Soft Edges 
are typically used when editing photographs, paintings or pictures for PhotoStitch. The Tools give a softer (anti-aliased) edge with gradients and semi-transparencies.
To see the effect of using Soft Edges 
, draw a thick line in a dark color with the Paintbrush 
, using the Brush type Very Soft Circle.
Shortcut
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Paint Window Control Panel, Mode:
