The Patch Tool

Hi,
I am using the patch tool to patch (!) areas of an image. Instead of patching the selection into the image, PS4 blends it, so that some of the patch and some of the original image are visible. I've searched for a way to instruct PS4 to reduce the opacity but I can't find such an option. Is it possible to truly 'patch' and not 'blend' an area of an image?
Thanks for you help!

Sorry...I only come here when having problems.   I read more than post.   ...most problems have already been resolved before I get here.
No so this one.
I just this moment went back to my old workstation.
ABIT IS7     Windows XP SP3   RADEON 9600 graphigs Card
ADOBE CS3 10.0.1
The Patch Tool blends perfectly...
On this workstation.. my New one.
ASUS P5B Deluxe with E6600 & 8gig Ram   RADEON HD 3870 X2
Windows Ultimate SPK2 64bit
I have both CS3 10.0.1 & CS4 11.0.1    installed
Both exibit a failure to blend properly ...as priviously mentioned in this thread.
Again...I am back to my original thinking that it is a Hardware Related issue..and needs exploring
In my humble opinion, It would be good to poll those having issues and see.
MB processor OS & ver   Graphics Adaptor and drivers & Photoshop ver
Respectfully Submitted
TMc

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Thank you very much for these suggestions. Robert
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