This term refers to a visual element, often a shape or figure, that is isolated from a background, prepared for immediate use. For example, a photograph of a product might be processed so that the product appears on its own, without any surrounding context. This isolated image can then be easily integrated into various layouts and designs.
Preparing imagery in this manner offers significant advantages. It allows for efficient incorporation of the image into diverse marketing materials, such as websites, brochures, and social media campaigns. Its flexibility streamlines the design process, saving time and resources. Historically, this type of image preparation was a manual and time-consuming process, often involving painstaking digital masking or physical cutting and pasting.
The main body of this article will now delve into the specific techniques, software, and best practices employed to achieve optimal results when creating these isolated visual elements. Discussion will focus on methodologies for achieving clean edges, preserving image quality, and optimizing images for different digital applications.
