To blur the edges of an image in Photoshop, you can follow these simple steps:
1. Open your image in Photoshop by going to File > Open. Alternatively, you can drag and drop your image into the Photoshop workspace.
2. Once your image is open, select the layer that contains the image you want to blur. If your image is a background layer, you will need to convert it to a regular layer by double-clicking on it in the Layers panel and clicking OK.
3. With the layer selected, go to the toolbar on the left and choose the Rectangular Marquee Tool (or press M on your keyboard). This tool allows you to select a specific area of your image.
4. Click and drag the Marquee Tool around the area of the image where you want to apply the blur effect. Make sure the selection encompasses the edges you want to blur. If you want to blur all the edges, you can skip this step.
5. Once you have made your selection, go to Filter > Blur > Gaussian Blur. A dialog box will appear, allowing you to adjust the settings for the blur effect.
6. In the Gaussian Blur dialog box, you will see a Radius slider. This slider determines the intensity of the blur effect. Drag the slider to the right to increase the radius and create a stronger blur. If you want a subtle blur, drag the slider to the left.
7. As you adjust the Radius slider, you will see a live preview of the blur effect on your image. This allows you to fine-tune the blur to your desired look.
8. Once you are satisfied with the blur effect, click OK to apply it to your image. The selected area or the edges you chose will now appear blurred.
9. If you want to apply the same blur effect to other parts of your image, you can repeat steps 3 to 8. This allows you to selectively blur different areas of your image.
10. save your image by going to File > Save As. Choose a location and file format for your image, and click Save.
By following these steps, you can easily blur the edges of your image in Photoshop and achieve the desired effect. Experiment with different blur settings and selections to create unique and visually appealing results.