This book discusses the most common problems and questions in Photoshop by both providing answers to questions most frequently asked questions, and outlines strategies that can help you avoid problems in the first place. You'll see?: ? Where to start when things do not work: from tool settings to re-install Photoshop ? The most common warning dialogs: why they arise, how to fix them, and how to avoid them ? Photoshop CS2 Checklist: what to check if there is something wrong, or before you start work, to help avoid problems ? Solutions to typical problems when using Adobe Creative Suite ? How to avoid problems by creating flexible documents (adjustment layers, protective layers, groups, smart object, layer comps, and more) ? colors (CMYK, color management, spot color, choosing color, etc.) ? choice make adjustments? ? tool (which does not fit with other categories) ? How to customize Photoshop CS2 to work the way you want (actions, menus, workspaces, shortcuts, preferences) How to make your own brushes,? Swatch, shapes, styles and patterns