Re: multiple variables in one document?

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 30, 2018

If I can understand you correctly the answer is no. I think that you want multiple files created using variables to blend them, for example. The only way is to create more layers in the same document and to assign variables to them.

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 26, 2018

Dragging object to a new position in free transform mode without any other transformation does not result in quality loss.

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 22, 2018

Do you want to say that you have nested layer groups (groups inside group)? In that case right click on top level group (inside which lives all other groups) and choose: Delete Group. In pop-up which will appear choose: Group Only to get rid of top level group. Everything should work as you expect unless you still have nested groups. Another quick fix is to right click above object (with Move tool active) and to choose from context menu the name of the group which you want to select. In that case you can keep folder structure with top level group, just uncheck Auto Select. After choosing name of the group it will be selected in the Layers panel, just click and drag.

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 20, 2018

If you want to replace content of Smart Object layer (Your design here) then make it visible so you can see content of that layer, right click and choose: Replace Contents. Navigate to file and double click on it. Otherwise double click on Your design here layer thumbnail to edit Smart Object layer, place your design and click on x in document tab then confirm on Yes.

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 14, 2018

Here is my suggestion how to achieve what you want in Photoshop. I guess you want same shape evenly distributed with same fill on the same shape layer: Crete new shape layer. Use any technique that you know to get the desired shape on the shape layer. I am using two shape layers to cut a hole inside bigger one in the animation below. Ensure that shape path is selected. Press Ctrl + Alt + T then move duplicated path (which will contain and shape fill) Press Ctrl + Shift + Alt + T to repeat operation (copy + move)

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 12, 2018

In Window > Adjustments panel click on panel menu and then click on Add Mask by Default to appear checkmark.

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 03, 2018

Here are my 2 cents How to Erase With Hard Edges Using Selection in Photoshop - YouTube Note: you can reopen Levels multiple times if you have any gray pixel leftover.

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 02, 2018

Lumigraphics You are right, we do not know much about source images. Later it can be done either way: to use Pixel replacement variable with adjusted images in correct perspective with correct aspect ratio or to use Pixel Replacement variable to place pixels using Fit or Fill method what depends on source images and their dimensions, actually aspect ratio than to run action which will adjust perspective.

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 02, 2018

Can you give us more informations: images that you want to line up are always with the same dimensions, resolution and orientation or not?

Bojan Živković · ‎Apr 02, 2018

Export data sets then run a batch process with action. The first step is to export all data sets as PSD layered files. Record action which will do a modification on layers. Use File > Automate > Batch or Image Processor Pro. Select previously recorder action in the top right corner of Batch dialog, for Source choose Folder with previously exported PSD files using Data Sets. That action will play on each individual file previously exported using Data Sets.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 26, 2018

Many of the users start by following a tutorial or by replicating/recreating something. That's how many people are learning.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 26, 2018

I will try to give you advice: learn to break things down. There are actually a couple of shapes in this composition plus effects and probably blended textures. If you place above example in Illustrator or Photoshop you can trace shapes using Pen tool. Start from the bottom-most shape, for example, and keep adding shapes on top and changing colors/adding styles like Bevel and Emboss. Try to find textures which can help you to quickly get the desired result using blend modes. It is not that difficult to replicate things, it is difficult to create something new.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 22, 2018

Here are my $0.02 Cutting out a transparent edge to layer below - YouTube Note: you can add a layer mask to the group of layers, it works exactly the same. Automation is possible using actions but things will be complicated if you are planning to update text.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 17, 2018

Use File > Place Embedded and file will be embedded in PSD document so you can delete the original file. Read the rest in JJMac reply.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 17, 2018

Try this: Record action with Relative turned on and type some values. After recording action click on modal on the left side of action step: Canvas Size. This will force Photoshop to open Canvas Size dialog when playing action while Relative will be turned on so you need to change values and click OK. Here is sample action I have recorded Relative.atn - Google Drive I have recorded the action with pixels as a measurement unit. You can record the action in some other measurement unit if you are working with inches, for example. And by the way, you can assign a keyboard shortcut to play action.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 14, 2018

Please see this thread how to edit text that already turned into 3D

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 07, 2018

When you use the Duplicate command (or Ctrl/Cmd + J) to duplicate Smart Object that will create a clone. You can create as many cloned SO layers as you want. Changing content in any cloned Smart Object will automatically update content on all other clones. However, scaling factor is not connected in any way, you can scale duplicated Smart Object layers (clones) to any dimensions what will not affect any other cloned SO.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 06, 2018

Try to record action which will create guides.

Bojan Živković · ‎Mar 06, 2018

Trevor.Dennis You are welcome! I can not remember how much time I spent to record actions. Who cares anyway? The free version is simpler based on real-world puzzle pieces bought in our local shops. Later on, I have created and paid version which is creating up to 2000 pieces and it is based on Ravensburger puzzles and my interpretation. In that time I checked everything that can be found on the internet and I bought a couple of puzzles in our local shops. By the way, if any ACP needs actions for 1000 or 2000 pieces just email me.

Bojan Živković · ‎Feb 20, 2018

Multiply is blending mode which you can apply in Illustrator from Transparency panel. In Photoshop you can change blending mode for selected layer from blending mode drop-down list in the top left corner of the Layers panel. Default blending mode is Normal.

Bojan Živković · ‎Feb 15, 2018

Not that difficult task. Use Ctrl + Alt + A to select all layers beside Background layer (if its present). Press Ctrl + G to group them then go to Filter > Convert for Smart Filters. Stop recording action. Here is sample action Convert all layers to SM.atn - Google Drive Is that what you want?

Bojan Živković · ‎Feb 06, 2018

You can also zoom in and out using plus ( + ) and minus ( - ) keys.

Bojan Živković · ‎Feb 01, 2018

Bridge CC (8.0.1) on Win 10 works just fine with that specific task. Which version and OS you are using?

Bojan Živković · ‎Jan 31, 2018

You can read on the internet that Photoshop is expensive and cost $50/mo. You can read statements like this on very popular sites like Quora, for example. Photoshop is actually cheaper than ever. Adobe is offering Photography plan for $9.99/mo where Photoshop and Lightroom are packed together. Here is link to check plans Creative Cloud pricing and membership plans | Adobe Creative Cloud

Bojan Živković · ‎Jan 27, 2018

Which application do you use to save PDF? I am testing with Bridge 5 (CS6) and I do not see any change.

Bojan Živković · ‎Jan 27, 2018

What are dimensions of PDF's that you are viewing? It fills space with images when the image has enough pixels, with small size dimensions it does not fills the space. Bridge will not enlarge document or image. From what I see your PDF document is 600x800pixels. Resolution is used interchangeably to refer to pixel dimensions and density (300 dpi for example). If you set DPI to 300 it does not mean it will be displayed as you want it because there aren't enough pixels for application to fill the space without to enlarge document what will result in loss of quality.

Bojan Živković · ‎Jan 22, 2018

This tutorial may help you How to Invert Layer and Vector Masks in Photoshop - YouTube

Bojan Živković · ‎Jan 21, 2018

A bit confusing request because you are mentioning actual background. Actual background is transparent what is represented with checkerboard. If you want to change checkerboard (transparency) settings then go to Preferences > Transparency & Gamut. I can not recall but if you can choose None from Grid Size drop-down then you will get solid color background, if that's what you want. You can also try to set Grid Colors to the same color to get solid color instead of the checkerboard.

Bojan Živković · ‎Jan 19, 2018

Ok, create two more type layers and use different fonts. Assign Text Replacement variables: quote2 and quote3 to second and third type layer. Your excel file should look like this: quote quote2 quote3 " " First quote " " Second quote " " " " " " " " Third quote

Bojan Živković · ‎Jan 18, 2018

There is another way of doing the same thing with only text variables without visibility variables assigned. You can skip visibility variables what doubles the number of variables and maybe confuse you. It is possible to substitute text on type layer with empty space by typing " " in a column with text substitution variable (you must press space bar between quotation marks to make empty space). Here is how it looks like in data set: TextVariable1 TextVariable2 TextVariable3 " " First quote " " Second quote " " " " " " " " Third quote

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