Adding Gradients to PhotoImpact
First you'll need a Path Object with a new gradient.
Here's one you can use to follow along:
PI Gradient Sample
  1. Click on the image to download the ufo.
  2. Open the ufo in PhotoImpact. You'll see that it's a Path object.
  3. Using the Path Drawing tool, Left click on the object to select it.
Path Tool
  1. Left click on the Color box in the Attribute bar:
Color Box
  1. Choose Gradient fill from the drop down menu.
  2. Left click in the box for Multiple colors.
  3. When the Palette Ramp Editor opens, click Add > OK > OK.
Your new gradient will be ready to use whenever you choose the Gradient fill option.

Try it!
  • Open a new image, any size, any color.
  • Go to Edit > Fill and choose the Gradient tab.
  • Left click in the Multiple Color box, scroll down to find your new gradient!
  • You can change the direction of the gradient by choosing a different directional arrow from Fill Type.
.....OR.....
  • Open a new image, any size, any color.
  • Go to Edit > Fill and choose the Gradient tab.
  • This time, left click in the Magic Gradient color box.
  • Click on the Edit... button
  • Once again, scroll down to find your new gradient!.
...Or try it this way...
  • On your Tool Panel, activate any of the Gradient Fill Tools:
Gradient Fill Tools
  • Select Multiple-colors for the Fill method, then left click on the Fill colors box.
  • Once again, scroll down to find your new gradient!.
I hope you enjoyed this and learned something new.
You can download more of my original gradients at the button below.
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