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NashvilleNewman
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Mar 12, 2026 5:14 PM UTC
Question

Canvas jumping when I try to edit text

I’m having a pretty big problem lately with Photoshop iOS trying to edit text on a canvas. When I try to select the text to edit it, the canvas jumps down, so I’m at the bottom of the canvas. I then  have to physically drag the canvas down to the middle of the page again to start editing the text. Unfortunately I cannot attach a video to display this.

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    jane-e
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    Mar 13, 2026 9:10 AM UTC

    ​@NashvilleNewman 

    I just tested and it’s not doing that for me.

     

    Here’s one thing to try: click the cog in the upper right to open App Settings. In the General tab > Advanced, choose Restore App Defaults. Let us know if this works.

     

     

    Jane

     

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    NashvilleNewman
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    Mar 13, 2026 12:33 PM UTC

    Hi Jane. Not working. I just tried. I’m selecting the text layer, and when I use my Apple Pencil to select the text, and then lift the Pencil from the tablet, that’s when the screen jumps. 🤷🏼‍♂️

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    jane-e
    Community Expert
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    Mar 13, 2026 1:23 PM UTC

    ​@NashvilleNewman 

    I was testing by tapping with my finger, but have just put my pencil on to recharge. I’ll try again when I can.

     

    How are exactly are you selecting the text (so I can do the same)?

     

    For testing purposes, does this also happen when you use your finger?

     

    Also (for an FYI), when I tested I selected a pixel layer, then double-tapped the text on the canvas. The previous comment about selecting the layer first does not apply and is a non-issue.

     

    Jane

     

     

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    Nancy OShea
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    Mar 12, 2026 9:43 PM UTC

    Which Layer is active in your Layers Panel?  

    Is it the same layer that you’re attempting to edit?

     

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    Nancy O'Shea— Product User & Community Expert