Photoshop Elements 10 for Windows and Mac OS X: Visual Quickstart Guide

2. The Basics

In This Chapter

Understanding the Work Area 12

Opening and Closing Files 15

Selecting Tools 16

Using the Options Bar 17

Working with Panels 18

Using the Zoom Tool 21

Moving Around in an Image 24

Arranging Windows 25

Arranging Multiple Views 26

Using Rulers 27

Setting Up the Grid 28

Getting Information about Your Image 29

Using the Undo History Panel 30

Using Multitouch Gestures 32

Before you start really working in Photoshop Elements, it’s good to take a look around the work area to familiarize yourself with the program’s tools and menus. The work area includes the document window, where you’ll view your images, along with many of the tools, menus, and panels you’ll use as you get better acquainted with the program.

Understanding ...