How to blur out background

How do you blur out the back ground of a photo?

Hi,
Hopefully, you have found the Guided edit mode and can see the Depth of Field in the Photo Effects list.
The simple mode just produces a circle of the image that is in focus. The Advanced mode enables you to pick out an irregular shape section to be kept in focus.
Have a play with it and if you need more help then come back.
Brian

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