In this article, we tackle the issue of how to Straighten an Image in Photoshop. Mastering this straightforward process can significantly enhance your photo’s appearance, making it more professional and visually appealing.
Step 1. Select the Crop Tool
Begin by selecting the Crop Tool from the tool panel. It’s the icon that looks like two overlapping right angles. This tool is essential for adjusting the size and orientation of your image.
Step 2. Open the Straighten Tool
Once you’ve selected the Crop Tool, a new toolbar appears at the top of your screen. Look for an icon of a level – that’s the Straighten Tool. Click on it to activate the tool.
Step 3. Draw a Reference Line
Now, you need to draw a reference line. This line will guide Photoshop in adjusting the tilt of your image. There are two ways to draw this line: horizontally or vertically.
Step 3.1 Draw a Line Horizontally
To draw a horizontal line, click and hold at one end of an object in the image that should be horizontal. Then, drag your cursor to the other end of the object and release.
Step 3.2 Draw a Line Vertically
For a vertical line, do the same thing – click and hold at the top of an object that should be vertical, drag to the bottom, and release.
Step 4. Apply the Straighten Tool
After drawing your reference line, Photoshop automatically rotates the image to align with the line. This is the Straighten Tool in action. If you’re not satisfied with the alignment, just draw a new reference line.
