See the difference between selections and masks, and why it is important to use both

A quick overview of the key selection tools and functions

How to use the Rectangular and Elliptical Marquee tools

How to use the Regular, Magnetic and Polygonal Lasso tools, including how to switch between them on the fly

Learn how to make automatic selections with the Magic Wand and Quick Selection tools

Change the view of your selection and adjust that selection using Quick Mask

An overview of using the Open tool to draw (and edit) a path that can be turned into a selection

Learn about the optional Extract Filter: how to install and use it

How to make your selection more accurate by fine-tuning the selection edge

See how the Refine Edge option lets you adjust the edge of your selection with a live preview

Learn how Color Range can help you select a specific range of colors throughout a document in a more interactive way than the Magic Wand

If you are the one taking the photo, make less work for yourself

How to turn your selection into an Alpha Channel or a Layer Mask

Paint on the mask and use the Masks panel to get a better edge

For complex selections, start with a channel to create a mask

Sometimes you may not need to make a selection

Watch a real-world example of making a complex selection

Watch a real-world example of making a challenging selection

Thanks for watching. You are ready to go out and make some selections and masks