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# Masking

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Masking allows you to select specific parts of an image for editing. Use it to highlight areas you want to modify, like the model’s face or clothing, while keeping the rest unchanged for precise, targeted adjustments.

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**Things to Keep in Mind**:

* Make sure the mask is precise to ensure the best results.
* It's important to avoid masking the product itself, as the unmasked areas will remain unchanged in the final output.
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### Masking Basics

On the **masking page**, use the **brush tool** to carefully mask areas you want to modify, such as faces or styling.

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### Brush Tools

Using these buttons, you can:

* **Undo**: Revert the last action you made.
* **Adjust the Size of the Brush**: Modify the size of the brush tool for more precise masking.
* **Clear Masking**: Remove all masking and start over.

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### Done & Proceed&#x20;

When you finish masking, click the **"Done Masking & Proceed"** button to move to the next step.

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This will send you to the **Prompt page**, where you can make further modifications to your image.


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