How to Color a Box in Photoshop?

To color a box in Photoshop, you can use the Paint Bucket Tool, fill a selection, or use a Shape Layer. Here's a breakdown of different methods:

Method 1: Using the Paint Bucket Tool

1. Select the Paint Bucket Tool: Locate the Paint Bucket Tool (icon usually looks like a paint bucket) in the toolbar. If you don't see it, it may be hidden under the Gradient Tool. Press "G" to quickly select it.
2. Choose Foreground Color: In the toolbar (usually located at the bottom left), click on the top color square to open the Color Picker. Select the color you want to use.
3. Define the Box (if it doesn't exist): If the box isn't already defined, you'll need to create one. You can do this with the Rectangle Tool (press "U" to select). Draw a rectangle where you want your box to be. Ensure the "Shape" option is selected at the top to create a Shape Layer or rasterize the shape for Paint Bucket to work if not.
4. Fill the Box: Click inside the area you want to color with the Paint Bucket Tool. The selected area will fill with the chosen foreground color.
5. Adjust Tolerance (if needed): If the Paint Bucket tool is filling areas outside of your defined box, adjust the "Tolerance" value in the options bar at the top. Lower tolerance values fill only areas with colors very similar to the pixel you click on. Higher values fill a broader range of colors.

Method 2: Filling a Selection

1. Create a Selection: Use a selection tool like the Rectangular Marquee Tool (press "M") to create a selection in the shape of a box.
2. Choose Foreground Color: As in Method 1, select your desired foreground color in the toolbar.
3. Fill the Selection: Go to Edit > Fill. In the Fill dialog box, set "Contents" to "Foreground Color" and click "OK." This will fill the selected area with your chosen color.
4. Deselect: Go to Select > Deselect (or press Ctrl+D/Cmd+D) to remove the selection outline.

Method 3: Using a Shape Layer

This is a non-destructive method, allowing you to easily change the box's color and size later.

1. Select the Rectangle Tool: Press "U" to select the Rectangle Tool. Make sure "Shape" is selected in the options bar at the top.
2. Draw the Box: Draw a rectangle on your canvas where you want the box to be. This automatically creates a new Shape Layer.
3. Change the Color: In the Layers panel (usually on the right side of the screen), double-click the thumbnail of the Shape Layer. This opens the Color Picker. Choose your desired color.
4. Adjust Size and Shape (if needed): Use the Direct Selection Tool (white arrow - press "A") to adjust individual points of the shape, or use the regular Selection Tool (press "V") to move the entire shape.