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The alpha mask on the flames allows the text in the background to show through.
To work with alpha masks in QuarkXPress, you’ll need to save them with the
picture in a format that supports alpha channels.
To apply an alpha mask to the selected picture, choose an alpha channel from
the Measurements palette’s Mask drop-down menu.
By default, this drop-down menu is set to Composite, which preserves the
image’s overall transparency.
Working with PSD pictures
You can import native, unflattened picture files from Adobe Photoshop directly
into QuarkXPress with PSD Import functionality. Once files are imported, you
can manipulate any layers, channels, and paths saved with the Photoshop (PSD)
files. This integration between Photoshop and QuarkXPress streamlines your
workflow by allowing you to skip flattening; saves hard disk space by enabling
you to work with native files; and enhances your creative possibilities by
providing access to layers, channels, and paths.
With PSD Import, use File > Import to import a PSD file into a selected
QuarkXPress picture box.
To work with layers, channels, and paths in the image, choose Window >
Advanced Image Control. You can use the Advanced Image Control palette to
blend layers, work with color channels, and select paths.
Preparing PSD files
When you’re preparing pictures in Photoshop for use with Advanced Image
Control, you need to keep a few things in mind: