Graphics Programs Reference
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tool, as well). After you're done, if you think the tool's effect is too strong, you can
always reduce the layer's opacity (as long as you're working on a duplicate layer).
Burning
The Burn tool works just like the Dodge tool but does exactly the opposite: It darkens. Use
the Burn tool to uncover details in images' highlights. Of course, there have to be
some
de-
tails there for the tool to work with; if a photo's highlights are blown out, you won't get any
results, no matter how much you apply the tool. The Burn tool is grouped with the Sponge
and Dodge tools in the Tools panel; its icon is a curled hand.
