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AmStlCrzy
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March 1, 2018
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Photoshop compositing

  • March 1, 2018
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I have just purchased the "online" version of Photoshop. I am truly a beginner. I am attempting to create a group picture from individuals that I have cut from various files. My question is, "Can I put each individual in a unique layer for ease in manipulation during the creation?"

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    Correct answer WILDCAT54

    Absolutely!

    Create a new layer and drag/drop or paste your cutout onto that layer.

    I also recommend converting each layer into a smart object to preserve its quality when scaling.

    Right click on the layer and choose Convert to Smart object

    For more info on this, check out Work with Smart Objects in Photoshop

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    Legend
    March 1, 2018

    Just a note that Adobe don’t make an online version of Photoshop, but some people trying to cash in on the name do. What did you subscribe to or buy?

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    AmStlCrzyAuthor
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    March 1, 2018

    Sorry, my  terminology was misleading. I purchased "Photoshop" from the Adobe website and downloaded the software from the Web. I pay $9.99 per month for the use of the software. I hope this clears up any confusion

    Nancy OShea
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    Nancy OSheaCommunity Expert
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    March 1, 2018

    You might want to work through this PS compositing tutorial.

    Combine images in creative ways |

    Nancy O'Shea— Product User & Community Expert
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    Inspiring
    March 1, 2018

    Absolutely!

    Create a new layer and drag/drop or paste your cutout onto that layer.

    I also recommend converting each layer into a smart object to preserve its quality when scaling.

    Right click on the layer and choose Convert to Smart object

    For more info on this, check out Work with Smart Objects in Photoshop

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    AmStlCrzyAuthor
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    March 1, 2018

    Thank you so much "Wildcat54". I tried to fumble through it and was at the peak of frustration. I will give it a try tonight

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