How to change only one layer

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November 1, 2013
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Hello,

I want the ability to effect only one layer with the color balance, photo filter, etc.. and not change the layers underneath. How do you accomplish this?

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the_wine_snob

Inspiring

In addition to JJMack's suggestion, if you have, or create an Adjustment Layer, but want it to ONLY affect one Layer, drag (or create it) to above that target Layer, then hold the Alt key, between that target Layer and the Adjustment Layer, and the Cursor will change to two, slightly offset black circles, then click on that line between Layers. That Adjustment Layer will then only affect that one Layer.

Good luck,

Hunt

Roving Pictures CompanyAuthor

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Thanks for this.

I've also been using smart objects, and opening the layer as another project. That seems to be working very well for me, as I'm doing a lot of changes. Are there any downsides to using this method that I might not be aware of?

Chuck Uebele

Community Expert

There are not a lot of down sides, occasionally you'll run into some situation where it's better to have an editable layer in your original document, but for the most part SO are a good option.

JJMack

Community Expert

clip a color balance adjustment layer to the layer if you want to be able to readjust the adjustment. Or just color balance the layer in a destructive manner.

JJMack

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