Color Profile Defaults to OFF Toggle when saving Files?

[FauxtoGuy]

When Saving new Files (or Save As) the option to embed color profile defaults to the OFF setting (unchecked). I don't recall this always being the default save setting. It's easy to forget to check this important setting, when saving multiple files in a production environment. The default should be ON, with the OPTION to disable. I checked PS prefs for an option to have current profile embedded by default with "Save As", but I see no option for that. (maybe I missed it).

I understand that when saving for web, other options maybe preferable, but that would seem to be the EXCEPTION not the logical option or rule. Perhaps I'm missing something?

[davescm]

I can't replicate that unless I create a document deliberately with no colour management.

Have you tried resetting prefs (the preference files contain more than the user set preferences). Back them up first though  - that way you can restore easily if there is no change.

https://helpx.adobe.com/uk/photoshop/using/preferences.html

Dave

[FauxtoGuy]

Did you try a "Save as"? I think that's actually where the issue lies.

OTOH, could be my prefs. But resetting prefs is such a poorly enabled option, I only do it when things are dire.

Thanks

[D Fosse]

In Save For Web, the "embed profile" checkbox is sticky. Once set, you shouldn't need to check it again. Mine has always stayed checked.

And yes, I agree with Dave. This sounds like corrupt preferences. Preferences are prone to corruption because they are rewritten on every application exit, as opposed to read-only program files. An irregular shutdown can easily corrupt prefs.

In any case, the quickest and best way to keep tabs on this:

[davescm]

@FauxtoGuy  Yes I tried Save As and did not see the issue

Dave