How to Use the Eyedropper Tool?

As mentioned earlier, the eyedropper tool only function is to select the color from any part of the image.  Now, let’s understand this in detail with the help of an example:

Step 1: Take an image

Open an image in Photoshop as shown below:

Step 2: Select the eyedropper tool

Now select the eyedropper tool from the tool palate. and with the eyedropper tool selected mouse over the image (also note the “Show sampling ring” option in the options bar is checked”).

Step 3: Click on the image to select color

After selecting the eyedropper tool, put your mouse over the image and click to pick the sample image. A ring will appear on the screen as shown in the below image:

We can see the foreground color and the color of the sampling ring shows the color of the point of the eyedropper tool on which it points. As we move the cursor, the color changes. Thus, the eyedropper tool is very useful to pick several different colors from the picture.  

The Eyedropper Tool in Photoshop is a simple yet powerful feature that allows you to pick colors directly from any image. The Eyedropper Tool makes it easy to match colors perfectly, create a consistent color scheme, or simply replicate a specific hue. This tool is essential for designers and artists who want to ensure their work looks cohesive and professional. You can use Photoshop to create or edit images, posters, banners, logos, invitation cards, and various types of graphic designing work. It provides various tools for designing and editing and the eyedropper tool is one of them.