: Place a "background" layer, a "shape/fill" layer above it, and finally your text or cutout shape on the top. Open Blending Options : Right-click your top layer and select Blending Options Set Knockout Type : Under "Advanced Blending," find the dropdown and select: : Knocks out layers within the same group. : Knocks out all layers down to the Background layer. Adjust Opacity : Drag the Fill Opacity
The Knockout Photoshop plugin is a powerful tool for anyone looking to remove backgrounds from images quickly and accurately. While obtaining a free full version may require some effort and caution, the benefits it offers can significantly enhance your photo editing and graphic design capabilities. Always prioritize downloading from reputable sources to ensure both your computer's and your data's safety.
The "full version" you want likely does not exist in a working state for modern PCs. Do not risk your computer.
The original Knockout plugin (by Corel, later owned by AutoFX) was a powerful masking tool for removing backgrounds in Photoshop. It hasn’t been officially updated in years and is abandonware — meaning no legitimate “free full version” exists from the original developers anymore.
With one click, Photoshop’s Adobe Sensei AI can now identify a subject and create a high-quality mask instantly.