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How to Use Nik Software Sharpener Pro 3.0 to Enhance Your Photos

Nik Software Sharpener Pro 3.0 is a powerful and versatile tool that can help you sharpen your photos and bring out the details and textures in your images. Whether you want to apply global or selective sharpening, adjust the amount and radius of the effect, or fine-tune the output settings, Sharpener Pro 3.0 can help you achieve your desired results.

In this article, we will show you how to use Nik Software Sharpener Pro 3.0 to enhance your photos in a few simple steps.

Step 1: Open Your Photo in Sharpener Pro 3.0

To open your photo in Sharpener Pro 3.0, you can either launch it as a standalone application or as a plugin for Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or Elements. If you are using it as a plugin, make sure you have saved a copy of your photo before applying any sharpening effects.

Once you have opened your photo in Sharpener Pro 3.0, you will see the main interface with four tabs: Global, Selective, Output, and Loupe & Histogram. You can switch between these tabs to access different features and settings.

Step 2: Apply Global Sharpening

The Global tab allows you to apply sharpening to the entire image or to specific areas based on tonal values. You can choose from various presets or create your own custom settings.

To apply global sharpening, follow these steps:

Select a preset from the drop-down menu or click on the plus icon to create a new one.

Adjust the Strength slider to control the overall amount of sharpening.

Adjust the Radius slider to control the size of the sharpening effect.

Adjust the Structure slider to control the contrast and detail of the sharpening effect.

Adjust the Local Contrast slider to control the contrast and detail of the edges and textures.

Use the Control Points tool to apply sharpening to specific areas based on tonal values. You can add, delete, or move control points and adjust their size and opacity.

Use the Brush tool to apply sharpening to specific areas using a brush. You can adjust the brush size, hardness, opacity, and edge detection.

Use the Graduated Filter tool to apply sharpening to specific areas using a gradient. You can adjust the gradient angle, position, size, and opacity.

Use the U Point Technology tool to apply sharpening to specific objects or areas using intelligent selection. You can adjust the selection size, opacity, and edge detection.

Step 3: Apply Selective Sharpening

The Selective tab allows you to apply sharpening to specific areas using masks. You can create multiple masks and adjust their settings independently.

To apply selective sharpening, follow these steps:

Click on the Add button to create a new mask.

Select a mask from the list and rename it if you want.

Use the Brush tool to paint over the areas you want to sharpen. You can adjust the brush size, hardness, opacity, and edge detection.

Use the Eraser tool to erase any unwanted areas from the mask. You can adjust the eraser size, hardness, opacity, and edge detection.

Use the Invert button to invert the mask if you want.

Adjust the Strength slider to control the amount of sharpening for each mask.

Adjust the Radius slider to control the size of the sharpening effect for each mask.

Adjust the Structure slider to control the contrast and detail of the sharpening effect for each mask.

Adjust the Local Contrast slider to control the contrast and detail of the edges and textures for each mask.

Step 4: Adjust Output Settings

The Output tab allows you to fine-tune the output settings for your sharpened image. You can choose from various output modes and formats depending on your intended use of your image.

To adjust output settings, follow these steps:

Select an output mode from the drop-down menu. You can choose from Display (for viewing on screen 061ffe29dd