Layer masking is an image editing technique used to isolate a subject from its background. It is commonly used in Adobe Photoshop and involves using layers and masks to separate an image into different parts. Layer masking works by creating a layer that contains the part of the image you want to keep, and then adding a mask to it so that only that part of the image shows through.

The main difference between layer masking and the clipping path is that with layer masking, you can adjust the opacity of the masked area, allowing for more flexibility when editing images. Layer masking also allows for more precise control over which parts of an image are visible or not.

Alpha channel masking is a type of image masking that uses an alpha channel to create a soft transition between the background and the subject. It is used for selecting or separating the product from the background, and it displays images in a way that allows for more precise editing.

Alpha channel masking can be used for many different types of images, such as hair, fur, fibers or fringes. It’s also useful for creating semi-transparent selections in Photoshop or other image editing programs.

Transparent object masking is a technique used in image editing to separate transparent objects from the background. It is used when traditional clipping path techniques cannot be used to separate transparent images from the backgrounds. Transparent object masking can be used to achieve realistic glass effects, by keeping the reflections and highlights that are on the glass object being masked. Additionally, it is possible to get perfect smooth transparency on masks by adjusting opacity and flow settings.