PhotoshopElements_layers

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 * __LAYERS__**
 * Layers allow you to build your graphics using layer after layer of separate elements.
 * These layers can be moved around and restacked in any order to allow the artist to easily experiment and modify the composition.
 * Layers allow you to modify parts of graphic “NON-DESTRUCTIVELY” - without destroying pixels in the layers underneath.

//ALWAYS start by selecting the layer that you actually want to work on.//
 * [[image:Photoshop_LayersPalette01.png align="left"]] || **The LAYERS PALETTTE**


 * Create or Delete a Layer**
 * Click the new layer option[[image:Photoshop_LayersPalette03.png]] to create a new layer
 * Click on the delete layer [[image:Photoshop_LayersPalette04.png]] to delete a layer


 * Text Layers**
 * Text Layers are like mini word processors, allowing you to resize, recolour and relocate text easily
 * TEXT LAYERS can be turned into REGULAR layers by using the SIMPLIFY command from the Palette Menu


 * Regular Layers**
 * Most photoshop work will use PIXELS (Picture Elements) that are stored on regular layers


 * Name your Layers**
 * Double Click a layer name to rename it.
 * You SHOULD name all layers appropriately!


 * Opacity**
 * By default, Layers are fully OPAQUE (solid), but an entire layer can be made more transparent by adjusting it's OPACITY


 * Blending Mode**
 * This option allows you to change how the selected layer interacts with others. (ie. try using "Multiply" mode to make white become transparent)

Click the PALETTE MENU for more options... ||
 * [[image:Photoshop_LayersPalette02.png]] || **The PALETTE MENU**


 * Simplify Layers**
 * This will change a text layer (or other complex layers like "masking layers" into a regular layer


 * Merge Layers**
 * Use MERGE DOWN or MERGE VISABLE to combine layers, and reduce the number of layers in your palette


 * Flatten Layers**
 * This will flatten ALL your layers down into one ||