Dodge

Precision Retouching

Dodge

Dodge selectively lightens painted areas to shape highlights and local exposure.

Try it in the editorshortcut—

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Original image for the Dodge example — **Dodge example**Set a low exposure, paint over the intended highlight, and repeat gently instead of using one strong pass.

Example result of the Dodge tool — **Dodge example**Set a low exposure, paint over the intended highlight, and repeat gently instead of using one strong pass.

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What this tool does

Dodge selectively lightens painted areas to shape highlights and local exposure.

Remove distractions, repair details, reshape tone, and polish portraits non-destructively.

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How to use it

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Open an image and choose Dodge from the left toolbar.
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Set a low exposure, paint over the intended highlight, and repeat gently instead of using one strong pass.
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Review the result at 100% zoom. If the change is too strong, undo it and repeat with a lower intensity.

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What you can make

Brighten eyes and facial highlights
Lift detail from dark local areas
Sculpt volume with controlled light