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*Photonic
*Photonic
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July 26, 2017
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Why are some layer names underlined?

  • July 26, 2017
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I have noticed recently that some of the layer names are underlined in my editing projects (see screen capture below). What does this mean? Using Photoshop CS6 on MacBook Pro running OS 10.9.5. Thanks.

    Correct answer gener7

    It indicates the layer is modified by a Clipping Mask above it.

    Select the Clipping Mask and choose "release" from the Layers Panel menu and the underline goes away.

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    MarieKY
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    gener7
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    gener7Community ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    July 26, 2017

    It indicates the layer is modified by a Clipping Mask above it.

    Select the Clipping Mask and choose "release" from the Layers Panel menu and the underline goes away.

    *Photonic
    *PhotonicAuthor
    Known Participant
    July 26, 2017

    Thanks. I am familiar w. a layer mask, but no a clipping mask. Would image layers existing outside the boundaries of the image dimensions be considered "clipped"?

    gener7
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    gener7Community Expert
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    July 26, 2017

    No, they would be considered "outside of the Canvas" and can be shown with the command Image > Reveal All.

    Here is more complete information on what a Clipping Mask is

    Clipping masks

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      DeanUtianCommunity Expert
      Community Expert
      July 26, 2017

      An underlined layer occurs when you have a Clipping Mask applied to that layer. This is the case with Photoshop and Illustrator.

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