Drawing on wrong layer!

[WagsFresh]

I started a sketch and for some reason Photoshop selected a different layer for me... after I stopped using Brush tool, I browsed through some drop down menus up top, and then returned using Brush aaaaaa

nd alas, I did not realize I was on my background layer (1st layer) Anyone out there have some wisdom to throw my way as to how to A. Correct this, like can I move what I drew on the wrong layer over to the right one? and B. Whats the best way to prevent this in the future? I had the idea of duplicating the layer I accidentally drew on and then merging it with the correct layer? Not sure if that would work or if it even makes sense. God speed PS community... I need an assist.

 

 

 

[c.pfaffenbichler]

Please provide the file. 

Have you set the Move Tool to »Auto-Select«? 

[josephlavine]

As part of my routine, I almost always create a new empty layer above my background as a reminder to work in a non-destructive manner.

warmly/j

[Kevin Stohlmeyer]

Go to your select tool. Turn off Auto Select in the options bar at the top.