Using the Gradient tool
The Gradient tool is used to draw a smooth gradient from one colour to another colour or to transparency.
- Select the Gradient tool by clicking on its icon in the tool box or by pressing G.
- Choose the gradient type (see below for details) and colour (either Foreground to Background or Foreground to Transparent) in the options palette.
- Choose the foreground colour (and possibly the background colour) by using the colour palette or Dropper tool.
- Click and drag on the canvas to draw a line that defines the end-points of the gradient. The type of gradient determines how the end-points are used to draw the gradient.
Note: If you are working with multiple layers, first choose the layer on which you want to draw the gradient.
Gradient type
You can draw three different types of gradients.
Type | Description |
Linear | The colour progresses linearly from the start point to the end point |
Radial | The colour progresses radially outwards from the start point to the end point |
Reflected | The colour progresses linearly from both ends towards the mid point |