Photolisa · color and tone

Image Color Separation

Color separation divides an image into component color plates or channels.

Image tool workspace

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Understanding image color separation

Color separation divides an image into component color plates or channels.

Confirm the intended print process before treating separated channels as production plates.

A practical workflow

  1. Choose the required source files, if any. Files are handled as stated in the workspace privacy label.
  2. Set the available controls and apply the operation.
  3. Compare the actual output, check its dimensions and download the generated file.

Decisions and limitations

  • Channel

Images up to 16 megapixels and 20 MB. Keep an original copy. Export preserves pixels, not editable layers or original metadata.

Questions about this task

Where do I use the current tool?

Apply the selected adjustment and export a PNG copy.

What should I check for image color separation?

Confirm the intended print process before treating separated channels as production plates.

Which settings and formats are confirmed?

PNG. Images up to 16 megapixels and 20 MB. Keep an original copy. Export preserves pixels, not editable layers or original metadata.

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