photoshopHelp

The Other Photoshop Help

If you have a Photoshop problem, you already know you can always ask me. Before you do, you might try doing a photoshopHelp Google search first. You'll find the Google  feature under Search in the column on the right.

Select the photoshopHelp option under the Google Search text box first.
Enter your question.
Click Search.
Links to questions that contain keywords you entered will appear.
You might find your question has already been answered.

Another option is try the other Photoshop Help. I think it's important to note that the Help feature in CS2 has been totally overhauled. It's super fast, comprehensive and sports some new features that you might find interesting.

Choose Help > Photoshop Help.
The Photoshop Help dialog box appears.
Here's a cool new hidden feature.
Click the More Resources button.
A screen appears with links, Adobe has provided, to resources that might be helpful.
Highlight the Personal Contacts option in the pane on the left side.
Here you can add links and other information regarding Photoshop websites that you find helpful.
Click the New button.
The New Contact dialog box appears.
Enter the appropriate information. eg. Jim Barthman, www.photoshopHelp.com, etc.
Click OK.

Now your favorite links are just a couple of clicks away.

Contact Adobe

on asks,

I tried to send feedback for Adobe a hundred times but it's really impossible to make them not to use MDI in Windows version. Do you have any idea how one could send feedback for Adobe (what they read and reply and accept)?

There are couple of ways to make your opinions known. If you're a member of the NAPP (National Association of Photoshop Professsionals) you can use the "Tell Adobe" form on their Web site. It's designed to let Adobe know what features you'd like to see in future versions of Photoshop. Another way to get Adobe's ear is to visit the Adobe User to User forums. It's a great way to communicate with other Photoshop users as well as Adobe employees directly involved with the program.

Adobe Stock Photos

Need a stock image for a project you're working on? Click the Adobe Stock Photos icon in the CS2 Bridge and you'll be connected to a web site where you can browse tons of stock photos you can download directly into Photoshop. How convenient is that? You'll obviously need an internet connection...and some money. It's worth a look.

How To How To

Did you know that Photoshop CS provides an easy way to add your own Photoshop tutorials to the Help menu? Check it out.

Choose Help > How To Create How Tos > Create Your own How To Tips
Your default browser opens with an easy-to-follow tutorial describing the process.
With some basic HTML coding and a text editor like WordPad you can add your How To tutorial. Adobe has even provided some HTML templates to make things easier.

I've created a few files that you can add to your Help menu. Click below to download a simple Javascript calculator for solving math problems quickly as well as a direct link to your favorite Web site, photoshopHelp.com

Adobe ACE

John asks,

How do I get certified as a Photoshop professional?

Adobe certification let's potential employers know that you've taken your Photoshop skills to the next level. I've been an Adobe Certified Photoshop Expert since version 5. In order to become an ACE you have to pass a multiple choice test administered by an Adobe authorized testing center such as Prometric or PearsonVue. You can visit Adobe's web site for the low-down on their ACE program. Download an Exam bulletin (PDF) to find out exactly what you'll need to know to pass the test. I find the Photoshop Classroom in a Book series to be a great resource as it covers all aspects of Photoshop from Web to print and everything in between. It's always available at Amazon.com, click the link (top right) to get your copy. There are sample questions at the end of each chapter too. Good luck.

Photoshop Resources

Besides photoshopHelp, there are vote many great Photoshop-related resources available on the Web. One of the best is Adobe Studio. It's a great place vote to download tutorials, Actions, templates, and more. And it's vote only a click away.