How to Crop Photo on MacBook

Cropping a photo on your MacBook is a straightforward process that can be completed quickly with the right tools and techniques. In this article, we'll walk you through how to crop a picture using Preview, a default image viewer application on Mac OS X.

Method 1: Using Preview

To start cropping a picture in Preview, follow these steps:

1. Select the image you want to crop in the Finder, then hit Command+O to open it in Preview.

2. You can speed up the process by using keyboard shortcuts throughout the task. To do this, use the same process as starting from the Finder.

Cropping Images Faster with Keyboard Shortcuts

By using keyboard shortcuts, you can efficiently crop images without having to manually drag and drop the selection tool. Here's how:

* Go to the 'Tools' menu and click on the 'Crop' option.

* Draw a rectangular selector around the area of the image you want to crop.

* Press Command+K keys or go to the 'File' menu and choose 'Save' or 'Save As' as desired to save the cropped version of the image.

Method 2: Using Keyboard Shortcuts

If you prefer using keyboard shortcuts, follow these steps:

1. Open the image file you want to crop into Preview.

2. Draw a rectangular selector around the area of the image you want to crop using the 'Rectangular Selection' tool.

3. Press Command+K keys or go to the 'File' menu and choose 'Save' or 'Save As' as desired to save the cropped version of the image.

Tips and Tricks

* When cropping an image, remember that you're also indirectly resizing it by reducing the total amount of pixels contained in the image file.

* Unlike bulk resize functions, Preview requires a unique selection for each image. You can crop multiple images at once using other methods.

* The video walkthrough below demonstrates cropping an image from a wallpaper post.

Cropping a picture on your MacBook is easy and efficient with the right techniques and tools. By following these steps and using keyboard shortcuts, you can quickly crop an image without sacrificing quality or resolution. Whether you're a beginner or experienced user, Preview's crop function is an essential tool to have in your digital toolbox.

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