How to Merge Photoshop Layers – Guide

Merging layers into a new layer is still not the best method. Every time we need to make changes to the layers below, we need to delete the merged copy, make our changes, and merge the layers again. ..

If you want to make a change to an image that is already in a document, you can simply edit the contents of the Smart Object. This means that any filters that you apply are added as smart filters, which means you can enhance the image or make other changes non-destructively. ..

Ways to Merge Layers in Photoshop

You can merge layers from the top menu by choosing Layer > Merge Layers/Merge Visible.

Method 1: From the top menu

I want to combine the text layers so that they are on top of each other.

Merge layers to create a new document. ..

That’s it, your text is merged into one!

Method 2: In the Layers panel

Select the shape layers. Now let’s select the text layers. ..

This will merge all the layers in the document into a single layer.

Method 3: Merge visible layers

If you want to merge a layer with another layer, click the Merge button (the one with two arrows pointing down) in the Layers panel. ..

Merge Visible:

  1. Choose the layer you want to merge.
  2. Choose Merge Visible from the Layer menu.
  3. Click on the layer you want to merge and then click on the Merge button.

Only visible layers will be merged in this image.

This method would be great if you want to edit all objects together except one. For example, you can change all object colors to black except the triangle. ..

Final note

This guide will show you how to merge Photoshop layers in a way that makes the most sense for your needs. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask us. Also, please share this guide with your friends so they can benefit from it as well.