PHOTOSHOP BLENDING MODES ARE SEPARATED INTO SIX GROUPS
- Normal: No special blending takes place, only opacity effects these
- Darken: The result darkens the image. White is invisible on the Blend layer.
- Lighten: The result lightens the image. Black is invisible on the Blend Layer.
- Contrast: Increases Contrast. 50% gray is invisible on the blend layer.
- Comparative: Difference between images is apparent, this makes them useful for working with different layers
- Color: Works on different color qualities
To use a Layer Blending mode, you will need to have a document with at least two layers present, so the layers can react with each other. At the top of the Layers palette, see an option that says Normal. Click the drop-down menu to see all the available modes. Select one of the modes and see the result in your document window.