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Create a Custom Fill Pattern in Photoshop

This tutorial shows you how to create a custom fill pattern. Follow the steps below, or download the video tutorial for a detailed demonstration (see link on right).

1. Create a new file (File > New).
2. Set the width and height to the same dimensions as your desired pattern.
3. Create your desired pattern.
4. Select Edit > Define Pattern.
5. Enter a name for the pattern, then click OK.
6. Close the file.
7. To test the new pattern, create a new file.
8. Select Edit > Fill.
9. Click the Use drop-menu.
10. Select Pattern.
11. Click the Custom Pattern drop-menu.
12. Your new pattern should be visible in the collection of patterns. Click to select it, then click OK.
13. The image is filled with your pattern. Done!

Note: To delete unwanted patterns, right-click the pattern in the Custom Fill box, then select Delete.