The assumption is that the reader is already up to speed with Photoshop's general layout, and the location of the various tools, effects, filters, etc; but might sometimes need a memory jog on how to achieve a specific task. If this is you, then my 'Fix It In Photoshop' will be an ideal companion to your workflow, as you can jump into the book up as a quick reference guide.
The book is designed as a go-to quick reference source as opposed to a manual. In this way it will get you up to speed If you do choose to read cover to cover, then everything is grouped logically, so you will certainly pick up lots of great tips on using Photoshop.
The nature of Photoshop means that there are often multiple ways to achieve the same goal or aim. In these cases, to avoid overcomplicating things, I have highlighted only the one or maximum of two tried and tested methods that I use in my work. As an example, look up the term 'sharpening in Photoshop' on any internet search engine, and you are sure to get multiple methods. Some of these will likely leave you thinking that you need a Ph.D. in computer science to perform even this basic task. However, in this book, I will just give you foolproof methods that work 100% of the time, and that doesn't need any advanced photoshop knowledge.
Many of the 'Fix It' answers in the book needed only very simple answers. However, some of the questions answered in the book are a little more complex, and in these cases, I have included a brief step-by-step guide to get you on the right track.