Which action defines the sampling point when using the Clone Stamp Tool to remove an object?

• A. Alt/Option-click to define a sampling point, then paint over the object; use a soft brush and adjust sampling area for seamless blending.
• B. Click the Clone Stamp icon in the toolbar.
• C. Right-click on the object to sample color.
• D. Double-click the canvas before painting.

Answer: (A)

When removing an object with the Clone Stamp Tool, you define where you’ll clone from by Alt/Option-clicking the source area. That action sets the sampling point—the pixels you’ll copy as you paint over the object. From there, painting uses those sampled pixels, and using a soft brush with careful sampling area helps the blend look natural and seamless with the surrounding texture. The other actions don’t establish the source: simply clicking the tool’s icon activates it, right‑clicking to sample color isn’t how the Clone Stamp sources pixels, and double-clicking the canvas has no effect on sampling.