How to use and Add Gradients in Photoshop

This video will walk you through using photoshop gradients!

 INSTALL GRADIENTS ( The Old Way )

  • Go to Edit > Preset > Preset Manager… then select the Gradient preset type. 
  • Click Load… then locate the file and click open. 
  • Your gradients will be available to use with the gradient presets in the gradient panel.

OR USE THE DRAG & DROP METHOD ( Photoshop CC )

RECOMMENDED

This method is a great solution if you find your .abr files are giving you trouble with installation. ( Greyed out. ) 

  • Open Finder ( on Mac ) or Explorer / File manager ( Windows ) and find your file.
  • Make sure you have Photoshop open.
  • Double click on the file and it should automatically load into Photoshop.
  • OR Drag the .grad file down to your Photoshop Icon. Drop it there!
  • Open your Brushes presets palate, and you will find your brushes there.

Find the free set to download HERE!