Understanding Layers

Use these tips to make the most of this key Photoshop tool

Lewis Kemper

Updated June 30, 2016

Working in an image-editing program without utilizing Layers is, from my perspective, like using a pro SLR and leaving it on manual all the time. You’ll still be able to make quality images, but you certainly won’t be taking advantage of all the technology that makes life easier!

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Originally Published November 1, 2006

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