Eraser Tool
Erase flattened areas in an image to expose the Canvas.
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Erase flattened areas in an image to expose the Canvas.
Note: Tools are only available for image captures. Share your video to TechSmith Camtasia to enhance it with annotations and effects.
Note: The eraser tool only erases flattened or original areas in an image.
Note: Select Image > Canvas Color (Windows) or Image > Change Canvas Color (Mac) to change the eraser color. If the Canvas color is set to transparent, you will see a checkerboard pattern as you erase. For more information, see Remove a Background.
Edit the properties to customize the tool.
Tip: Save your customizations as a Quick Style for future use. See Quickly Access Favorite Styles and Tools.
Width
Drag the slider or enter a value to adjust the width of the eraser.
Opacity
Drag the slider to adjust the transparency level.
Antialias (Windows only)
Enable this option to smooth the edges of the erased area.