Adobe 29180155 User Guide - Page 92

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS 4.0 87 User Guide See also "About the Layers palette" on page 82 To rename a layer As you add layers to an image, it's helpful to rename layers according to their content. Use descriptive layer names so that you can easily identify layers in the Layers palette. Note: You can't rename the Background layer unless you change it to a normal layer. O In the Editor, double-click the layer's name in the Layers palette, and enter a new name. See also "Understanding layers" on page 81 "About the Layers palette" on page 82 "To convert the Background layer to a regular layer" on page 85 To simplify a layer You simplify a type layer, shape layer, solid color layer, gradient layer, or pattern fill layer (or a layer group imported from Photoshop) by converting it to an image layer. You need to simplify these layers before you can apply filters to them or edit them with the painting tools. However, you can no longer use the type- and shape-editing options on simplified layers. 1 In the Editor, select a type layer, shape layer, fill layer, or a Photoshop layer group from the Layers palette. 2 Simplify the layer or imported layer group: • If you selected a shape layer, click Simplify in the options bar. • If you selected a type, shape, or fill layer, or a Photoshop layer group, choose Simplify Layer from either the Layer menu or the Layers palette More menu. Note: If you open an image containing Photoshop Smart Objects, you must simplify the layer containing the objects before you can edit the photo. See also "About adjustment and fill layers" on page 95 "Understanding layers" on page 81 To delete a layer Deleting layers that you no longer need reduces the size of your image file. 1 In the Editor, select the layer in the Layers palette. 2 Do one of the following: • Drag the layer to the Delete Layer button at the top of the Layers palette. • Click the Delete Layer button at the top of the Layers palette, and click Yes in the delete confirmation dialog box. To bypass this dialog box, press Option as you click the Delete button. • Choose Delete Layer from either the Layer menu or the Layers palette More menu, and click Yes.