Photoshop Isn’t Just a Tool – It’s a Superpower We’re Still Learning to Control

Ever notice how every Photoshop expert seems to have their own magic formula?

Some use hundreds of layers, others rely on just three. Some swear by adjustment masks, others by smart objects.

But here’s the truth I’ve learned after years of designing – Photoshop doesn’t make you creative; it reveals how creative you already are.

Lately, I’ve been experimenting with:

• Turning ordinary photos into cinematic color tones (without LUTs)
• Combining AI-generated textures with manual brush blending
• Using Blend-If layers for natural lighting – total game changer!

Now I’m curious:

What’s one Photoshop trick or workflow that completely changed the way you edit or design?

Let’s build a thread of real, underrated Photoshop habits that every designer should know – from beginners to pros.
I’ll start in the comments.