A clipping path is a vector-based outline used to define the visible area of an image. It's commonly employed in graphic design to isolate objects or remove backgrounds.
Gradients can be linear, radial, angular, or elliptical, depending on the direction of the color transition. Linear gradients move from one color to another in a straight line.
Masks allow for precise control over which parts of a layer are visible. A mask is essentially a grayscale image where white reveals the layer, black conceals it, and shades of gray create partial transparency.
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What is the purpose of blending modes in compositing software?
You can remove a background from an image by defining a vector-based outline (clipping path) around the subject you want to keep and then applying the path to hide the background.
Clipping paths and masks serve different purposes in design. Clipping paths define visible areas, while masks control transparency and visibility of parts of a layer.
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In a linear gradient, how does the color transition occur?
In a linear gradient, the color transition occurs in a straight line from one color to another, creating a smooth transition from one end to the other.
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What is the advantage of using gradients in design?