1. Basic Concepts
Key concepts
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Balancing subtlety and accuracy
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Black, white, and gray on a mask
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Layer mask density
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Setting realistic expectations
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2. Targeted Adjustments without a Mask
Targeted color without a mask
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Shadows and highlights adjustment
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The curves adjustment
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Dodging and burning
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3. Layer Mask Techniques
Targeted adjustment ingredients
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Painting a targeted adjustment
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Shades of gray on a mask
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A selection-based adjustment
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Inverting a mask
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The best approach for feathering
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Creating a gradient mask
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Duplicating a mask
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Multiple adjustments in one area
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Using multiple adjustment masks
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4. Improving Your Masks
Evaluating the layer mask
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Fine-tuning with Select and Mask
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Dust and scratches for cleanup
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Mixing and matching methods
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Dodging and burning a mask
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