To fix flash eyes (red eye) in Photoshop, use the Red Eye Tool, adjust pupil size and darken amount, and click inside the red pupils.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
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Select the Red Eye Tool: The Red Eye Tool is usually found nested under the Spot Healing Brush or other similar tools in the toolbar. Locate it and select it.
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Adjust Settings (Pupil Size and Darken Amount): In the options bar at the top of the screen, you'll see two key settings:
- Pupil Size: This controls the size of the area Photoshop will correct. If the default doesn't work well, experiment with slightly smaller or larger values.
- Darken Amount: This controls how much darker the affected area will become. The default of 50% often works well, but you can increase it if the eyes are still too red after the initial click.
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Click on the Red Pupils: Simply click once on each red pupil. Photoshop will automatically replace the red with a more natural-looking dark color, based on your chosen settings.
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Fine-Tune (If Necessary): If the initial correction isn't perfect, undo it (Ctrl+Z or Cmd+Z) and adjust the Pupil Size and/or Darken Amount, then try clicking on the pupil again. Sometimes slight adjustments can make a big difference.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- If the Red Eye Tool doesn't seem to be working, make sure you've actually clicked on the red area of the pupil.
- For very small or detailed corrections, zoom in on the image to get a better view and more precise control.
- If the effect is too strong (eyes are too dark), reduce the Darken Amount.
- If the effect is too weak (red is still visible), increase the Darken Amount.
