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# Gradient Tool

Keyboard shortcut G
+ opt ⌥ =
To navigate through gradients, use < or >
To cycle gradient modes, use
[ or ]
The Gradient tool creates a gradual blend between multiple colors.

1. Select Gradient tool in the Tools palette.
2. To choose a gradient fill, do one of the following:
   - Select in Gradients palette.
   - Open Gradient tool context menu and select gradient fill.
3. To draw gradient in the image, do one of the following:
   - Drag within the image to paint.
   - Click in the image to create a gradient starting point, position pointer where you want to end the gradient, and click.
     This gradient drawing method allows gradient fill, types, opacity, and blending modes to be changed on the fly.

To constrain the gradient line angle to a multiple of 45°, hold down Shift ⇧ as you drag.

Tool Options Cmd ⌘ + 2

In Tool Options, you can set blending mode and adjust tool opacity.

Gradients Palette

You can use gradients from available presets or create your own.
Learn more...

Gradients palette appears instead of the Brushes palette once you select the Gradient tool.

- View ‣ Show Gradients
- Opt ⌥ + Cmd ⌘ + 5

Painting Tools

- Pencil
- Brush
- Paint Bucket
- Gradient
- Eraser
- Magic Eraser

Related topics

- Tools palette