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How do you remove an object from the object selection tool in Photoshop?

Published in Photoshop Editing 2 mins read

To remove an object after it's been selected with the Object Selection Tool in Photoshop, use the "Delete and Fill Selection" feature.

Here's how:

  1. Select the Object: Use the Object Selection Tool to select the object you want to remove.
  2. Delete and Fill: Press Shift + Backspace (or Shift + Delete on some keyboards). This will bring up the Fill dialog box. If it doesn't appear automatically, right-click within the selection and choose "Delete and Fill Selection."
  3. Content-Aware Fill: In the Fill dialog box, ensure that "Content-Aware" is selected under the "Contents" dropdown menu. Click "OK."
  4. Photoshop Fills the Selection: Photoshop will analyze the surrounding area and fill the selected area, effectively removing the object.
  5. Refine (Optional): If necessary, use tools like the Patch Tool, Clone Stamp Tool, or Healing Brush Tool to refine the area and remove any remaining artifacts or shadows.

In summary, using the "Delete and Fill Selection" feature, accessible via Shift + Backspace (or Right-click > Delete and Fill Selection), with Content-Aware fill selected is the primary method for removing an object selected by the Object Selection Tool in Photoshop.

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