To change the color of a rectangle in Photoshop, double-click the shape layer's thumbnail in the Layers panel and select a new color from the Color Picker.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
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Locate the Shape Layer: In the Layers panel, find the layer containing your rectangle. Shape layers are usually named something like "Rectangle 1" and have a vector mask icon.
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Open the Color Picker: Double-click the thumbnail of the shape layer in the Layers panel. This will open the Color Picker.
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Choose a New Color: In the Color Picker, you can select a new color in several ways:
- Click in the color spectrum: Click within the large color square to choose a hue and saturation.
- Adjust the color slider: Drag the slider along the vertical color bar to choose a hue.
- Enter specific color values: Enter numerical values for RGB, CMYK, or Hex codes for precise color selection.
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Confirm Your Selection: Click "OK" in the Color Picker. The rectangle's color will update to your chosen color.
Important Considerations:
- Layer Styles: If changing the color doesn't work, check if the layer has a layer style applied (indicated by a small "fx" icon on the layer). Some layer styles can override the fill color. You may need to adjust or remove the layer style to change the base color.
- Shape Tool Still Active: If you're still using the Rectangle Tool, any new rectangles you create will use the color you selected last.
Troubleshooting:
If you're having trouble changing the color:
- Ensure you're working on a shape layer. You can only directly change the fill color of shape layers this way. If it’s a rasterized layer, you'll need to use a different method, like the Paint Bucket Tool or a Color Overlay layer style.
- Check the Blend Mode: Make sure the layer's blend mode is set to "Normal." Other blend modes can affect the appearance of the color.
- Visibility: Verify that the layer is visible (the eye icon is enabled in the Layers panel).
