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defaultht6csvt0k83r
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October 2, 2021
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missing layers

  • October 2, 2021
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When I open an image in PS Elements 21 only the background is shown on the list

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Greg_S.
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Greg_S.Community Expert
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October 9, 2021

@defaultf6d6509v98c2, there are many ways to remove labels from a photo.  If you give us an example, we can give you some ideas. 

 

(And it is very easy to miss, but when you try to save a layered file as a .jpg, a warning button will appear to tell you that layers are not preserved.)

 

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    defaultf6d6509v98c2
    Participant
    October 9, 2021

    So it is a simple so no layers saved if saved as jpeg. Sure would have been nice to know that. Hundreds of pic now useless as I can't remove labels. Thanks everyone.

     

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    barbz19892646
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    October 5, 2021

    I'm having the same issue. JPeg images as always. I used elements for years, stopped due to old computer and now I'm back. Totally confused as to how to get multiple layers to show up in layer panel. Any help appreciated.

    Peru Bob
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    Peru BobCommunity Expert
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    October 5, 2021

     

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     JPeg images as always


    By @barbz19892646


    Jpeg doesn't support layers.

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    barbz19892646
    Participating Frequently
    October 5, 2021

    Thanks, Peru. Now I'm really confused since I've been layering jpegs for years in both elements and another app. Also, when I was messing with this last night, I did get two images to layer, seemingly as a drag and drop. Unfortunately, it disappeared with further fooling around and I can't figure out what I did to get it in the first place. Any thoughts? Are these images somehow converting to another format when I deposit in elements or am I misunderstanding what you mean? 

    Peru Bob
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    Peru BobCommunity Expert
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    October 3, 2021

    Is it a file type that supports layers?

    Glenn 8675309
    Glenn 8675309
    Legend
    October 2, 2021

    You do need more than one image, or element, such as text, on the same canvas, for other layers to show up.

    Greg_S.
    Community Expert
    Greg_S.Community Expert
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    October 2, 2021

    You aren't giving us much information to help you.  What kind of file is it (jpeg, psd, tiff etc.)? When you say "the list" do you mean the Layers panel?  A screenshot of your problem would be helpful.

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