Declutter what, you ask? Your Layers panel, that’s what, and it’s all made possible by the Group command available in PS and now in PSE15.

 

Grouping common layers—like all the layers that make up your title, for example—helps to declutter and organize your Layers panel.

 

In the Layers panel activate consecutive layers that fit logically together, like a cluster of elements or a set of photos. Then, in the Menu Bar choose Layer > Group Layers. To ungroup, choose Layer > Ungroup Layers.

 

 

NOTE: In Photoshop Elements this shortcut used to clip two layers together, but the folder shortcut stole it away.. The clipping shortcut is now Ctrl Alt G (Mac: Cmd Opt G), which is what it’s been in Photoshop since folders were introduced many versions ago. The same shortcut clips and unclips a layer.

 

Not yet upgraded to PSE15? Give PSE15 a test drive for free. The grouping feature is just one of the great reasons to take the leap.

 

See you in the galleries, friend.

 

 

If bigger is better and a pictures speaks a thousand words, then this challenge is guaranteed to dazzle and delight you.

 

In this FUN Challenge sponsored by CT Member Danica, you are invited to show off that one fabulous photo you’ve been wanting to scrap by making it fill the page.

 

Now through Saturday, October 29, 2016, glean inspiration from our amazing Creative Team and join in the challenge. It’s FUN and it’s FREE. Get the details on the blog.

 

Add emphasis to your title by coloring your letters to match your project!

 

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