How to Auto-Recreate a Gradient from Rasterized layer in Pts

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March 22, 2025
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Hi everyone,

I often work with rasterized text layers where Layer Styles (like gradients) are lost. Manually recreating gradients using the Eyedropper tool takes too much time, Therefore, I'm looking for a script that can:

1, Auto-detect and extract the gradient from a rasterized layer.
2, Recreate the gradient and save it as a Custom Gradient in Photoshop.
3, (Optional) If possible, restore other lost Layer Styles like strokes or shadows.

I repeat this task often, so automation would be a huge time-saver.

Any guidance or script suggestions would be deeply appreciated!

🙏 Huge thanks in advance!

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Correct answer pixxxelschubser

IMO I am afraid that there is no script solution for this problem.
A script can read coordinates and colour values, for example. But a colour gradient can have so many settings - it's like trying to turn an omelette back into an egg.
Sorry

c.pfaffenbichler

Community Expert

Are there any constraints on the gradients that might make evaluating easier – are they always linear, at 90˚, …?

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BongBong6868Author

Participant

Most of the gradients I’m working with are linear, and they are typically set at a fixed angle, like in this example (110°).

Stephen Marsh

Community Expert

Why are the gradients lost? What steps lead to this unwanted result? I obviously haven't seen this first hand. You're much better fixing this at the source.

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BongBong6868Author

Participant

Thanks for your response!

In my case, I don’t have access to the original layers with editable Layer Styles. The files source I receive already have rasterized text layers with gradients, meaning the original Gradient Overlay (or other effects) is lost.

That’s why I’m looking for an efficient method to extract and recreate gradients automatically. Since I have to do this process frequently, I’m looking for a way to automate it rather than manually recreating.

I was wondering if there’s any script that could help speed up this process? I’d really appreciate any suggestions!

pixxxelschubser

Correct answer

Community Expert

IMO I am afraid that there is no script solution for this problem.
A script can read coordinates and colour values, for example. But a colour gradient can have so many settings - it's like trying to turn an omelette back into an egg.
Sorry

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