Graphics Programs Reference
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If you're using tabs (you are unless you've changed the settings described on Image
Windows ) , the Close button is on the right side of the image's tab in Windows, and on
the left side on a Mac. If you have floating windows ( Image Windows ), the Close but-
ton is the standard Windows or Mac Close button you'd see in any window. Once you
click this button, your original image is safely tucked out of harm's way.
4. Save the duplicate by pressing Ctrl+S/ -S .
Choose Photoshop (.psd) as the file format when you save it. (You may want to
choose another format after you've read Chapter 3 and understand more about your
different format options.)
Now you don't have to worry about making a mistake or changing your mind, because you
can always start over.
NOTE
Elements doesn't have an auto-save feature, so you should get into the habit of saving fre-
quently as you work. Mac folks, pay special attention—Elements isn't currently able to
use OS X's Auto Save feature. Saving Your Work has more about saving.
Getting Started in a Hurry
If you're the impatient type and you're starting to squirm because you want to be up and do-
ing something to your photos, here's the quickest way to get started in Elements: Adjust an
image's brightness and color balance all in one step.
1. In the Editor's Expert mode or the Quick Fix window, open a photo .
Press Ctrl+O/ -O, navigate to the image you want, and then click Open.
2. Press Alt+Ctrl+M/Option- -M .
You've just applied Elements' Auto Smart Fix command ( Figure 1-18 ) .
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