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While tools like the Magic Eraser can sometimes remove your backgrounds, the fact is you’re going to have to get your hands dirty with the eraser if you have images with complex backgrounds that need removing. While this can be time consuming, you can save yourself a lot of time with a little Photoshop wizardry. Let’s take a look.
Right click your Background Layer in your Layers Palette, and choose “Layer from Background…” It automatically renames as Layer 0. Simply press OK.
Your Layers Palette should only have a single layer, your newly unlocked “Layer 0.”
Press
Use your Lasso to draw a rough selection around your image. Don’t worry about being precise—we’re going to cut it out with more precision later.
When your selection is done, press
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Visit your Control Palette again and set your “Mode” to “Pencil.” This ensures your eraser has a hard edge.
Use the eraser to mouse around and delete the parts you don’t want. Get close to your image, but be careful when cutting into it.
Keep in mind you can always undo with a swift