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Scratch Remover Tool in Paint Shop Pro

From Sonja Shea, Guest Contributor

Smoothing Scratches

Smoothing Scratches
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Scratches on an image can be caused by something getting in the way of the camera lens, such as dust or a piece of lint, or scratches may be the result of a very old photograph that has been damaged. Sometimes scratches like that are desirable for an antique photo effect, however, most of the time, scratches, like red eyes, are not particularly attractive in an otherwise great photo.
  1. Smoothing Scratches
  2. Familiarize Yourself with Presets
  3. Take Charge with Custom Settings
  4. Open the Practice Image
  5. Examine your Image and Activate the Tool
  6. Set your Options and Drag Out Selection
  7. Apply the Scratch Remover Tool
  8. Repeat the Process for Additional Scratches
  9. Compare your Results

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