Fill the work canvas

Paskutinį kartą atnaujinta 2025-12-02

Learn how to fill the canvas with a color or a custom background in Adobe Photoshop.

The work canvas surrounds the image area and can be filled with a color that contrasts well with the image. This adjustment enhances contrast, reduces visual strain, and makes editing more comfortable.

Before you begin

Make sure your workspace is visible and isn't in full-screen mode.

Right-click anywhere on the work canvas area surrounding your image.

Select a color from the context menu:

  • Default
  • Black
  • Dark Gray
  • Medium Gray
  • Light Gray
  • Custom

When you select Custom, the last custom chosen color is applied.

Context menu on Photoshop canvas showing color options including Default, Black, Gray tones, and Custom.
Select a preset or custom color from the canvas context menu to improve contrast while editing your image.

To change the custom color, choose Select Custom color, and then select a color from the Color Picker.

Select OK to apply the color.