Gradient Tool
The Gradient tool is used to make a smooth transition of colors across your canvas.
Basic Gradient
![Basic Gradient](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/002/767/264/original/media_1316539424688.png)
- Gradient tool
- The color bar colors in combination with the color mode selection determine the colors for the gradient.
- Here is a linear gradient between 2 colors. Radial gradients are also supported.
Alpha Gradient
![Alpha Gradient](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/002/767/266/original/media_1316539757003.png)
Gradients can also start or fade to alpha (transparency).
- The Color to Alpha option is selected.
- The gradient is drawn from the upper left to the bottom right. Notice the gradient goes from white to transparent.