VP 2 : Membuat dokumen baru pada program Adobe Photoshop

Summary

This educational video demonstrates how to create a new document in Adobe Photoshop, focusing on essential settings such as document size, resolution, color modes, and background content. The instructor explains various options, from preset paper sizes (US Letter, International Paper, and others) to custom dimensions. It also covers the importance of choosing the right resolution and color modes (RGB, CMYK, Grayscale) for different types of design work, like photos or prints. Viewers will learn how to adjust the background to either a solid color or transparency, and understand the impact of these choices on the final design.

Takeaways

• 😀 Start by opening Adobe Photoshop to create a new document.
• 😀 You can create a new document by selecting 'File' and then 'New,' or by pressing 'Ctrl + N.'
• 😀 You can customize the document name, such as 'Latihan 16,' in the 'Name' field of the 'New Document' dialog.
• 😀 Photoshop offers various document presets including Default Photoshop Size, International Paper, Photo, Web, Mobile Device, Film & Video, and Custom sizes.
• 😀 The default Photoshop size is 16.02 cm by 11.99 cm, but it can be changed to other units like pixels, inches, or millimeters.
• 😀 You can choose from paper sizes like Letter, Legal, and Tabloid for US-based documents, or A4, A3, B5, and others for international paper sizes.
• 😀 For photo documents, you can choose between landscape and portrait orientations.
• 😀 Web and mobile device presets use pixel-based sizes for graphics intended for websites or mobile devices.
• 😀 Film & Video presets offer different options for video-related projects, such as NTSC, HDTV, and other formats.
• 😀 The Custom preset allows you to define your own dimensions, such as for stickers or banners.
• 😀 The resolution setting determines the quality of your graphic. The standard is 72 pixels per inch, but it can be increased for better image quality, with 300 pixels per inch commonly used for print.

Q & A

How do you start creating a new document in Adobe Photoshop?

To start creating a new document in Photoshop, you can either go to the 'File' menu and select 'New' or use the keyboard shortcut 'Ctrl + N' to open the 'New Document' dialog box.

What are the preset options available when creating a new document in Photoshop?

The preset options available include 'Default Photoshop Size', 'US Paper', 'International Paper', 'Photo', 'Web', 'Mobile Device', 'Film and Video', and 'Custom'.

What is the default document size for Photoshop and how can you change it?

The default document size in Photoshop is 16.02 cm wide by 11.99 cm high. You can change the units of measurement to pixels, inches, or other units using the options available in the 'New Document' dialog.

What are the different paper size options in the 'US Paper' preset?

In the 'US Paper' preset, the available options include 'Letter', 'Legal', and 'Tabloid'. These sizes use inches as the unit of measurement.

How do the 'International Paper' sizes differ from the 'US Paper' sizes?

The 'International Paper' preset includes standard international paper sizes, such as A3, A4, A5, B4, and others, with measurements in millimeters. A4 is commonly used in many countries outside the U.S.

What are the differences between the 'Landscape' and 'Portrait' photo sizes?

In 'Landscape' mode, the width of the document is larger than the height, whereas in 'Portrait' mode, the height exceeds the width.

When would you use the 'Web' preset in Photoshop?

The 'Web' preset is used when creating designs for websites or webpages, where the unit of measurement is typically in pixels.

What are the 'Mobile Device' preset sizes used for?

The 'Mobile Device' preset is used to create designs for mobile screens, such as phone wallpapers, tablet designs, and other mobile-related graphics.

What is the purpose of the 'Film and Video' preset in Photoshop?

The 'Film and Video' preset is used for creating graphics intended for film or video, such as movie posters, cover images, and video thumbnails.

How do you set a custom document size in Photoshop?

To set a custom document size, select the 'Custom' preset in the 'New Document' dialog and input your desired dimensions in the appropriate units of measurement (e.g., cm, inches, pixels).

How does resolution affect the quality of the document in Photoshop?

Resolution, typically measured in pixels per inch (PPI), determines the sharpness and clarity of the image. A higher resolution, such as 300 PPI, results in better quality, while a lower resolution may produce a less detailed image.

What are the different color modes available in Photoshop, and when should each be used?

The available color modes are 'Grayscale' (used for black-and-white designs), 'RGB' (used for digital media like photos and web graphics), 'CMYK' (used for print media like magazines and books), and 'Lab Color' (used for high-quality color work).

What is the 'Background Content' option, and what are the available settings?

The 'Background Content' option determines the initial background color of the document. The available settings are 'White', 'Background Color', and 'Transparent'.

What happens when you select the 'Grayscale' color mode in Photoshop?

When 'Grayscale' is selected, the document will only use shades of gray, and any color adjustments made to the image will not display as intended, resulting in a black-and-white appearance.