BEWARE! The Gradient Map in Photoshop is FAULTY!

[@abnerbenjamin9772]

I wouldn't be surprised if he spent his days trying to break Photoshop and then figuring out how to fix it. Is there something he doesn't know about the program? Like damn dude, mad respect.

[@kodeDev]

I agree man!

[@OddvarAshborn]

I have a feeling the Adobe's team contacts him looking for guidance.

[@Xiox321]

Well damn, 15+ years of professional Photoshop experience and I just learned there's a smoothness slider.

[@rondeldebbio9219]

I wonder if there is a way to set smoothness to zero by default under some preference tab. This would make it easier in the sense this would be used more often and you don't have to worry about changing it.

[@cesarruiz1424]

@@rondeldebbio9219 He creado una acción para un degradado al 50% de suavidad y funciona solo para ése y nada más.

[@Therizinosaurus]

you are not watching enough tutorials 🤣

[@Xiox321]

@Therizinosaurus I almost never watch tutorials lol.

[@celestia277]

unmesh's hair and beard are absolutely perfect

[@francequirion9547]

also love his style and his look...a very pleasant person and the greatest teacher I have never met!!

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@@francequirion9547 Well you haven't met!

[@meltice_official]

Thats why they call em piximperfect

[@scarlettphotography9384]

Always*

[@deBrawnyo]

Ok so I've been using Photoshop for the past 4 years, I never discovered this channel until the last few months. I desperately tried to search up tutorials to learn Photoshop. It's safe to say that I have learnt more in the past 3 months from this channel than I have done in my entire 3 and a half year of using Photoshop.

[@JonGPxl]

Oh wow. This explains so much of what I’ve been seeing when using GMaps to match colour grading. Thanks!

[@shilpijain7130]

This Guys way of explaining is LIT!!😍😘

[@LunarExGames]

Don't really need to watch... but you are such a good teacher it's worth a listen.

[@FACTRASH]

You are watching

[@sonicck]

Hands down you are the best teacher for photoshop I’ve ever seen outstanding with what you do.

[@johnneiberger7311]

He's the best teacher on KZbin, period.

[@jjking8778]

You are such a great teacher, thank you for all of the great content. Take care!

[@kbquan]

I think i have saved every one of your videos to my photoshop tutes folder on KZbin. You never cease to amaze me.

[@GVNKyo]

very thank you for make this video, I just got to know what is gradient map and bump up some idea for using it in my work.

[@ywarthar4977]

Explaining is so much clearing and I am weak in English but I can understand what do you wanna say. Thank a lot. One of my teacher in other world is that you :)

[@-arb-]

Helpful, thanks! I don't use Gradient Map often so I never noticed what the Smoothness setting did.

[@arnavpadwal4464]

PiXimperfect is the best channel to learn Photoshop.💓💓💓💓😄

[@jmagick7281]

FIXED!!! I was wondering why my custom gradient maps were not accurate in my b&w to color conversions . Thank you so very much!

[@harshmehta9394]

Please Make A Complete Tutorial On How To Draw Your Vector Image Or Cartoon Yourself In Photoshop.

[@mayanksharma7952]

Just use illustrator

[@supahmariostyle]

What I love about you is the fact you provide the science and mechanics behind each technique.

[@alan.macrae]

Another great vid, Unmesh! Thank you so much! Stay safe and healthy!

[@Mr.RohitRajput]

Adobe should hire you and make you head of all important changes. Keep up good work man

[@ThePanacon]

I have started to watch less Photoshop tutorials over the years, mainly because I started to watch more of Unmesh's videos. One source for all of your Photoshop needs. Thanks man.

[@taniawhite3562]

Unmesh, you are a legend. Thank you for making the complex mathematical algorithms behind photoshop, understandable.

[@gauravxstranger5091]

From look to Talent.... Unmesh sir have it all ❤️😍 this video is so helpful to me. Thanku ❤️

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👏👏👏👏👏. I like your way when you explain anything ( slowly ).Thanks a lot

[@ashwinukey227]

Haven't missed any of the video since the day I subscribed. 😊 ♥️

[@Adityasingh-pl9mc]

U are great sir U give very nice tutorials.. Most of my photoshop skills are learned from you

[@TreasonsGreetings]

Ayy this is super helpful; I've been playing with painting in greyscale and then converting to color with adjustment layers and gradient maps always frustrated me because of the added contrast; now I know why!

[@MRorizs2]

I would never have figured that out myself. Your channel is fantastic!

[@tanmath]

very useful knowledge..Thanks a lot Umesh

[@lmergenti]

Wow -- Tremendous Unmesh! Thank you so much!

[@FreezingFroggie]

Never thought about it, thank you and indeed very useful!

[@rashelrahman250]

Thank you bro for your videos it`s very helpful for us🤗

[@z3nev3r]

Man.. i always wondered why my colors came out odd sometimes when i used the gradient map. Never knew that the culprit was in the same window!

[@richardstalter5461]

Another awesome tutorial Unmesh.

[@soumyadeepdas8544]

This thumbnail is enough for me to watch your video....because here is you.....not any model.....❤️❤️

[@gez_4515]

You can use ctrl+shift+u (or Image>Adjustments>Desaturate) to remove color from the image.

[@tyreselopez2622]

That is something new I have learned today...sending a shout -out all the way from Kenya

[@autokrohne]

In addition to putting the Smoothing control at 0 (Gradient Editor), try changing the "Method" drop down from "Pereptual" to "Classic" (Gradcient Properties). I find that gives a better B&W starting point. Alternately, try "Linear" in the Method drop down (Properties) and different Smoothing settings (Editor).

[@annagraf1908]

I learn something new from every video. Thank you!

[@MrPJTPJT]

Simple but oh so useful! Thankyou - this has often foxed me.

[@reinieltorres932]

All of your tutorials is so inspiring thankyou sir

[@batsoupDesign]

That was fascinating. Thank you so much! Love the outro music.

[@ericpommer5465]

Wow, I just discovered that the gradient mapping wasn't exact last week and couldn't find anyone explaining why or how to fix it. Then this popped up in my feed and solved the problem! Thanks!

[@johna.benigno4172]

I use a black-and-white gradient all the time to add contrast instead of a traditional curve layer. Then, I adjust the opacity slider to set the amount. If it's a color image I change the blending mode from normal to luminosity to bring back the color.

[@luciole781]

I actually had realized this, when I was applying the random gradient map as you showed on a previous video when I tried since I reactivated my adobe, it didn't give a great result and I played with the smoothness button and this is when I realize that it used to not be defaulted like this before. But it's great that you explained it, cause sometimes when photoshop made the update , it's confusing to adjust and know what to do when things don't work the same.

[@marlonabetria318]

here is the result of his early study of photoshop. I watched one of your interviews, so you are very good at photoshop. I thought at first that you are one of the makers of this unique software. Thanks for your tutorials, because I am one of those you helped.

[@studiothreecs]

I wish there was a FULL Photoshop guide of yours from "Start to Finish(all tutorials)" at one place. You are no doubt the best TEACHER in this Industry for EDITING but whenever I watch your video, I feel that my mind is congested. I know I am asking too much but PLEASE try to make tutorials from BEGINNING to END like a Master class at ONE PLACE. There are many like me who have been eagerly waiting to learn in an organized way. We need people like you and instead of we being half-knowledged, we could put everything behind and gather at one place and learn your lessons in a disciplined fashion. You already are a ONE of a KIND, the Bruce Lee of Photoshop, a true GEM and I am sure you will become the rarest for most of us in no time :) Eshwaras Naga Studiothreecs

[@zerlionngo395]

Amazing! Have a good day Unmesh. Thank you

[@KenRepasi]

Understanding the gradient editor gives you amazing control of the colour and tonality of your image., I like how you explained smooting I always thought of this setting just allowed for smoother transtions with your gradient. Not that it added contrast, Though I did make my own gradient by mapping 25% grey to the corresponding point on the line than 50% and 75% grey.. Than I saved the custom gradient that is not so contrasty and much more pleasing with some images, But, unlike using smoothing to control this wth the default gradient. My gradient puts a governor on how much contrast you can add with my custom gradient. This has its drawbacks but if I wish to increase contrast I can always add an S curves layer on top of it or use the soft light blend mode and play with the opacity to get it just right, Perhaps you could do a deep dive into gradients and the gradient tool, You often have a unique take on tools and techniques that I find intersting and very useful., Thank you,.

[@meerata1249]

useful technic for shadows and highlight , thanks dude

[@suzanne3t]

Never mind the most excellent technical inspiration of your videos…your hair is becoming AMAZING!

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Hi Unmesh,I am following your channel since couple of months finding very informative and helpful.This is my first comment, I have subscribed almost 8 -12 other channels to improve my graphics designing skills.i was really surprised that one Pakistani youtuber(Gfxmentor) was saying about your channel lot of good things and review and all.after that I subscribed your channel.i think the name of your channel piximperfect missed out because I Alwayas search the keyword graphic designing that's why KZbin doesn't recommend your channel.i really like your work and visualization and teaching skills.keep up the good work.👌👌👌👍👍👍

[@palashpappu]

Nice tips, it's really helpful for us...

[@m.anneblack2908]

I have wondered how the "smoothness" effected the gradient - Thanks !

[@divyanshsinghrathore9967]

Please make a video on color matching with the background

[@susanwilson6409]

Fantastic explanation, I haven't changed the smoothness in the past, but will be trying it from now

[@artattai]

This is definitely interesting. Thanks a lot!

[@mohitkush5358]

Amazing man loved your teaching process 😊

[@saad-mahmud]

Step1: I hit the Like button Step2: I start watching the video❤ This is how I love your videos. Biggest Fan of you, Dear Unmesh!

[@InfotainmentbyBakhtyarAli]

The Best ... Always brings something new !

[@Davpoke]

Great example and explanation,,,, thanx broo....

[@HBCrusher]

I love to listen your English. Your speaking tone is very nice. The every single thing explained by u is OP. Love from India ❤

[@FAZLERABBI19]

Boss please if you create a mug mockup tutorial one will also get to learn something new.

[@MyOldBook123]

Thanks for sharing knowledge.

[@agcreative763]

Really helpful... Sir I want you to make another video on Adobe colour wheel with more informations.

[@EnjoyYourDreams]

I am just watching to see u. You are amazing....

[@jorlek3468]

thanks you sir for your teaching of Photoshop

[@onlinelyrics36]

Very educative indeed! You are the best Mr.

[@md.ahsunhabib1159]

I love your Teaching Style, Really you are awesome....thanks a lot for your teach

[@johnmcnairn6822]

Well done, I noticed this when using the MBP colourmaps plugin but I assumed I was wrong..now I know how to adjust it , thanks.

[@Soraiah27]

Bugged my mind at first until you explain. This one is very interesting.

[@jayrgallego3031]

Really likes how soothing he explains everything. "Is it Interesting! let's add Curves. " :) God bless and more power.

[@Rain_Animation]

Good look .Thank you so very much!

[@applephotography5590]

Thank you very much for your explanation Sir

[@KarlShreeves]

This was great. I'm a very experienced PS user (got in at CS2) and even teach it sometimes, and this was totally under my radar. Very, very useful! Thanks!

[@dipakprasad]

I would do anything to have a tutor like this. Excellent

[@kumarvelview6435]

You are changing my life in photoshop and my photoshop guru. We will open new studio at August 21in tamilnadu, please wish me sir

[@recidejayzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz18]

even a single property you still noticed, what a great teacher, thanks mate

[@mellie_tarot]

Love your videos, they never fail to teach and inspire me

[@drawinfo99]

Dear Unmesh, this really great study of gradient mask. Very nice and very useful tips thanks for sharing your knowledge all the way down ....cheers:)

[@asharasalah]

Thank for you effort , It is useful tutorial

[@cesarruiz1424]

Estoy seguro que Unmesh creará su propio software muy pronto. Está muy cerca de lograrlo. Gracias Unmesh 😉👍

[@JB_Ytube]

খুব ভালো টিউটোরিয়াল উন্মেষ।

[@zaqareemalcolm]

I use gradient mapping for coloring drawing so this is some very useful info!

[@tpw.1610]

that was just amazing. even if I had noticed this issue I probably wouldn't have ever found the solution to it

[@djdesigns81]

No Filler. Great useful content as usual. Thanks for sharing.

[@camxyc]

Man, gradient maps are my favs when I am having fun with Photoshop and I haven't thought about smoothness before. Now I feel enlightened XD

[@stephenelderphoto]

Fascinating information Unmesh!

[@miguimau]

Excellent! Thanks a lot.

[@thesaint2700]

Dude, you’re a genius!

[@slykhajiit2]

Unmesh is no longer analyzing the program, he's moving more and more toward a scientific level of analyzation

[@ThePanacon]

Memo: We went over to analysis instead of analyzation commencing with the 20th century. ;-)

[@j_pbp]

he's evolving

[@magendhirannarainasamy2228]

Simple and sensational explanation 👌🏻

[@AlexIsiv]

It's not faulty, it's just that it is very exact. The reason the gradient changed is because you started a few pixels away from the very edge of your artboard and the absolute black is dragged a little bit inwards. You have to be very precise so it won't change. The reason the image (the girl with the beanie) changed is simplier, the original photo's black is not absolute black, it's dark gray, same for white, gray, almost white. You have to check the darkest and brightest points on your images to have the best results. Photos rarely contain absolute black or absolute white.

[@arpandutta3106]

yup i thought the same thing. we can check it using the histogram to see if there are pure black and white.

[@poochicam4392]

Thank you so much I really learned a lot from your video and it rwally inspire me to push forward in editing.

[@m.haider469]

excellent vedios i learn very much much from your vedios but can you explain gradient tool in more detail

[@abhishekhchatterjee5544]

Thanks a lot, I was never aware of this property.......

[@CreArt3Ds]

sencillo y genial... gracias

[@H-Visage]

10/10 Saved my greyscale art!

[@ZabuArts]

really nice, thank you very much!

[@arjunmahesh5725]

Whether we have to insert graphic card for photoshop

[@able223]

I thin that in the first example. The blacks of the B/W image isn't 100% black. The gradient maps, maps this to 100% black and that's why the contrast is enhanced.