How to Fix Dark Shadows in Photoshop

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open Photoshop.

   Also open (Ctrl+O or ⌘ Command+O) the image you want to fix.
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   Step 2: Make a duplicate (Ctrl+J or ⌘ Command+J) of the Background layer.

   ,,, More options will be displayed, giving you more control over it.
   
   Also click on Preview, if it is not selected. , Every image will differ.
   
   Normally Photoshop will figure out the right amount of shadow and highlighting to apply from the beginning on its own, but you can change it.
   
   Like in Shadows, Amount can be set between 20-50, Tone between 40-60 and Radius between 20-40. , The popup box will close. , Now you can save it, or change the Opacity,etc.
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   Step 3: Go to Image > Adjustments > Shadows/Highlights....

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   Step 4: Wait for the Shadows/Highlights box to popup.

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   Step 5: Click on Show More Options inside the popup-box.

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   Step 6: Play around with the sliders.

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   Step 7: Hit OK.

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