Background Masking Techniques in Photoshop Five different methods to isolate objects in Photoshop. A how-to explanation, how long each method takes, and when each is most appropriate. Using the Magic Eraser tool; Background Eraser tool; Extract command; Quick Mask mode and Pen Tool to make a selec Isolate objects. Extract objects. Cut out an image. Remove a background. Whatever you call it, the separation of objects from the background of an image is an essential skill for Web designers. Here, Corrie explains 5 masking techniques, highlights their pros and cons, and identifies the applications to which each is suited. in Public bookmarkswith artisticbackgroundeditingguidehowimagesimagingmaskingphotographsphotographyphotoshopprocessingsoftwaretechniquetutorialby 3 users