Brush Size
The diameter of a Brush Tool in digital art applications, controlling stroke width and detail level. Adjustments are critical for precision work and broad strokes.
Key Adjustment Methods in Adobe Photoshop
- Bracket Keys: Tap
[or]to decrease/increase size - Shift + Bracket Keys: Hold Shift +
[/]to adjust edge hardness - Heads Up Display (HUD):
- Mac: Hold Control + Option and drag
- Windows: Hold Control + Alt + Right-click and drag
Integrates tips from julianne-kost’s adobe-photoshop tutorial: “10 Quick Tips for Painting in Adobe Photoshop” (2026-04-14)
2026 04 14 Julianne Kost using brush tool in photoshop