ACE Layers and Masking 3

Question 1

What distinguishes a vector mask from a pixel (layer) mask in Photoshop?

Accepted Answer

Vector masks use paths for crisp edges and remain resolution-independent

Answer

Vector masks are defined by paths, giving them infinitely scalable crisp edges unlike pixel masks which are resolution-dependent.

Question 2

Which command allows you to apply a luminosity-based mask derived directly from the image's tonal values?

Accepted Answer

Apply Image using the composite channel as source onto the mask

Answer

Using Image > Apply Image with the composite channel as source onto a layer mask creates a luminosity mask derived from the image's actual tonal values.

Question 3

When you Option/Alt+drag a layer mask from one layer to another, what is the result?

Accepted Answer

A copy of the mask is placed on the new layer

Answer

Alt+dragging a mask thumbnail copies it to the target layer while keeping the original mask intact.

Question 4

What is a 'group mask' in Photoshop?

Accepted Answer

A mask applied to a layer group that affects all layers inside it

Answer

A group mask is a layer mask added to a layer group (folder), which controls the visibility of all layers contained within that group.

Question 5

Which Photoshop command is best suited for creating precise masks from complex hair or fur using edge detection?

Accepted Answer

Select and Mask workspace

Answer

The Select and Mask workspace provides edge detection tools specifically designed for masking fine details like hair and fur.

(ACE) Adobe Certified Expert in Photoshop Practice Test

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ACE Layers and Masking 3