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alexp9982
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February 16, 2017
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Can't Create a layer mask? Always greyed out no matter what

  • February 16, 2017
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I keep trying to create a layer mask but no matter what layer I try to perform the action on, the enable layer mask is ALWAYS greyed out. It's so annoying and this might result in me refraining to purchase Photoshop. Please somebody help me!

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    Correct answer PECourtejoie

    If a user comes to this discussion because of a greyed out add layer mask button, like the one highlighted on onthe layer panel, one should update to Ps 21.1.2, it fixes this very issue: https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/kb/fixed-issues.html#photoshop-desktop-fixed-issues

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    Vern Perryman
    Participant
    November 26, 2020

    I just started having the issue with the layer mask on. I am using PS 22.0.1. The problem started with the upgrade to PS 22.0.1.

    How do I revert back to the previous version or is there another fix?

    Thank you

     

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    Steve Blackledge
    Participating Frequently
    November 28, 2020

    I'm having the same issue in 22.0.1. None of the Vector Mask alternatives are available via the Layers Panel. Is there a workaround?

    PECourtejoie
    Community Expert
    PECourtejoieCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    December 1, 2020

    Hello, can you post a screenshot showing the layers panel, the properties panel, the titlebar of the document, and the document?

    PECourtejoie
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    PECourtejoieCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    April 14, 2020

    If a user comes to this discussion because of a greyed out add layer mask button, like the one highlighted on onthe layer panel, one should update to Ps 21.1.2, it fixes this very issue: https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/kb/fixed-issues.html#photoshop-desktop-fixed-issues

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      SJRiegel
      Legend
      February 16, 2017

      Enable Layer Mask from the Layer menu does not create a new mask - it turns on an existing one that had been turned off. It's greyed out because your layer doesn't currently have a mask, so there is nothing to enable.

      To create a new layer mask, select your layer and click the Layer Mask icon in at the bottom of the Layers panel.

        alexp9982
        alexp9982Author
        Participant
        February 16, 2017

        Thank you so much! You are a lifesaver

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        SJRiegel
        Legend
        February 16, 2017

        You're welcome. Enjoy getting to know Photoshop, and stop by here with any questions - there are lots of good people on here who will  be glad to help you along. 

        You might also consider some online training sites, like Lynda.com. Photoshop is a powerful program, but the learning curve can be kind of steep.

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