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gaurav timrecha
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December 30, 2019
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error: Could not update smart object files because the file was not found whemn psd file moved

  • December 30, 2019
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I created a mockup and saved it on desktop. After completing the project which was working fine, i moved the original psd file to another folder. When i ran the mockup from another folder (the folder i din created the file in), and tried to update the smart object in it, the error displayed :

Could not update smart object files because the file was not found.

 

when i again moved the file to the old location (desktop), it starder working properly. the smart object was updating properly.

 

how can i move my psd file and still work without such error?

 

    Correct answer Kevin Stohlmeyer

    Right-click the Smart Object layer and choose "replace contents". Then navigate to your new location.

    Normally when you have a linked smart object, Photoshop should give you an error when opening if it cannot find the source file. You can relink it from that error window as well.

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    Kevin Stohlmeyer
    Community Expert
    Kevin StohlmeyerCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    December 30, 2019

    Right-click the Smart Object layer and choose "replace contents". Then navigate to your new location.

    Normally when you have a linked smart object, Photoshop should give you an error when opening if it cannot find the source file. You can relink it from that error window as well.

      peppe sedin
      peppe sedin
      Known Participant
      April 25, 2025

      I get this stupid message for whatever file I try to load/update. It was gone for a long time after I updated, but it suddenly reappeared. I hate it!! It almost destroys all fun working with constantly seeing this and having to push "ok".

      is this a bug or what??

       

      Isn't there a way to shut off every warning message PS wants to send me??

       

      any suggestions?? I have googled but found nothing of value.

      Have a nice Friday night, guys.

      Peppe from Sweden

      nikunj.m
      Community Manager
      nikunj.mCommunity Manager
      Community Manager
      December 30, 2019

      Hi there,

       

      Would you mind sharing more information on how you are creating the file and a brief us about your workflow?

       

      The smart object that you are referring to, did you use a different file and used the Place Linked option to bring that file in as a smart object in to your project? If yes, when you move the file from the location you brought it into Photoshop, Photoshop would no longer be able to access it causing.

      You can instead try using the Place embedded option and check if that helps with your workflow.

       

      Regards,

      Nikunj

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