Cannot render flame, object is not directly editable

[annayeo1224]

I trying to use the Render Flame tool but it keep saying "Could not render because the content of the layer is not directly editable." Then I rasterize the shape, and click render flame again, it comes out error: A selected path is required to use this filter? What does it means? I checked the preference > Performance > and use the Graphic processor, but still not work! Please help 

[c.pfaffenbichler · Accepted solution]

I think you need to have a Path selected, not a Shape Layer. 

Set the Ellipse Tool to »Path« in the Options Bar instead of »Shape« before creating the ellipse or duplicate the Vector Mask in the Paths Panel. 

[c.pfaffenbichler]

And create (or select) a plain pixel Layer (Layer > New > Layer). 

[annayeo1224]

Hi thanks for your reply, may I know how to change it to Path??? As i'm beginner to Photoshop... Appreciate if your could share it with screen shot. Thanks!!!

[c.pfaffenbichler]

Drag the icon onto the »Create New Path«-button. 

[Tech30523167zuwd]

Wow amazing I have been stragling with the same

[annayeo1224]

Hi thanks!!!!it works!!! Appreciated for your guide

[Laurie Central Coast]

Thank you so much! This saved me 🙂