Objects on the top Layer will appear on top of objects on lower Layers. Layers act like sheets of transparent film placed on top of one another. Many creative professionals keep a layered version of their Photoshop image that they can return to and edit later, as well as a flattened version of the modified image to use on ecommerce sites. Using Layers is a good policy whenever you need to modify an existing image by working in Layers, you can maintain the integrity of your original image until you’re satisfied with your changes. With Layers, you can place text, additional images, shapes and even vector graphics into your Photoshop document while maintaining the ability to move, delete or adjust those elements individually without affecting one another. Using Layers in Photoshop allow you to add new elements to an image without altering the original image.

Further exploration: Different types of Layers in Photoshop.

How to adjust Layer transparency and style in Photoshop.

Using Layers in Photoshop: Organization tips.

That’s why we created this Photoshop Layers for beginners guide to help you get started. But if you’re first starting out with using Layers in Photoshop, or you’re reacclimating yourself to the program after some time apart, it can be confusing to get started.

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