ps6-Layer Basics and how-to tips

1. New, copied, and deleted layers

CTRL+J: Duplicate a layer, you can copy the selection as a new layer

Shift+ctrl+alt+e: Merges all of the following layers into one layer on a new blank layer.

2. Select Copy and link layers

When you move a layer, press the ALT key to quickly copy the layer

3. Lock the Layer

Alt+delete key: Fill foreground color

When transparent pixels are not locked, the entire layer is populated.

When you lock transparent pixels, only the locations that have pixels will function.

4. Layer Groups

5. Layer Masks

You can repair the wrong parts and choose a different foreground color to wipe.

Alt key to observe masks, shift to deactivate enable masks

6. Bevel and Emboss

ps6-Layer Basics and how-to tips