2019 at 5:45 am

It extremely great..

April 9, 2020 at 9:39 pm

Please any links to download CS5 software

April 10, 2020 at 9:24 am

Sorry, I don’t have any links to download CS5.

October 24, 2020 at 10:06 pm

Its great resources that you have shared here details, I have to learn more, if you will share an update I learn more, its better place to learn, thanks

May 19, 2021 at 5:20 am

If someone really want to develop their current skills, this only blog post is enough for him or her. Thanks for sharing great article.

June 3, 2021 at 8:33 pm

Nice tutorial list

June 27, 2021 at 4:56 am

Please ! Give me Lesson files that used in this tutorial

June 27, 2021 at 5:41 am

Can you tell me which tutorial files you are talking about?

August 21, 2021 at 4:21 am

Thanks for sharing this. I am glad to find this and good list of tutorials.

February 19, 2022 at 4:19 am

It is very helpful tutorial collection Thank you!

November 15, 2021 at 8:52 am

Very useful collection of Photoshop tutorials! am glad to find this and good list of tutorials.

December 17, 2021 at 11:44 pm

I don’t believe I stumbled on this. This is sooo helpful. So informative. So genuine and thoughtful.

You are a genius, smart and kind at the same time. I am so blown away by this. Weldone sir

October 27, 2022 at 8:36 am

Get in Touch!

Adobe Photoshop CC Tutorials for Beginners: Learn in 7 Days

Adobe photoshop cc tutorial.

In this course, you will learn how to use and play with Photoshop CC – The number #1 photo editing tool. The online tutorials are video based to help you grasp the Photoshop IDE quickly.

What should I know?

Nothing! This is an absolute beginners guide to Photoshop.

Photoshop Tutorial Syllabus

Introduction, advanced stuff.

IMAGES

22 Best Free Step By Step Adobe Photoshop Tutorials for Beginners
22 Best Free Step By Step Adobe Photoshop Tutorials for Beginners
Easy Photoshop Tutorials Step By Step
22 Best Free Step By Step Adobe Photoshop Tutorials for Beginners
22 Best Free Step By Step Adobe Photoshop Tutorials for Beginners
Photoshop Tutorial for Beginners– 6 Tips for Getting Started

VIDEO

Perspective Road Effect In Photoshop
Easy drawing for beginners step step/#shortvideo #satisfying #drawing
Photoshop 2023: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Mastering the Basics
Photoshop Tutorial
PHOTOSHOP TUTORIAL : BACK TO HOME
Photoshop tutorial for beginers and experts

COMMENTS

Get to know Photoshop
In the menu bar, choose File > Open to open existing images. · In the menu bar, choose File > New to create a new image from scratch. Select a
Photoshop tutorials
Browse the latest Adobe Photoshop tutorials, video tutorials, hands-on projects, and more. Ranging from beginner to advanced, these tutorials provide basics
Photoshop for Beginners
Learn the BEST Cartoon Effect in Photoshop: https://youtu.be/ZFJsWkIfqIY Learn Adobe Photoshop with this amazing FREE course.
Photoshop Tutorial for Beginners 2022
In today's video I show you everything you need to know as a beginner about photoshop cc photo editing in 2021/2022. If you want to see more
Photoshop
Learn in no time with this Adobe Photoshop tutorial (2022)! Discover it: ✓https://bit.ly/photobai2 (official website*)Full Guide here:
Photoshop Essentials: Adobe Photoshop Tutorials
Welcome to Photoshop Essentials, where everyone can learn Photoshop! We offer fun, exclusive, step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels, and all written
Photoshop Basics Tutorials For Beginners
Learn how to zoom, scroll and navigate images in Photoshop like a pro with this step-by-step tutorial for Photoshop beginners.
Basics of Photoshop : 5 Steps
Basics of Photoshop · Step 1: Creating New Project · Step 2: Basic Tools · Step 3: Layers, Groups and Guides · Step 4: Filters and Image Adjustments · Step 5:
43 Best Photoshop Tutorials (From Basic to Advanced)
Stay home, level up Photoshop skill! Learn Photoshop with these step by step free tutorials. Improve Light & Color.
Adobe Photoshop CC Tutorials for Beginners: Learn in 7 Days
In this course, you will learn how to use and play with Photoshop CC – The number #1 photo editing tool. The online tutorials are video based to