Layers

[Norine1]

I have previously used a much older version of Photo Shop (possibly prior to 2010). I don't recall that I used layers with this.I recently updated to the 2020  Photo edition. My question is: Do I have to learn  and use layers?  Thanks fir any help.  From: A dinosauer

[John Waller]

Are you using Photoshop 2020 or Photoshop Elements 2020?

[Just Shoot Me]

I moved your post from the Get Started forum to the Program Specific forum, PS Elements.

If this is in Error please state the exact Adobe program you are asking about.

Answer to your question.

No you do not need to learn or use Layers. But it can make your editing better.