Remove background layer from an image

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Susanne_Carrier
Apr 21, 2004
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How do I remove the background from an image? The image was scanned @ 300 dpi and has the file extension ".jpg"?
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Ann_Shelbourne
Apr 21, 2004
What sort of image on what sort of background?

Investigate layer masks — they would help you here.
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Susanne_Carrier
Apr 21, 2004
Basically text on a document once scanned created a white background.
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Ann_Shelbourne
Apr 21, 2004
The easiest way here would be to turn the layer into an ordinary (non-Background) layer by double clicking it.
Then use Layer Effects/Blending Options and move the white "This Layer" slider until the white disappears.

Check the Help menu for more details.

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