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How do I open a color panel in Photoshop?

Published in Photoshop Color 2 mins read

Without knowing the exact color panel you're looking for, here are some of the common ways to access color-related panels in Photoshop. The video referenced suggests the Color panel is open by default with an HSB (Hue, Saturation, Brightness) cube, but here are other ways to ensure you can open it, or alternative color panels.

Opening the Color Panel

  1. Go to the Window Menu: At the top of your Photoshop screen, click on the "Window" menu.
  2. Select "Color": In the dropdown menu, find and click on "Color." This will open the Color panel, often displaying the foreground and background color selectors along with a color spectrum or cube (potentially the HSB cube mentioned).

Alternative Color Panels

If you're looking for more advanced color controls, consider these options, also found under the "Window" menu:

  • Swatches: This panel provides a collection of preset colors you can quickly select.
  • Adjustments: This panel allows you to create adjustment layers that modify color and tonality non-destructively (e.g., Brightness/Contrast, Hue/Saturation, Color Balance).
  • Gradients: Allows you to create and manage gradient fills, often used for backgrounds or special effects.

These options are generally found under the Window menu within Photoshop.

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