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larry45
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January 13, 2019
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Why wont the jpeg just save?

  • January 13, 2019
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I open a jpeg in PS CC 2019. I do a crop. I choose to save.

Why wont the file just save? Why does it bring up a new dialogue box with the full file selection dropdown at the bottom, and then when I tediously choose jpeg for these, get a copy?

Is this a nuisance preference I can change somewhere? Thanks.

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    Correct answer D Fosse

    You have the crop tool set to "hide", not "delete". This creates a floating layer, which is not allowed in the jpeg file format specification.

    So PS saves a copy, and then prompts you to save the original with layers intact.

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    D Fosse
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    D FosseCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    January 13, 2019

    You have the crop tool set to "hide", not "delete". This creates a floating layer, which is not allowed in the jpeg file format specification.

    So PS saves a copy, and then prompts you to save the original with layers intact.

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      larry45Author
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      January 14, 2019

      Thanks D, I'm from era when crop too did not require a Phd!

      But hiding has advantages too, correct? Do you keep delete checked or unchecked?

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      larry45Author
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      January 15, 2019

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