Restoring a Scratched Area

Next you ll work on the scratched area in the upper-left corner, using the Patch tool:

1. Choose the Patch tool . In the Options bar be sure that Source is chosen . Drag a selection encircling the scratched area of the image in the upper-left corner, as in Figure H7.8.

   
   Figure H7.8: The area selected with the Patch tool

2. Place your cursor in the center of the marching ants . Click and drag the selection to an area of similar texture on the right side of the photo, near Violetta s head.

3. Release the mouse. The area is completely restored. Compare how the area looked before and after the repair in Figure H7.9.

   
   Figure H7.9: The scratched area before and after the repair made with the Patch tool