Understanding shadow and highlight adjustment
Shadow and highlight adjustment changes dark and bright ranges separately.
Check transitions for flat looking contrast and halos around high contrast edges.
A practical workflow
- Choose the required source files, if any. Files are handled as stated in the workspace privacy label.
- Set the available controls and apply the operation.
- Compare the actual output, check its dimensions and download the generated file.
Decisions and limitations
- Shadow lift
- Highlight reduction
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 shadow and highlight adjustment?
Check transitions for flat looking contrast and halos around high contrast edges.
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.
