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Unable to Resize PNG Image in Photoshop

Community Beginner ,
Nov 17, 2020 Nov 17, 2020

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More problems since updating to PS 2021.

 

Once I place an image (png, jpg, etc), I cannot resize it. I used to be able to select it and have the option to drag the corners to resize, but that option is no longer available. I have to delete the image and bring it in from my external source all over again if I want to change the size. 

 

Is there a way to revert back to PS 2020? I've had nothing but problems since updating.

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Community Expert , Nov 17, 2020 Nov 17, 2020

Make sure you have "Show transform controls" checked in the options bar at top.

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Nov 17, 2020 Nov 17, 2020

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Make sure you have "Show transform controls" checked in the options bar at top.

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Community Beginner ,
Nov 18, 2020 Nov 18, 2020

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That is it, thank you. Still learning. 

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Nov 18, 2020 Nov 18, 2020

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No worries - its what were all here for!

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Feb 25, 2022 Feb 25, 2022

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Problems since updating to Photoshop 2022!! I can't resize images placed in a photoshop file. The transform/move tool won't let me drag the corners to resize images. There isn't even a section that has "Show transform controls." 

Please help!

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New Here ,
May 06, 2022 May 06, 2022

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I can't find it either.  If someone can tell us where the transform control selection is, I'd greatly appreciate it.

 

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Community Beginner ,
Jun 17, 2022 Jun 17, 2022

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I already have "Show transform Controls" checked but I still can't resize.

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Community Beginner ,
Sep 08, 2022 Sep 08, 2022

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You can click an object (layer?) and then Ctrl T. Thats the shortcut for Transform. I was having the problem of not being able to resize even if selected. Closed Photoshop, opened again and now it works. 

 

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Sep 08, 2022 Sep 08, 2022

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I was having this problem. Closed the program. Opened it again and now it works. 

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New Here ,
Sep 08, 2022 Sep 08, 2022

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This is what I experienced too - happened multiple times in a row. (I was
resizing a pile of images into one template). It would work for 5-10 then
just stop until I relaunched the program 😑--

*Laura Vanderwel*
*Branding & Design Services*


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Nov 25, 2022 Nov 25, 2022

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This really helped, thanks!

 

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New Here ,
Sep 07, 2022 Sep 07, 2022

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same issue. 

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Community Beginner ,
Sep 08, 2022 Sep 08, 2022

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I'm suddenly having the same problem. (9/9/2022) I embed an image, use CTL T command to select it. But I cannot use the handles to size the image. This is the first time its ever happened.  I've been working all day as usual and suddenly this happens. "Show Controls" is checked. 

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Community Beginner ,
Sep 22, 2022 Sep 22, 2022

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I'm newish to Photoshop but found that if I had another object on the same layer that my new image was copied to, then using Ctrl T was unresponsive.  I deleted the other object on the layer (you could just duplicate the layer if you want to keep) and that allowed me to use Ctrl T with the new image.  However, that image appeared too pixelated, despite converting to a smart object before increasing its size - someone else might be able to advise on what's going on with that.

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Community Beginner ,
Sep 23, 2022 Sep 23, 2022

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That wasn't the problem. New image, new layer. I closed the program. Reopened, and it worked fine. Haven't had the problem since. Clueless as to why it was not working. 

 

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New Here ,
Apr 17, 2023 Apr 17, 2023

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Thank you

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New Here ,
Oct 03, 2022 Oct 03, 2022

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YESSSSSSSS! I was getting so mad since I've used Elements for YEARS. One click and life is back to ease. lol Thank you!

 

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LEGEND ,
Apr 17, 2023 Apr 17, 2023

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If you're using elements you're in the wrong forum... this is for full Photoshop (subscription). Photoshop Elements forum at https://community.adobe.com/t5/photoshop-elements/ct-p/ct-photoshop-elements?page=1&sort=latest_repl...

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Community Beginner ,
Apr 23, 2023 Apr 23, 2023

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Please help. I read this entire thread.
* I have the latest updates. Show Transform Controls Enabled.

* I recently reinstalled the app.

 

This morning it worked fine. Saved PDF file. Saved a PNG file. Closed Photoshop.
An hour later, reopen file and now I can not resize any objects or images again. I have closed the app and still the same issue.



Is there a Preference setting that can prevent this from happening?

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LEGEND ,
Apr 23, 2023 Apr 23, 2023

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If you're reopening the PNG you've lost Photoshop edit ability. Make sure to save PSD for editing as well. 

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New Here ,
Jul 10, 2024 Jul 10, 2024

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If you're looking for a quick and easy way to resize images (png, jpg, etc.), check out mbtokb.net. It's an online tool that simplifies the resizing process without needing to re-upload your images. Give it a try!

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Sep 05, 2024 Sep 05, 2024

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I recently upgraded Ps and this happened, samesame. Then luckily an error msg appeared saying theres not enough memory RAM to transform the layer. Bingo! Went into Prefs > Performance, up’d the default by another 5gb n viola...have to play with this a bit yet, worked. Good luck out there! INJOY

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